Episode Intro   In this episode, we have an inspiring conversation with professional runner Joe Klecker. If you're a runner or simply passionate about the sport of Track and Field, this episode is for you.    Throughout our conversation, Joe shares valuable insights into the world of competitive running, from the importance of team culture to the mental and physical preparation required for top-level races.   During the first part of our conversation, Joe reflects on his journey as a runner, sharing how his upbringing in a running family shaped his passion for the sport. We ..read more

Episode Notes   When it comes to the sport of running, every sprint, every breath, and every challenge is a testament to the resilience and spirit of an athlete. Today on the RunnersTribe podcast, I dive into the remarkable journey of a good friend of mine, Will Leer, a former professional American middle-distance star renowned for his dedication and achievements on the track. As a two-time indoor national champion in 2013, a world relays silver medalist in 2014, and a top 8 finisher in the 1500 meters at the World Indoor Championships in 2014, Will's career epitomizes the relentless purs ..read more

Altitude training has always been a hot topic for middle distance and distance runners. Many of the world’s best runners spend large chunks of the year at altitude, sucking in that thin air to stimulate the body into producing more erythropoietin (EPO), and therefore more red blood cells, which of course carry oxygen around the body.    We thought it would be cool to catch up with a man who has spent the last decade pioneering altitude training systems, mainly altitude tents and altitude rooms.  Rico Rogers is a retired professional cyclist, and first experienced altitude t ..read more

Steve Moneghetti is still a household name throughout most of Australia.  Along with De'Castella, he is without a doubt one of Australia's most recognisable runners. With world champs bronze and Commonwealth Games gold medals donning his trophy cabinet, and with a 2:08.16 PB, Mona was the elite of the elite in the 90’s and would still be one of Australia’s best today. At 61 years of age, Mona still runs, and pretty fast too. Last year he pumped out a 33-minute road 10km at 60.  We caught up with Mona to discuss not just the old days, but what is happening now, how he still manages to ..read more

Luke Mathews is best known for his bronze medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games 800m. But, as many will know, there was a period there around 2018 to 2020 when Luke was close to unbeatable on the domestic scene.  But during the Covid year, Luke started battling injury, and hasn’t made it back to his best since.   We caught up with Luke and dived deep into his career including his training and races, including his time at Melbourne Track Club, his intense battle with injury and heaps more….. Just quickly before we jump into this.  This episode is powered by a brand close to m ..read more

Stephen Dinneen is a well-known coach on the Australian middle distance and distance running scene.  A fast runner himself, with PBs ranging from 3:48 over 1500m to 65 minutes for the half-marathon (all times taken from World Athletics)..   These days, Stephen is a coach to dozens of strong runners, ranging from leading juniors to world-beating masters athletes.   We caught up with Stephen and jumped down a bunch of rabbit holes.  From training methods to tapering for the marathon, to the use of performance-enhancing drugs, and heaps more.....   Before we get into it ..read more

Kiwi middle-distance runner, Samuel Tanner, is well known to those who dig their 1500m running.  A 3:31 1500m guy (finishing 6th at the 2022 Comm. Games), Tanner is a previous collegiate 1500m record holder over 1500m.  Fresh off a semi-final appearance at the Budapest world champs 1500m, we sat down with Tanner for a deep dive into his training, college days, thoughts on Jakob Ingebrigtsen, and more.   This episode is brought to you by:   -          Spike.au :  Explore Spikes.au for Australia's ..read more

Amy Bunnage is one of Australia’s most exciting and talented young runners. Amy is well known in the Australian running community, after a stellar junior career. During these years Amy won six Australian championships.  Amy is perhaps best known for breaking the Australian U20 3000m record when she clocked 8:51.90 at the 2023 Sydney Track Classic as a 17-year-old, where she finished third behind Jessica Hull. The time is the 14th fastest all-time by an Australian of any age. We caught up with Amy at a pivotal moment in her career. She has just kicked off a 4 year scholarship at Stanford U ..read more

Riley McGown has come from the clouds over the last few years, and now holds a firm place within Australia's top half a dozen 800m runners.   With a PB of 1:46.08, Riley, together with a bunch of other hungry Australians, are knocking on the door of true world class status.   We caught up with Riley right after his first world champs in Budapest, as he settles down for some base training before the Australian summer season kicks off......   This episode is sponsored by Asics.    Nothing feels better than the GT-2000™ 12 shoe. Stable. Cushioned. Smooth. Shop n ..read more

James Hansen is a tough Tasmanian based middle distance runner  that 's been knocking on the door of major championship teams for many years.   2023 has been huge so far. With new PB's set over the 1500m, mile, 3000m, 5000m,  and 10km (road). HIs versatility is pretty impressive, with PB's of 3:37 for 1500m and 28:20 for 10km (road).   We caught up during the Budapest world champs, when James had just arrived home from Europe and had some down time back home in Launceston ..read more