We often see the top layer or performance but its the lesser known stories, science and happenings where the real fascination and wonder lies. Join us as we discuss what is happening in sport, just that little bit deeper and differently to what you may expect. Hosted by Xylon van Eyck & David Lipman
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Step into our minds, where we share our philosophies, ideas, principles &, mindsets we strive to live by everyday. To be 1% better than we were yesterday.
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This is a podcast about how runners can live better lives through consistent self-improvement. Unlike other running brands, The 1% Better Runner focuses on how small, daily habit improvements ripple into broader life success, helping runners perform better both on and off the road, track, or dirt. I’m Daren DLake: Certified running and nutrition coach, Sub-3-hour marathoner and 10-hour Ironman finisher. Since 1996, I’ve been helping other self-coached runners, researching, and experimenting ...
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The 1% Better Method dives into how you can get 1% better every single day. Austin Bagshaw, an Online Nutrition Coach, comes to you to explore how we can use our past experiences to transform our lives today. Austin will dive into ways to optimize nutrition, mindset, personal development, and small shifts to get closer to your goals.
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3 Eggs talking pop and unpop culture. And wrestling.
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In this Holiday Episode the guys discuss training during the holiday period and how to optimise it. In addition they cover a listener question on developing and quantifying durability as well as look at some research on faster marathoners habits and splitting up intervals like a Norwegian. (00:00) Introduction (03:44) Community Shoutouts (06:40) Li…
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The Eggs are Christmasing again as Bryant cooks up a holiday omelette. Brad tickles us with candy canes and Matt M's lack of preparedness is evident!3 Eggs による
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13 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Running
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Why is planning next year’s runs about more than just resolutions? This episode dives into 43 hard-earned lessons that every runner—and even non-runners—can use to improve their approach to life, fitness, and goal-setting. Discover the power of reflection, the secrets to sustainable training, and the strategies that help balance effort, health, and…
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Is Zone 3 (Grey Zone) Running A Waste Of Time or Genius?
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Are your runs in the sweet spot or the danger zone? Understanding how to optimize your running training is key to improving performance and avoiding setbacks. This episode dives deep into the often misunderstood Gray Zone, explaining what it is, why it can hinder progress, and when it might actually help. Learn the science behind heart rate zones, …
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Does RED-S Exist? (Yes) - Assistant Professor Alex Coates
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Assistant Professor Alex Coates is the principal investigator at the “Exercise Physiology and Performance Lab” at Simon Fraser University. Her broad research interests cover applied exercise physiology, with a focus on understanding the impacts of varied exercise stimuli to systems level adaptations. This includes the areas of overtraining, under-f…
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What It Takes to Achieve Sub-3-Hour Marathons | Chris
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Why does this runner loop a soccer field instead of exploring scenic trails? Learn how simple habits and small daily changes can transform your running performance. From breaking mental barriers to establishing a consistent training routine, this episode shares actionable insights from a runner striving to go sub-3 hours. Whether you're training fo…
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Nearly half a carton of new sEGGments on this week's episode! The Eggs overdose on Christmas cheer with Brad's untold tales of your favorite reindeer and Matt's dietary analysis of Home Alone. Bryant shares a a fond memory.3 Eggs による
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Supplements & the Supplement Industry with Grant Jenkins
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Grant Jenkins is the general manager of Propel Health, an Australian based supplement company. He is an exercise physiologist and ASCA Master Coach. He joins us to discuss the supplement industry, manufacturing, safe in sport accreditations and much more. We discuss supplement advice for endurance athletes, developing athletes and positive doping t…
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Are you really racing the distance at your highest potential? How much do you need to suffer? And what does it take to race a 5k? At your peak effort and intelligence, stick around, don't worry, because I'm going to answer all those questions and more by giving you my top 12, 12 tips on racing the 5k that I've learned from my experience, research, …
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005 Are These Questions Really Necessary? Part I
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Matt M asks the Eggs a bunch of unnecessary questions. Bryant goes free range on a contemporary Christmas classic. Plus, Brad's salute to Ebenezer Scrooge!3 Eggs による
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In this episode the guys discuss some results from the Valencia marathon and address some listener questions about ultramarathon success and failure points. They go on to discuss swearing as a performance enhancer and the impact of orthorexia on sleep. (00:00) Introduction (04:00) David’s Update and Training (05:13) Xylon’s Update and Birthday (11:…
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What Runners Can Learn from a Pro Soccer Player | Greg Pearson
