#40 - 2025 Great Ocean Road Marathon Recap - Chasing meaning over minutes

<p>In this episode, we sit down just days after running the Great Ocean Road Marathon to unpack the experience — the highs, the struggles, and the reflections that followed.</p><p><br></p><p>We break down the race itself, including pace strategy, conditions, and performance — but more importantly, we explore how this event became a reminder of what running means beyond times and splits.</p><p><br></p><p>⛰️ In This Episode:</p><ul><li>Race Breakdown</li><li>Pre-race mindset &amp; goals</li><li>The conditions on the day (including wind and pacing)</li><li>Fueling, heart rate, and body feedback</li><li>When things started to unravel — and what we did next</li><li>Lessons from the Road</li><li>How setbacks during the race revealed gaps in training and mindset</li><li>The role of long run distance in marathon prep</li><li>Recognising how checking out mentally can impact physical performance</li><li>How illness and context matter — and why self-compassion is key</li><li>Putting Performance into Perspective</li><li>Using reflection to find growth in disappointment</li><li>Why times don’t tell the full story</li><li>Reframing effort as a win — especially when conditions are stacked against you</li><li>What this means for the next block of training (and Melbourne Marathon in October)</li><p><br></p></ul><p>This Month’s Mentors</p><p>We share the books, podcasts, and quotes that kept us grounded and inspired during the last month.</p><p><br></p><p>🏃‍♂️ Why We Run</p><p>At its core, this episode is a reminder that running is about more than a finish time — it&#39;s about connection: to yourself, to others, and to something greater.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re a marathoner, a weekend jogger, or just someone navigating life’s long roads — we hope this one hits home.</p><p><br></p><p>🎤 Got a question or takeaway? Message us @HumanBeingSchool or leave a review to share your thoughts.</p>