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Making A RunnerAuthor: Nic Acampora
Making A Runner is a podcast about the journey of becoming a better runner physically, mentally, and over the long run. Hosted by Coach and Biokineticist Nic Acampora, the show brings together experts from the running world and everyday runners to unpack the realities of training, racing, injury, and performance. Expect practical insights, honest conversations, and a proudly South African perspective on what it really takes to build yourself into a runner; whether you are looking at improving your Parkrun run or running your first Comrades. Because great runners arent born theyre made. Language: en-us Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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EP. 134 | From Comrades to Berlin: Taking on My First Marathon Major
Episode 134
Monday, 19 October, 2026
In this solo episode, Nic looks back on his journey from Comrades to the Berlin Marathon, sharing how he recovered after Comrades, found his way back to running at his best and eventually made the spontaneous decision to take on Berlin.From how he secured his entry to adapting his training in a much shorter timeframe than usual, Nic talks through the build-up to his first World Major Marathon and what it was like to experience race day in Berlin. He also reflects on how the race unfolded, supporting his own runners along the way, and the lessons he took away from the experience.In this episode, Nic covers:• Recovering after Comrades and finding his way back to running at his best.• How the decision to run Berlin came about and how he got his entry.• Adapting his training for a marathon with a shorter preparation period• The experience of running his first World Major Marathon.• How race day unfolded and what it was like supporting his runners.• His biggest takeaways from Berlin and what comes next for his running goals.From the unexpected decision to the finish line, this episode is an honest look at taking on a big running goal, adapting when plans change and figuring out what comes next.Whether you’re training for your own marathon or love hearing the stories behind the miles, tune in for Nic’s take on his first World Marathon Major.