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Every time you skip recovery, you’re leaving future progress on the table. What if your running habits could change your life? In this episode, you’ll discover how structure and pacing can unlock both physical and mental breakthroughs. Greg Pearson, a former pro soccer player turned running coach, shares the mindset shifts, recovery strategies, and…
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The Eggs are back after Thanksgiving! Brad gets hard-boiled over frozen treats, Matt M lets us know about an ocean delight, and Bryant goes down the grassy rabbit knoll on a classic conspiracy theory.3 Eggs による
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Paul Francis is the CEO and Cofounder of FC 32. Paul’s career includes time with both the Italian and British Olympic federations, multiple NFL teams and numerous advisory board positions including Strava. He was Global head of sports science for Adidas and prior to this he worked in innovation for nike. He joins us to discuss developing elite envi…
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How To Improve, Increase Running Cadence To Become A Faster & Injury-free Runner
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Imagine running faster and stronger but with less effort and all from one small adjustment. What is it? Increasing your run cadence - But how do you actually do it? Listen on to find out. Discover how to unlock your full running potential with one small yet powerful adjustment—your cadence. Learn why it matters for efficiency, injury prevention, an…
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This week Brad goes down the rabbit hole on what the world would be like if the Patriots LOST that infamous Tuck Rule Game in 2001, and the eggs discuss music and an extra rotten roller coaster experience!3 Eggs による
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Should Foreigners be Allowed to Coach National Teams?
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Hein Kriek is a Professional rugby coach, currently working as head coach of the Stellenbosch Academy of Sport Rugby International Institute. He has coached professionally in multiple countries and joins us to discuss coaching in foreign cultures following the recent appointment of Thoms Tuchel to coach the English Men’s Football team. There’s lots…
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Beta Alanine For Runners - The Science Of This Unknown Protein | Nov 2024 News
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Want to make every run feel a little easier? Try this approach for 1% better results. In this episode, you’ll learn why small, intentional adjustments in your training can create massive improvements in the long run. From understanding the science behind beta-alanine as an endurance booster to rethinking the way you approach fartlek workouts, this …
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The Eggs are back to answer some key questions like what on earth is a Geezer Teaser? And are 3 crock pots better than 1? Plus, Brad swipes right on Dolph Lundgren!3 Eggs による
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Predicting your Half Marathon Time, Caffeine's Impact on your Sleep and Updates to the 2025 WADA list
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Episode 37 covers some updates to WADA’s banned list, the impact of caffeine on sleep and half marathon time prediction. We also briefly discuss Grand Slam Track’s venue announcements, Neymar hits the doctor’s office and we cover a bunch of community shoutouts and listener questions. (00:00) Introduction (01:50) David’s Background (10:04) David’s T…
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How Inconsistency Is Killing Your Race Times — Elite Runner's Secrets | Simply Audrey
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Training inconsistently? Here’s how that might be holding back your race goals. In this episode, we dive into what separates fast runners from the fastest: consistency. Learn from Audrey’s journey to shave time off her 5K and uncover what training habits might be keeping you from your personal best. We’ll cover her favorite dynamic warm-ups, interv…
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It's the debut episode of 3 Eggs Are Better Than 1! Brad, Bryant, and Matt M go Sunny Side Up with some good news, Rantin' Stanton is back when Brad goes Hard Boiled, and the Eggs go down the rabbit hole to explore what might've happened if Kate Winslet would've moved over just a little bit.3 Eggs による
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This week the episode focuses on a listener question about the determinants of endurance performance. Before this, we briefly recap the New York Marathon and cover our usual segments including the Doctor’s Office where we touch on concussion, concussion protocols and CTE. (00:00) Introduction (02:51) Xylon’s Injury Update (06:00) David’s Recovery f…
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Running Meditation - Improve Your Mindset to Run Further & Faster
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Are you too mindful on your runs? It might be time to dial it back. I dive into the surprising downside of being too mindful during your runs and how it can disrupt your flow and performance. We explore the fine line between conscious awareness and muscle memory, revealing how to harness mindfulness effectively without letting it derail your progre…
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Pacing, Triathlon Warmups & Tour de France Courses
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The guys debrief the big races from the weekend including Valencia half marathon and Kona Ironman, chatting pacing as part of this and some listener questions. They then discuss the Tour de France courses and have the usual segments. (00:00) Introduction (06:09) David’s Valencia Efforts (13:50) Pacing and How to Pace (21:37) Xylon’s Current Trainin…
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Top 11 Ways To Run Longer & Farther Without Hitting The Wall
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What if running farther wasn’t about speed, but strategy? In this episode, we dive into the essential strategies to keep you running stronger and longer, without the burnout. Learn the time-tested techniques that focus on stamina over speed, including how to prevent injuries, fuel your body effectively, and make the right adjustments in your routin…
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Probiotics, AI Nutrition & Circadian Rhythm Affecting your Marathon
