Welcome to Episode 63 of Peak Pursuits, your ultimate podcast for everything trail running in Australia. This episode is hosted by Sim Brick and Vlad Ixel as they discuss their big training weeks towards Gold Coast for Vlad and CCC for Sim, answer a listener question about bathroom breaks in races, and discuss all in the incredible things going on around the trail world with Dead Cow Gully, Aussies at Broken Arrow, and this weekend's Western States, Marathon du Mont Blanc and Lavaredo triple!

Results

Kiama Coastal Classic: https://www.multisportaustralia.com.au/races/kiama-coastal-classic-2025

Dead Cow Gully: https://www.facebook.com/deadcowgully/

Broken Arrow: https://my.raceresult.com/344643/results

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Vlad: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/vladixel/?hl=en] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/athletes/3232281?oq=vlad]

Sim: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theflyingbrick_/?hl=en] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/athletes/18643506]

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Episode 63: Big Training Weeks, Dead Cow Gully, Broken Arrow, Western States and more!

Welcome to Episode 62 of Peak Pursuits, your ultimate podcast for everything trail running in Australia. This episode is hosted by Sim Brick and Jess Jason alongside a very special guest, Kate Avery! Hear about Kate’s pregnancy journey, from winning races early on to still getting out for a track session each week at 38 weeks. The ladies discuss the guidance Kate has been given by health professionals, the newer research that is guiding the current advice, and the progress we are making in changing the stereotypes and fears around women being active in whatever way their bodies allow throughout their unique pregnancy journey.

Then continue listening to hear Sim and Jess recap their training and some of the recent results around the country!

Results

Surf Coast Trail Marathon: https://tomatotiming.racetecresults.com/results.aspx?CId=16&RId=29860&EId=2&dt=2

Yandina Five O: https://results.sportseventservices.com.au/results.aspx?CId=16287&RId=6431&dt=2&top=3&EId=1

Albury Ranges Trail Run: https://www.alpinetiming.com.au/results/r600/

Eagle and Child WA: https://www.webscorer.com/race?raceid=394452

Kowen Trail Run: https://www.facebook.com/kowentrailrun/posts/podium-results-for-the-2025-kowen-winter-trails-marathon-male-1-michael-roeger-3/1329625589168170/

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Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits! Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!

Jess: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jessjason/] | Strava  [https://www.strava.com/athletes/54364834]

Sim: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theflyingbrick_/?hl=en] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/athletes/18643506]

Kate: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kate_avery1/?hl=en]

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Episode 62: Running Throughout Pregnancy with Kate Avery!

In this Trail Running Podcast, James sits down with Milly Young as she reflects on an adventurous journey—from overcoming significant health setbacks to discovering climbing and trail running in Chamonix.

We cover her epic experience coming 3rd in the 2024 PTL alongside her brother, balancing structured training with the freedom of mountain life, and the lessons in resilience and adventure that define her approach to trail running and climbing.

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Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits! Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod [https://www.instagram.com/peakpursuits.pod/] to share your thoughts, questions, and trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!

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Milly Young: Resilience, Adventure, and the Long Way Around Mont Blanc (PTL)

Welcome to Episode 61 of Peak Pursuits, your ultimate podcast for everything trail running in Australia. This episode is hosted by Sim Brick, Vlad Ixel, and James Sieber and covers Vlad jumping in a road 50k for marathon training, Sim running Wandi Cross and James return to run; followed by chats about the Golden Trail Series Aus and new Trail Con in USA.

Results

Coastal ascent: https://www.multisportaustralia.com.au/races/the-coastal-ascent-2025

Wandi Cross: https://www.alpinetiming.com.au/results/r509/

Gopro Games: https://mountaingames.com/results/

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Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits! Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!

Vlad: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/vladixel/?hl=en] | Strava    [https://www.strava.com/athletes/3232281?oq=vlad]

Sim: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theflyingbrick_/?hl=en] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/athletes/18643506]

James: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coachjamessieber/] | Website [https://www.coachjamessieber.com/]

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Episode 61: Road 50k's, Wandi Cross, GTNS and Trail Con

On this Trail Running Podcast, we sit down with Charlie Hamilton as he reflects on a huge few months — from his performance at Transvulcania to joining the global Adidas Terrex team.

We cover his Boulder training block, lessons from the long game, and what it all means for Trail Running Australia.

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Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits! Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod [https://www.instagram.com/peakpursuits.pod/] to share your thoughts, questions, and trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!

Follow Charlie: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/cowboyhamilton/] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/athletes/6678120?oq=charl]

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Charlie Hamilton: From Cycling to Signed with Adidas Terrex

Welcome to Episode 60 of Peak Pursuits, your ultimate podcast for everything trail running in Australia. This episode is hosted by Sim Brick, Vlad Ixel, and Brodie Nankervis and covers everyone's recent training, including a lengthy discussion on why Brodie and Sim have both started including ‘overdressed’ heat training in their weeks.

