This week on the Easy Double Podcast we’re joined by coach and sports scientist Zander Mostert for one of our most educational episodes yet.

We break down the science behind endurance performance and unpack the concepts runners hear all the time — but often don’t fully understand — including blood lactate, threshold training, LT1, LT2, Zone 2, aerobic development and how elite athletes actually use these metrics in training.

Using Ryan’s recent lactate test as a real-world example, Zander explains:

• What lactate actually is
• The difference between LT1 and LT2
• Why threshold training is so effective
• How to know if your easy runs are truly easy
• Common misconceptions around “zones” and heart rate training
• Why most runners probably train too hard too often
• How lactate testing can be used to individualise training
• The relationship between volume, thresholds and race performance

Whether you’re chasing a marathon PB, trying to better understand your own training, or simply curious about the physiology behind endurance performance, this episode is packed with practical insight.

We also discuss how elite runners structure threshold sessions, why building your aerobic system is so important, and how training should evolve depending on experience level and goals.

Let us know what you think of this style of episode — and if there are any other deep-dive topics you’d like us to explore in future.

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There are 3 guarantees in life: death, taxes and banging weekly Easy Double shows.

This week on the Easy Double podcast we bring an on the ground report of what went on at the Belfast Classic where some of Europe's top talent and Eoin opened up their track season.Over the other side of the world in Victoria, the cross country season began with round 1 being the Lakeside 5k which again produced some incredibly fast times.

📰 In running news, we learnt that cross country would not be part of the 2030 Winter Olympics being held in France, however there is still hope for 2034. Phil Sesemann announced an injury that results in Ellis Cross being called up to the GB Team for the European Athletics Champs later this summer.The Diamond League kicks off this weekend in Shanghai, China with a lot of Aussies and East Africans making for some pretty stacked fields.

👊In this week's Double Trouble we discuss the art of self sabotage and why runners do a certain thing knowing it will have a negative impact on results.

Join us as we break all of this down and much more.If you'd like to support the show, join us on Patreon via the link below. As always, if you're enjoying the podcast please give us a follow, leave a rating, and share it with a fellow runner!🔗 Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/EasyDouble⁠

Been an absolute pleasure to bring this series to everyone. Appreciate everyone who has tuned in and followed the lads journey & couldn't thank the boys enough for giving up their time and being so open, honest and raw with their training, races and general opinions.

This week on the Easy Double podcast, in what seems like a down week in the running world, that was not the case on the island of Ireland. The Dublin City Half Marathon took place, with some of Ireland's premier athletes taking to the roads, while down the other end of the country, the Great Limerick Run took place with some more fast running. Up north, the Belfast Marathon took place, which resulted in another sprint finish. Over in Sydney, the Hoka Runway Sydney Half Marathon took place, while in the US, their National Road 5K took centre stage.

📰 In running news, we discuss Abby Steiner suing Puma for defective shoes resulting in injuries, we chat about Rory Leonard leaving Andy Hobdell, and British Athletics yet again causing some controversy with their European marathon team selections.

📺 In YouTube Diaries, we discuss the athlete that is Marco Langon and break down his workout filmed on All Access Track.

👊 Olympic ticket prices get the hit on this week's Double Trouble.

Join us as we break all of this down and much more.

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World records shattered as two of the world's biggest marathon majors are decided. Sebastian Sawe etched his name into history forever by running 1:59:30, becoming the first person ever to break the two-hour marathon barrier, while Tigst Assefa broke the women's-only world record in a stunning 2:15. Over in Boston, a fast and wind-assisted course saw Sharon Lokedi and John Korir claim the top honours in one of the most dramatic editions in years. Meanwhile, the Balarath came to Australian soil, with some of the country's finest athletes putting on a standout display on home roads.

📰 In running news, Glasgow has been awarded the 2027 European Cross Country Championships. Adidas has unveiled a new super shoe weighing under 100 grams — and with both London Marathon winners racing in it, we give our verdict on whether it's a true game-changer.

📺 This week's YouTube diary shout-out goes to Charles Hicks, who ran an eye-watering 2:04 marathon in Boston, earning himself a 5-minute PB. He gives a brilliant insight into what it's like being a Nike pro athlete — well worth a watch.

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This week on the Easy Double Podcast, we’re joined by one of the most trusted and knowledgeable voices in global track & field — Jon Gault.

Fresh off a huge weekend of marathon racing, we kick things off with a deep dive into the Boston Marathon — how the races unfolded, what stood out, and whether the outcomes matched expectations. We then look ahead to the London Marathon, breaking down the elite fields, predicting the winners, and asking who the top British performers might be on the day.

We also get Jon’s perspective on what it’s like covering the sport at the highest level — from reporting on the biggest races in the world to navigating the ever-evolving landscape of athletics media. Naturally, that leads into a conversation around LetsRun, its reputation within the sport, and the balance between reporting, opinion, and controversy.

There’s also a quick-fire round where we put Jon on the spot with everything from favourite meets and dream interviews to Brighton & Hove Albion allegiances and a few curveballs.

If you’re into marathon racing, elite track & field, or just want a behind-the-scenes look at how the biggest stories in the sport are covered — this is a must-listen.

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London Calling 🇬🇧🏃‍♂️ | Race Week Special

Four sleeps to go. The boys check in ahead of London Marathon weekend — taper thoughts, training confidence, race plans, fuelling strategy, and what success actually looks like on the biggest stage.

We dive into the elite field, British depth, underdogs to watch, and answer some Patreon questions on sleep, nerves, and race-day mindset.

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Welcome back to the Easy Double Podcast for Episode 61!

It's marathon season as the lads discuss all things Boston Marathon and preview the London Marathon.On the streets of Spain, a European record goes down as some notable names also race well.

Ryan recaps his first race in 51 weeks as he conquers the Bridges of Perth.

As always, we chat running news, YouTube diaries and also Double Trouble — have runners gone soft?

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