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This week’s episode starts with a recap of Cape Town Marathon and a view towards Valencia Half Marathon. We then tackle a listener question on potential downsides of heat training. After this we cover some thoughts from Chicago Marathon, some observations on brands in the running space and finally examine some papers on circadian rhythm and perform…
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How To Run Fast and Stay in Zone 2 Heart Rate
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Is it possible to run faster with a low heart rate? Here's how it works. Download the free 1% Better runner 30 day plan to run faster with a low heart rate Want to take your running to the next level while avoiding burnout? This will help you. In this episode, you'll join me on a journey through Zone 2 training—learning how to build endurance, impr…
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Preparing for Kona with Pro Triathlete Matthew Marquardt
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Matthew Marquardt is a professional triathlete currently Ranked 19th in the PTO rankings and 9th in the IM Pro Series. He came 11th in the 2023 IM World Championships and joins us to talk about his preparation for Kona 2024 and how he balances being a professional triathlete with being a full time medical student. (00:00) Introduction (00:24) The H…
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What Lil Nas X & Casey Neistat Learned From a Sub-3-Hour Olympic Run Coach
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This is how 1% incremental changes and an Olympic mindset can make you a stronger runner—at any level. In this episode, we dive into what it truly takes to become a better runner, not just through physical training but by harnessing a purpose-driven mindset. Roberto shares his journey as an Olympic athlete, the key lessons he’s learned about resili…
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The Business of Football & Revolutionising the Women's Game with Christie Jenkins
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We are joined on the podcast by Christie Jenkins, Co-Founder & Chief Investment Officer at F32 a multi-club football ownership group focused on world class player development. We discuss her journey, including competing in 3 sports at an international level and background in finance. We also discuss Women's sport and what the future looks like, inc…
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Watch and read this here How do you feel after this sentence; "Running isn’t a real sport because real sports require skill" Is running really just a challenging competition with yourself? Does an activity like bowling take more skill than running? Does that make it harder to do?! In this episode, we’re getting extra existential on this one and goi…
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Underfueling in Football, Carb Requirements and body weight, IMWC & Pogacar
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The guys discuss the IMWC in Nice and Pogacar’s superhuman effort before a research paper on underfueling in the premier league and fuel requirements at different body weights. They answer some listener questions about training intensity and race shoes on pro’s and finish off with October’s 1% Better Challenge. (00:00) Introduction (02:03) Xylon’s …
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How This Overlooked Minimal Run Shoe Does Everything
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Ever wondered what the perfect running shoe feels like? Let me tell you about mine. In this episode, you’ll discover the gear that’s transforming my runs, including my favorite all-around running shoe, an unexpected heart rate monitor upgrade, and a singlet designed to stay in place no matter how fast you go. I’ll explain why the Altra Escalante 3 …
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How a 64-Year-Old Ran 82 Marathons – What’s His Secret? | Ron Romano
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Want to run your fastest marathon at 60? Here’s how Ron did it. In this episode, you’ll discover how a 64-year-old marathoner has completed 82 marathons by focusing on consistency, recovery, and mindset. Learn how you can apply the same principles to improve your own running performance, no matter your age. We explore why age is just a number, how …
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Dr Amy Boalch joins the podcast this week to talk about safe participation in endurance events and common problems seen by event medical staff. Amy is the project lead for the race ready app, a medical doctor and currently undertaking her masters in medical education. She shares best practice advice for how to hydrate and manage pain in endurance e…
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Vo2 Max Explained For Beginner Runners with VDOT Calculator
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Imagine a tool that could instantly upgrade your running game—here it is. As a bonus, we’ll explain Vo2 Max for running to you simply. In this episode, discover how to turn your VO2 max workouts from frustrating guesswork into precision training that delivers real results. You’ll learn how to use a simple yet powerful tool to nail your paces, avoid…
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Interference Effect, Carbohydrates for Recovery & Physiology of Backyard Ultras
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This week the community really shone and we answer a number of listener submitted questions, some about previous episodes some not. From there we discuss Jakob Ingebrigtsen’s debut half marathon and then it is onto some scientific papers. One on the physiology of backyard ultras and the other on recovery and carbohydrates. We finish up with some co…
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This week is all about adapting to training. The guys discuss not ice bathing post training, longitudinal changes due to sprint training, life long cardiac changes in an elite marathon runner and the use of power data in anti doping. They also touch on magnesium supplementation and the race between Mondo Duplantis and Karsten Warholm, which landed …
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What Really Works: Group vs. Solo Marathon Training?
