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Peak Pursuits

Peak Pursuits
Trail Running
Brisbane Trail Ultra
Golden Trail National Series
Transcend Ultra
Kunyani Mountain Run
Donna Double
Coastal Ascent Race
UTMB
Asia Pacific Trail Championships
Olympics
Western States
Strength Training
Sierre-Zinal
Golden Trail Series
Coastal Ascent
Surf Coast Trail Marathon
Perth Trail Series
Ultra Trail Australia
Western Australia
Bulgaria

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, sh... more

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Welcome to Episode 76 of Peak Pursuits, your go-to podcast for trail running in Australia and beyond. World Champs week is upon us! So this week Sim and James sit down with Charlie Hamilton to talk about all things World Champs, after a brief Hownslo... more

Welcome to Episode 75 of Peak Pursuits, your go-to podcast for trail running in Australia and beyond. This week, James is hosting and is joined by Vlad and Blake Turner, both live from Spain as they prepare for the Canfranc World Mountain and Trail R... more

Trish McKibbin returns to the show ahead of representing Australia at the World Mountain & Trail Running Championships. In this episode, she reflects on navigating relative energy deficiency (RED-S), the lessons learned from Tarawera and APTRC and ho... more

Welcome to Episode 74 of Peak Pursuits, your ultimate podcast for everything trail running in Australia. This episode is hosted by Sim Brick, Jess Jason, and a special guest Robbie Rorich who is training in Font Romeu with Jess! Get to know Robbie an... more

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Recent Guests

Trish McKibbin
Trail runner and World Mountain Trail Championships competitor
Episode: Trish McKibbin: Fueling, Family, and the Trail to World Mountain & Trail Championships
Robbie Rorich
An athlete from Cape Town, South Africa.
Asics
Episode: Episod 74: Meet Robbie Rorich, Athlete Life in Font Romeu, Six foot Track!
Miah Noble
Trail runner representing Australia, sharing her journey of recovery from an eating disorder.
Episode: Miah Noble: Representing Australia and Finding New Strength Through Eating Disorder Recovery
Matt Crehan
Co-captain of Team Australia for the World Long Trail Championship
Team Australia
Episode: Matt Crehan: Pre-WMTRC Interview
Sarah-Jayne Miller
Australian trail runner and member of the Short Trail team representing Australia
Short Trail team
Episode: Sarah-Jayne Miller: Balancing Family, Teaching, and Racing for Australia at WMTRC 2025
Hannah McRae
Veterinarian and competitive trail runner
None mentioned
Episode: Hannah McRae: Chasing Mountains from Tassie to the 2025 World Mountain & Trail Running Championships
Tom Dade
Competitive trail runner representing Australia at the World Mountain Trail Running Championships
Team Australia
Episode: Tom Dade: Speed, Endurance & The Road to the 2025 World Mountain & Trail Running Championships
Shane Johnstone
Event Organizer and Trail Runner
Transcend
Episode: Episode 66: Short Vs Long Distance Training Changes and Transcend Ultra Feat. Shane Johnstone
Aaron Young
An accomplished ultra-endurance athlete known for his performances in backyard ultra races and long-distance trail events.
Episode: Aaron Young: Cocodona 250 & The Power of Showing Up When It's Hard

Hosts

Simone Brick
Host of Peak Pursuits podcast, who passionately leads discussions on trail running, offering insights and showcasing guests from the competitive field of trail runners.
James Sieber
Host associated with Peak Pursuits, providing additional perspectives on trail running and athlete journeys.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Love the show

    Great insight into the Australian trail running scene, can’t get enough of it!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josh Goding
    Australia2 months ago
  • Masterclass in trail-running!

    An absolute masterclass in trail-running! Top 5 Podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Todd Haskell
    New Zealand8 months ago

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The podcast is noted for its inspirational stories from athletes, fostering motivation and resilience among listeners.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth discussions about trail running and share enthusiasm for the supportive community centering on the sport.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#190
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#21
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#55
Singapore/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#80
Switzerland/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#83
India/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#131
South Africa/Sports/Running

Talking Points

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Episode 75 with Blake Turner: WMTRC Course Insights, Recovery, and Doping in Trail Running
Q: What are the tips for recovery in the 48 hours after an event?
Focus on calories and hydration immediately after the event. Try to get as much sleep as possible and engage in light movement to promote recovery.
Episode 75 with Blake Turner: WMTRC Course Insights, Recovery, and Doping in Trail Running
Q: What advice do you have for preventing slash managing blisters?
It's important to take care of blisters immediately after an event. If they pop, manage them carefully to prevent them from hindering your recovery. Ensure to hydrate and fuel properly after an event, even if you don't feel like eating.
Miah Noble: Representing Australia and Finding New Strength Through Eating Disorder Recovery
Q: How did you get into running?
Miah shares that she started running during COVID as a way to gain control and quickly fell in love with the sport, eventually transitioning to trail running.
Hannah McRae: Chasing Mountains from Tassie to the 2025 World Mountain & Trail Running Championships
Q: What inspired you to pursue trail running, leading to your recent competition?
The lore of long-distance races and my early experiences with running as a child motivated me to pursue it.
Hannah McRae: Chasing Mountains from Tassie to the 2025 World Mountain & Trail Running Championships
Q: How do you find balancing your work as a vet with your running?
It's challenging, but I prioritize my running and make adjustments in my training to balance both.

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Focused on trail running, the content extensively covers training strategies, race experiences, and personal stories from both hosts and prominent athletes in the field. Episodes frequently highlight various ultra-endurance events, competitive tactics, and the intricacies of balancing personal health and athletic performance. The podcast is distinct in its supportive community backdrop, discussing mental health challenges, female participation in sports, and communal bonding within running culture. Listeners can expect expert advice, inspiring stories of resilience, and engaging conversations that stir a passion for trail running in Australia.

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2. The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
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Peak Pursuits launched a year ago and published 137 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Peak Pursuits include:

1. Trish McKibbin
2. Robbie Rorich
3. Miah Noble
4. Matt Crehan
5. Sarah-Jayne Miller
6. Hannah McRae
7. Tom Dade
8. Shane Johnstone

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