This Comrades Struggle Is Real With 6 Weeks To Go

Down - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

Resources mentioned in this podcast:
The 2025 Comrades Roadmap Promo: http://coachparry.com/down25
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

In this week's episode of Down, Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsey Parry dive deep into what many runners are feeling right now — as Comrades Marathon training hits its peak.

Brad shares his personal struggles with fatigue, Facebook arguments, and the mental realization that race day is fast approaching. Lindsey explains why feeling tired at this stage is completely normal and why now, with six weeks to go, the next four weeks of training are critical.

You'll hear:

- Why it's okay (and normal) to feel scared, unprepared, and even panicked about Comrades right now.
- The real meaning behind the South African phrase "vasbyt" and why it’s the perfect mindset for this phase of training.
- The importance of using your long runs as dress rehearsals to test gear, nutrition, and mental strategies.
- How Brad is troubleshooting gear issues (like bad blisters) and Lindsey's advice on when and how to safely replace running shoes before Comrades.
- Why comparison on Strava is dangerous and how to focus on your own race journey.
- Recovery strategies after long runs — including how many days off you should take and how to ease back into training safely.

PLUS: An exciting announcement about the Coach Parry Aches & Pains After Party happening the day after Comrades 2025 — limited spots available!

👉 If you're training for Comrades and feeling overwhelmed, tired, or anxious — this episode is a must-listen.

You're not alone, and there's still time to finish strong.