Georgia Weir: The Marathon Training Secrets Every Runner Should Know | Sydney Marathon Head Coach

TCS Sydney Marathon Head Coach Georgia Weir on Smarter Training, Easy Runs & Finding Your Running Crew

This week on the Women's Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie are recording straight from the sauna after racing the Harbour 10 in Sydney. Fresh off the finish line, they chat about how the race unfolded, why the 10K might just be one of the toughest distances to race, and debate whether they'd rather tackle a 5K, half marathon or even another marathon.

They also reflect on a fantastic weekend in Sydney before introducing this week's special guest, Georgia Weir. Head Coach of the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS, founder of Deadly Runners, and a proud First Nations woman who is using running to create lasting change in communities across Australia.

Georgia shares her incredible running journey, why she believes training doesn't need to be complicated, and how consistency, not perfection is the key to becoming a stronger runner. We dive into choosing the right coach, why easy runs are so important, the dangers of comparing yourself on social media, and how finding your running community can completely transform your experience with the sport.

After the interview, Hayles and Jussie wrap up with their favourite weekly recommendations including a glitter hair hack that's perfect for race day, a cosy magnesium tea ritual that's become a winter staple, and a recap of their Harbour 10 experience, post-race brunch and what's coming up next.

Timestamps

00:00 – Harbour 10 Recovery in the Sauna00:12 – Harbour 10 Race Recap00:28 – Is the 10K the Hardest Distance?01:03 – Introducing Georgia Weir01:45 – Why Georgia Inspires Us02:11 – Interview Begins

02:20 – Meet Georgia Weir02:43 – Quick Fire Questions02:50 – Favourite Shoes & Running Gear03:50 – Favourite Races & Running Memories04:53 – Funniest Running Mishaps06:03 – Keep Running Simple06:34 – Why Georgia Loves Coaching07:19 – The Story Behind Deadly Runners08:51 – How to Choose the Right Coach09:37 – Can AI Replace a Running Coach?12:29 – The Biggest Challenges Women Face in Training13:55 – Why Easy Runs Matter (The 80/20 Rule)16:21 – TikTok Training Trends & Common Mistakes18:35 – Strava, Social Media & Comparison19:26 – The Non-Negotiables for Better Running21:30 – Fuel, Sleep & Recovery22:42 – Why the Sydney Marathon Means So Much24:47 – The Emotions of Marathon Day25:41 – What's Next for Georgia?26:44 – Canadian Death Race Adventure28:10 – Coaching the TCS Sydney Marathon Team29:11 – Rapid Fire Questions30:51 – Georgia's Advice for Every New Runner32:25 – Find Your Running Crew

33:45 – Post Interview Catch-Up33:58 – Glitter Gel Hair Hack35:55 – Warm Magnesium Tea Before Bed37:05 – What's Next.37:26 – Harbour 10 Race Recap & Pacing Strategy39:25 – Finish Line, Results & Age Group Placings40:18 – Race Day Outfits, Glitter & Good Vibes41:04 – Post-Race Brunch & Bagels41:42 – Listener Shoutouts & Wrap Up

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