Better with Running

Author: RUN2PB

This podcast is about sharing that running journey, its here to help inspire and motivate others to join and take part in the best sport in the world! Running! Along the journey youll also get the chance to hear from a range of coaches, athletes and running experts their backgrounds and how they go about getting the most out of their running. Sharing some of their secrets and training tips, to help expose you to some new ways of thinking and operating!
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EP293: From 3:10 to 2:52 and Beyond: Charles Jacobson’s Road to the Ballarat Marathon
Wednesday, 22 April, 2026

In episode 293 of the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman check in for a final look at the training logs before the highly anticipated Ballarat Marathon. Chris shares insights into a 63km week focused on recovery and body maintenance, featuring a 4 x 2km session designed to touch on half-marathon and 10km efforts while prioritizing longevity. Meanwhile, Zac continues his momentum, "cracking the ton" with a 102km week that included sharp interval work around the Yarra and Albert Park, capped off by a steady 90-minute long run at 4:22/km.The heart of this episode features the return of Charles Jacobson, a three-time guest who first joined the show back on episode 146. Since returning to the sport in 2019, Charles has undergone a remarkable transformation under the guidance of coach Andy Buchanan. Having once targeted the sub-3-hour barrier, Charles now enters race week with a 2:52 PB and a string of impressive lead-up performances, including a 17:42 at the Bendigo 5km Frenzy and consistent 120-130km training weeks. We hear about his race prep, the taper jitters and how he plans on celebrating the day!Good luck to everyone heading to Ballarat this weekend!With thanks to Oat Running Socks for their support of this episode. Check out www.oatrunning.com.au and use the code Run2PB15 for 15% off you order.