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Watch and read this here The following African proverb is cliche, but cliche for a reason “Want to fast - go alone Want to go far - go together” In this episode, you will be convinced whether training in a group or training solo is the best thing for you. Explore the unique benefits of each training style, from the control and focus of solo runs to…
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In our episode this week the guys discuss some of the changing landscape of sport; be it the body changing in response to strongman, the evolution of trailrunning, projects vs racing or U20 progression through to open racing. They briefly discuss the use of exogenous ketones, the benefits of group training and of course debut September’s 1% better …
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In addition to answering a listener question about the impact of technology on sprinting, this week we discuss the use of theming in coaching. We also talk about the NYC marathon elite field, with many backing up from the Olympics and implications for this and we look at a paper quantifying the impact of steroid use. In response to requests we also…
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I Ran A Half-Marathon 1% Faster For 10 years To See What Would Happen
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Ever wonder how just 1% better daily can transform your running journey? In this episode, you’ll learn the art of becoming 1% better... every single day... for a decade. We dive deep into the mindsets, strategies, and core principles that transform running into a powerful tool for growth in every part of your life. You’ll discover how to pick the r…
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In our 25th weekly episode, we cover some crazy performances from the sporting world before diving into some research on immunity with nutrition. We then touch on muscle memory and some of its implications for doping. As usual we finish with a look at the Doctor’s office, the 1% Better Challenge for August and what we will be watching. (00:00) Intr…
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Our focus this week is on people who have GOAT arguments and the super subs who stepped up at the Olympics. We also discuss Olympic medals and happiness as well as discussing some listener questions, our 1% Better challenge for August and a visit to the Doctor’s Office. (00:00) Introduction (00:56) David’s polarized training in Chamonix (02:08) Xyl…
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Are 12x400m intervals the best workout for runners?
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Watch & Read This Here Looking for a cheat code to get pretty fit without suffering? Welcome to the easiest of the hard workout sessions for runners: the 12x400 interval workout. In this episode, you'll dive into the 12x400 interval workout, a powerful tool for any runner looking to improve their speed, endurance, and overall performance. We break …
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Everything you need to know about the women's Tour de France
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Show Notes: In this bonus episode, we talk to Hannah Walker. Hannah is a sports broadcaster and commentator who specializes in cycling. She has covered all of the major tours, including being one of the inaugural commentators for the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift. In addition to this she has commentated on the World Championships and was the lea…
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Show Notes: This week’s episode see’s Xylon recounting his experience at the Paris Olympic Games while David flew to London to run with a gold medalist. (00:00) Introduction (00:36) David’s crazy last 24 hours (03:00) Xylon’s travels are becoming exorbitant (03:43) Xylon was in Paris at the opening night of the athletics (04:25) Shoutout to a silve…
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This week’s episode see’s both Xylon and David on the road, but getting their training done. They also chat to Sean Seale about preparing a Crossfit athlete for the Crossfit Games. (00:00) Introduction (00:31) David Being a Guinea Pig for Science (01:03) Xylon’s Recent Travels (02:18) Xylon’s Running (03:43) David’s Running (05:00) Nutrition in Reb…
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