Did we just fix Grand Slam?! + Coffee Club does Double Threshold
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5 star review! We appreciate the support ❤️Get ready for a jam-packed episode of the Coffee Club podcast! We dissect all the thrilling moments from the Grand Slam track meet in Miami, including Josh Kerr's stunning 1500m victory and the captivating 800m showdown led by Marco Arop. Join us as Morgan recounts his inaugural double threshold training experience, diving into the science of lactate and its impact on running performance. We also debate the Grand Slam format, the excitement of sprints versus distance running, and even crown a champion in the Boulder burger scene. Thumbnail Photo thanks to Grand Slam Track™ and Howard Lao.Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclub.pod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi0:00 Intro0:47 First Double Threshold3:44 Double Threshold Deep Dive: Training Talk & Teammate Reactions8:14 Lactate Levels: The Science, the Vibe, & the Accuracy Debate15:32 Grand Slam Miami: Hits, Misses, & Emerging Stars17:23 Men's 1500m: Kerr's Redemption & Arop's Bold Moves24:18 Grand Slam Points & Controversy: Who Deserved the Win?29:43 Grand Slam's Unique Flair: Flags, Commentary & the Future35:51 Distance vs. Sprints in Grand Slam: Is There a Bias?42:41 Women's Distance DOMINANCE & Men's Tactical Races52:19 Grand Slam Takeaways & Diamond League Comparisons55:19 Coffee Club Track Club Wins US Titles! Road 5k Recap57:24 Diamond League China: Big Performances You Missed1:04:13 The Great Boulder Burger Battle
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George's Textbook Finish!!!! Penn Relays Recap, Faith's Sub-4, London Marathon, Grand Slam Miami
The boys are back in the studio for Episode 184! Get the inside scoop on our trip to the 2025 Penn Relays, including George Beamish's thrilling Ben Franklin Mile win and stellar performances from OAC's Josette Norris and Robert Farken. The episode also covers the excitement from the London Marathon, previews the upcoming Grand Slam Track meet in Miami featuring Yared Nuguse, and discusses the latest from the Diamond League in China, plus Faith Kipyegon's sub-4 mile attempt. Don't miss our live show bonus episode from Penn with special guests Parker Wolfe and Ethan Strand: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0nmcgblTcRNX2ATjIFYOU8Thumbnail Photo: https://www.instagram.com/dellspov/Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclub.pod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi00:00:00 Intro & Penn Relays Arrival00:01:23 Coffee Club Live Show at Penn Relays (feat. Parker Wolfe & Ethan Strand)00:07:47 Yared Nuguse's Rising Fame & Philly Running Scene00:11:10 Penn Relays Saturday: Weather & Ben Franklin Mile Build-Up00:13:05 US Currency Banter00:17:56 George Beamish's Ben Franklin Mile Race Recap & Strategy00:23:08 Sam Ellis DQ & Ben Franklin Mile Results00:28:57 Other OAC Wins: Josette Norris & Robert Farken at Penn Relays00:30:08 Faith Kipyegon's Sub-4 Mile Attempt Discussion00:38:57 New OAC Kit & Post-Race Workout00:43:45 Grand Slam Track Miami Preview: Yared, Kerr, Hocker & F1 Clash00:55:35 Diamond League China (Shanghai/Suzhou) & Sage Hurta-Klecker01:02:44 London Marathon Recap: Kebede's Debut, Kipchoge & Alex Yee01:05:57 London Women's Race & Women's Only Record Debate01:10:53 Future Marathon/Ironman Banter & Outro
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LIVE AT PENN RELAYS: PARKER WOLFE & ETHAN STRAND (BONUS EPISODE!!)
Coffee Club Live at the Penn Relays!!! Featuring special guests, the NCAA superstars and champions from the University of North Carolina, Parker Wolfe and Ethan Strand. We also preview George's Ben Franklin Mile (before he wins it) and bring up some potential NIL prospects for some fun coffee cauldron. Thank you to On for hosting us!!Special Guests:Parker Wolfe: https://www.instagram.com/parkerw19/Ethan Strand: https://www.instagram.com/ethan_strand/Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclub.pod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi
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Where in the world is Oliver Hoare?
PENN RELAYS LIVE SHOW RSVP: https://forms.gle/WYpsWrm7Q3zK3M5n7Olli is finally back after six weeks away, and we're diving deep into his recent adventures, from intense training down under to racing at World Indoors and Australian Nationals. Hear all about his punishment for missing episodes, get an update on CEO Gus, and learn about Olli's big takeaways on racing mentality and how he is adjusting his training. We also recap the Boston Marathon, look forward to our live event at Penn Relays 2025, and Olli also shares his new recovery routine for peak performance.Thumbnail Photo: https://www.instagram.com/jacob_gower_/Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclub.pod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi0:00 Intro & Ollie's Return0:28 Welcome Back Malehore69!1:37 Ollie's Punishment: 600 Spanks & Coffee Debt2:28 Bean Shoutouts & Boston Marathon Event Recap4:12 Upcoming Penn Relays Event!6:46 George Racing the Mile at Penn Relays10:46 Last Week's Podcast & Ollie's Podcast Confusion15:38 CEO Gus Update: Thriving & Shredded18:39 Ollie's Training & Travel in Australia Pre-Worlds22:59 World Indoors Race: Tactical Errors & Jingy's Feedback29:21 Racing Back in Australia: Maurie Plant & Perth Nationals32:03 Ollie on Racing Perth Nationals While Sick34:40 The Egg & The Monkey: Ollie's Racing Mentality Shift37:52 Jingy's Thoughts on Boston (BU) & Aussie Champs Impact44:14 Boston Marathon 2025 Recap & Takeaways52:22 Ollie's Training Epiphany: Training Smarter, Not Harder58:08 Ollie's New Recovery Routine: Naps, Smoothies & Mindfulness1:05:14 Sage Racing Diamond League & Outro
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Dr. Megan & David Roche: High Carb, Bicarb, Zone 2, Vo2, Ketones, Heat training, Health + more!!
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5 star review! We appreciate the support ❤️ON LABS BOSTON MARATHON GIVEAWAY RSVP: https://forms.gle/1TegBqtcqaynVP7i9 PENN RELAYS LIVE SHOW RSVP: https://forms.gle/WYpsWrm7Q3zK3M5n7Hey everyone, on this episode we dive deep into the running performance revolution with our amazing guests, coaches David Roche and Megan Roche from the SWAP podcast! We were blown away exploring the science behind extreme high-carb fueling (David takes 150g/hour?!), heat training adaptation, bicarb use, and the truth about ketones for recovery. David and Megan share their coaching philosophy, help us debunk some common training myths about VO2 max and zone 2, and give incredible insight into the ultra running world, including David's Leadville record and his prep for Western States. Enjoy and make sure to check out their podcast (below)!Special Guest: SWAP Podcast: https://swaprunning.com/podcast Dr. Megan Roche MD PhD: https://www.instagram.com/drmeganroche/ David Roche: https://www.instagram.com/mountainroche/ Latest YT Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTg6cORz6no Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeeclub.pod/George Beamish: https://www.instagram.com/georgebeamish/Morgan McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/morganmcdonald__/Olli Hoare: https://www.instagram.com/ollihoare/Coffee Club Merch: https://coffeeclubpod.comMorgan's discord: https://discord.gg/uaCSeHDpgsMorgan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganMcDonaldisaloserIntro Artwork by The Orange Runner: https://www.instagram.com/theorangerunner/Intro Music by Nick Harris: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Zab8WxvAPsDlhlBTcbuPi
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