Fitness Racing Podcast

This week, we are joined by Adidas athlete and coach Ronan Lindsay for an honest look at what it really takes to compete at the top level while managing a full-time job. From setting records to pushing into Pro division podiums, Ronan shares how he structures his life to chase his goal of elite racing without sacrificing his home life.
We dive deep into the practical reality of high-volume training around a busy family. Ronan unpacks his weekly routine, showing how he manages to get the reps in, prioritise recovery, and maintain consistency when life takes over.
We also consider the role that good coaching plays in your training and why patience is essential for real results. Finally, we discuss Ronan's Stockholm experience and get his views on the new Elite Series structure.
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As fitness racing and hybrid fitness explode worldwide, so does the conversation around performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs). This week, sports science researcher Matt Carpenter (@mattendurancescientist) joins us for an evidence-backed look into the reality of doping in amateur sports.
Matt breaks down the psychological drivers pushing amateur athletes to seek a chemical edge, along with what current research reveals about PED prevalence across various amateur sports. While there are no direct studies on PED usage in fitness racing to date, we explore how data from adjacent sports can help us gauge the likelihood of hybrid athletes seeking a synthetic advantage.
We consider some of the compounds often used in sports. From steroids to peptides and from GLP-1s to EPO Matt helps us understand their use. We also consider the growing debate around TRT and ponder if there is any solution that upholds integrity in sport.
Finally, Matt unpacks the real-world logistics of drug testing, biological health risks, and what steps Race Directors can consider to try to ensure that their races are clean.
Follow Matt Carpenter on Instagram @mattendurancescientist and TikTok @mattcarpenterscience.
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This week on the show, we welcome back Adidas athlete and hybrid fitness coach Lhea Terzaki for her first appearance since early 2025.
Lhea candidly opens up about a recent shift in her mental game. Recently she realised that despite landing on the podium at Age Group level in Lisbon, she was simply going through the motions and racing out of expectation rather than enjoyment.
We dive deep into the psychology of self-imposed pressure, the good & bad of social media, and the practical steps she took to reset her mindset for DEKA to put fun back at the centre of her competition.
Whether you're an elite competitor or an age-grouper battling performance anxiety, this episode offers a valuable look into balancing high ambition with a healthy relationship to the sport.
Follow Lhea on Instagram - @lhea.terzaki

This week on the show we are joined once again by Darryl Corley for a dedicated deep dive into race-day nutrition.
Following on from our previous conversations covering general nutrition and the value of HRV training, this episode focuses entirely on the fine details of fueling your race for maximum performance.
We walk through the entire timeline, from the question of carb loading and night-before meals to managing your nutrition based on your start time.
We also break down the science behind race gels, hydration, lactic acid buffer, and the actual causes of race-day cramping. Finally, we look at  strategies for athletes tackling multiple races over a single weekend.
Follow  Darryl on Instagram - @that_nutritionguydarryl
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This week on the show, we chat with Patrick Coyle, a proud member of Team Hogan and the Irish Fitness Racing Community.

Patrick opens up about his HYROX origin story, the early mistakes that held him back, and how finding the right coach completely transformed his training and performance.

We also dive into his ongoing weight loss journey, discussing the practical lessons, mindset shifts, and key takeaways he has learned along the way.

Find Patrick on IG - @patrick_coyle84
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