Keep listening for some incredible recent results by Aussies and a brief preview of the upcoming races next week at The Coastal Ascent and Wandi Cross.

Results

Kuitpo Forest: https://eventstrategies.racetecresults.com/results.aspx?CId=90&RId=594

In The Raw: https://results.sportseventservices.com.au/results.aspx?CId=16287&RId=6451&EId=1&dt=0

Great Keppel Island: https://my.raceresult.com/323198/

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Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits! Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!

Vlad: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/vladixel/?hl=en] | Strava    [https://www.strava.com/athletes/3232281?oq=vlad]

Sim: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theflyingbrick_/?hl=en] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/athletes/18643506]

Brodie: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/brodie_nank/] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/athletes/3232281?oq=vlad]

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Episode 60: Jumping on the Heat Training Bandwagon

Welcome to Episode 5 of Targeting the Ticket where we are following Nathan Pearce, Bridget Lunn and Toby Lang through their seasons at Golden Trail National Series.

With the third race of the series next Saturday at The Coastal Ascent, hear how Nathan, Bridget and Toby have been training in the past 6 weeks and their thoughts leading into this all important race for points before the big showdown in Brisbane!

Thanks for joining us on Peak Pursuits! Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod and share your thoughts, questions, or your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!

Nathan: @nathanpearce_

Bridget: @bridget_lunn

Toby: @lang.toby

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Targeting the Ticket Episode 5!

From elite soccer fields to the snowy slopes of Japan and Canada, Demi Caldwell’s athletic journey is as diverse as it is impressive. After years of competitive soccer and back-to-back winters skiing around the globe, Demi found her stride in triathlon, quickly rising to win age-group titles and earning her professional card at Melbourne's Ironman 70.3. Yet, despite her triathlon success, Demi’s heart was quietly pulling her towards a simpler, more profound calling—the trails.

In today's episode, Demi shares her transformative journey from triathlon podiums to trail running passion. We explore the moment of clarity at Ultra-Trail Kosciuszko that solidified her decision to fully commit to trails, the mental shifts required to compete at an elite level, and how embracing simplicity has enriched her life both on and off the trails.

From securing podium finishes at iconic events like Buffalo Stampede and Ultra-Trail Australia, Demi’s rise in the trail running community is just beginning. With deep insights into training, mindset, and the courage needed to redefine personal success, this conversation will resonate with anyone who has ever felt the call to chase what truly sets their soul on fire.

Join us for a deep, reflective, and inspiring conversation with Demi Caldwell—proof that following your passion is always the best route to personal fulfilment.

Demi’s YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@caldwell_d]

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Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits! Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod [https://www.instagram.com/peakpursuits.pod/] to share your thoughts, questions, and trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!

Follow Demi Caldwell: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/caldwell_d/] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/athletes/29372065]

Follow James: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coachjamessieber/] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/athletes/48288519]

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Demi Caldwell: From Pro Triathlon to Trail Running Podiums

Welcome to Episode 59 of Peak Pursuits, your ultimate podcast for everything trail running in Australia. This episode is hosted by Sim Brick, Jess Jason and James Sieber and covers James’ running rebuild from injury, Jess’ post race recovery, and a discussion around how to deal with the overwhelm that can come with race environments.

Also covered is some recent results from Run the Gap and Zegama!

Run The Gap: https://my.raceresult.com/340843/

Zegama: https://www.kronoak.com/live/2025/zegamaaizkorri/

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Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits! Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!

Sim: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theflyingbrick_/?hl=en] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/athletes/18643506]

Jess: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jessjason/] | Strava  [https://www.strava.com/athletes/54364834]

James: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coachjamessieber/] | Website [https://www.coachjamessieber.com/]

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Episode 59: Running Rebuilds and Mental Tactics for Pre-Race Nerves. 

We're joined by the UTA 100km 2nd place Beth McKenzie to chat about her eventful leadup to the race and then how the race unfolded. Beth shares her strategy, key learnings, and what is coming up in the season ahead!

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Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits! Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!

Beth: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bethgmckenzie/?hl=en] | Strava [https://www.strava.com/athletes/118382]

Jess: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jessjason/] | Strava   [https://www.strava.com/athletes/54364834]

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Beth McKenzie Post Race Interview: 2025 UTA 100km

Welcome to Peak Pursuits, your go-to podcast for all things trail running in Australia. Host Simone Brick is joined by fellow trail enthusiasts Brodie Nankervis, Vlad Ixel, and Jess Jason. Together, we're here to fuel your love for trail running, share insider tips, and update you on the latest events and races. With the help of James Sieber, we will be joined by Australia’s best trail runners, showcasing their journeys and the ups and downs of the sport at the highest level.

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