Georgia Weir: The Marathon Training Secrets Every Runner Should Know | Sydney Marathon Head Coach

TCS Sydney Marathon Head Coach Georgia Weir on Smarter Training, Easy Runs & Finding Your Running Crew This week on the Women's Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie are recording straight from the sauna after racing the Harbour 10 in Sydney. Fresh off the finish line, they chat about how the race unfolded, why the 10K might just be one of the toughest distances to race, and debate whether they'd rather tackle a 5K, half marathon or even another marathon. They also reflect on a fantastic weekend in Sydney before introducing this week's special guest, Georgia Weir. Head Coach of the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS, founder of Deadly Runners, and a proud First Nations woman who is using running to create lasting change in communities across Australia. Georgia shares her incredible running journey, why she believes training doesn't need to be complicated, and how consistency, not perfection is the key to becoming a stronger runner. We dive into choosing the right coach, why easy runs are so important, the dangers of comparing yourself on social media, and how finding your running community can completely transform your experience with the sport. After the interview, Hayles and Jussie wrap up with their favourite weekly recommendations including a glitter hair hack that's perfect for race day, a cosy magnesium tea ritual that's become a winter staple, and a recap of their Harbour 10 experience, post-race brunch and what's coming up next. Timestamps 00:00 – Harbour 10 Recovery in the Sauna 00:12 – Harbour 10 Race Recap 00:28 – Is the 10K the Hardest Distance? 01:03 – Introducing Georgia Weir 01:45 – Why Georgia Inspires Us 02:11 – Interview Begins 02:20 – Meet Georgia Weir 02:43 – Quick Fire Questions 02:50 – Favourite Shoes & Running Gear 03:50 – Favourite Races & Running Memories 04:53 – Funniest Running Mishaps 06:03 – Keep Running Simple 06:34 – Why Georgia Loves Coaching 07:19 – The Story Behind Deadly Runners 08:51 – How to Choose the Right Coach 09:37 – Can AI Replace a Running Coach? 12:29 – The Biggest Challenges Women Face in Training 13:55 – Why Easy Runs Matter (The 80/20 Rule) 16:21 – TikTok Training Trends & Common Mistakes 18:35 – Strava, Social Media & Comparison 19:26 – The Non-Negotiables for Better Running 21:30 – Fuel, Sleep & Recovery 22:42 – Why the Sydney Marathon Means So Much 24:47 – The Emotions of Marathon Day 25:41 – What's Next for Georgia? 26:44 – Canadian Death Race Adventure 28:10 – Coaching the TCS Sydney Marathon Team 29:11 – Rapid Fire Questions 30:51 – Georgia's Advice for Every New Runner 32:25 – Find Your Running Crew 33:45 – Post Interview Catch-Up 33:58 – Glitter Gel Hair Hack 35:55 – Warm Magnesium Tea Before Bed 37:05 – What's Next. 37:26 – Harbour 10 Race Recap & Pacing Strategy 39:25 – Finish Line, Results & Age Group Placings 40:18 – Race Day Outfits, Glitter & Good Vibes 41:04 – Post-Race Brunch & Bagels 41:42 – Listener Shoutouts & Wrap Up   Spotlight hair glitter  OUR fave magnesium Pillar RASPBERRY Connect with Georgia @georgiaweir83 @deadlyrunners  If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love it if you subscribed, left us a review and shared it with a friend. Every listen helps us continue building a community where every woman feels welcome, supported and inspired to run no matter your pace or experience. Until next week... keep showing up, keep having fun, and remember you belong here.  xo Hayles and Jussie