Best David Fick Podcasts (2024)

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S3|E18 - The Advice You Need For Comrades Race Week, with your Hosts, Nic & Davey 1:15:58

15d ago1:15:58

1:15:58

Making it to the start of Comrades Marathon is as much an achievement as is completing the gruelling 85.9km journey from Durban to Pietermaritzburg. This episode is for those of you competing in this years version of the Comrades Marathon or those of you hoping to support on the road during the day. This episode is even for those of you watching fr…

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S3|E17 - Running the 'Toughest Footrace on Earth' with up and coming Trail Runner James Miller 1:11:14

22d ago1:11:14

1:11:14

The Marathon Des Sables (MDS) is notorious for being one of the toughest trail races in the world. If this is news to you then picture this for a minute: Running 250km in the middle of the Sahara desert spread over 6 days where participants have to be able to fully self support themselves and work with strict daily water rations. Your days can rang…

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S3|E16 - Hydration for Endurance Running with Coach and Fueling Specialist, Andy Brodziak. 1:23:36

1M ago1:23:36

1:23:36

Are you willing to reconsider everything you think you know about hydration? This episode had us diving into the deep waters of hydration for endurance sports, with multiple Kona Ironman World Championship contender, Sport Scientist and Coach, Andy Brodziak, who is a representative of Precision Hydration - an industry leader in all things, you gues…

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S3|E15 - Your Comrades Up Run Raceday Strategy and final preparation with Coach Lindsey Parry 1:25:34

1M ago1:25:34

1:25:34

Overview: In this episode Nic and Davey are back and chatting to Official Comrades Coach, Lindsey Parry, discussing race day strategy and final preparation for the Ultimate Human Race. In the conversation Lindsey emphasises the importance of getting to race day feeling fresh and pain-free advising runners to embrace the fatigue and understand that …

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S3|E14 - Master your Mental Game with Mental Performance Coach, Giovanni Bianco 1:11:47

2M ago1:11:47

1:11:47

Every experienced runner knows that when the going gets tough you better be on top of your mental game! But mental strength is often only something that comes along with years of experience and some tough lessons learnt. But mental gains can be trained and with developing the right habits, it could be the key to unlocking not only your best perform…

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S3|E13 - Finding Homeostasis: Running, Nutrition and Your Hormones with Annie Bothma, Professional Athlete, Nutritionist and Coach. 1:23:13

2M ago1:23:13

1:23:13

In a modern society that thrives on comfort, choosing to run and push the boundaries on performance is inherently uncomfortable. It's going beyond what's normal and as athletes, our nutrition should reflect that... Unfortunately this is often not the case and nutrition is an afterthought, second to training. But they are not actually separate thing…

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S3|E12 - DEEP DIVE - Understanding Running Knee Injuries with Dr Martin Khoury 1:13:36

2M ago1:13:36

1:13:36

We bring to you another deep dive with one of our favourite guests on the show, Dr Martin Khoury is not your average Chiropractor. His inquisitive nature and steadfast pursuit for answers make for an excellent combination in solving the puzzling problems that people present with - and give us the opportunity to bring you an even better conversation…

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S3|E11 - DEEP DIVE - The Balancing Act of Endurance Running with Dr Jordan Leppan 55:42

3M ago55:42

55:42

"We have to learn to bend before we break,"... What started out as a finish line conversation after a particularly gruelling marathon (in one of Durban's finest displays of humidity), resulted in what you'll hear today. With those words, Jordy nudged us towards a reality that few are prepared to acknowledge, and ultimately forced the question to be…

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S3|E10 - The TTOM Special Edition with Irvette van Zyl 1:01:18

3M ago1:01:18

1:01:18

Returning to the start line of The Total Sports Two Ocean Marathon this year we have Irvette van Zyl "aka The other South African in the ladies elite field", as Irvette jokingly recalls the 2022 race and how Gerda pipped her in the last 3km to take the win and break the course record. In today's conversation - our most candid and authentic one to d…

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S3|E9 - DEEP DIVE - The Balancing Act of Endurance Running with Dr Jordan Leppan 1:09:59

3M ago1:09:59

1:09:59

"We have to learn to bend before we break,"... What started out as a finish line conversation after a particularly gruelling marathon (in one of Durban's finest displays of humidity), resulted in what you'll hear today. With those words, Jordy nudged us towards a reality that few are prepared to acknowledge, and ultimately forced the question to be…

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S3|E8 - The Shoe Doctor Will See You Now…with Nicholas Rupanga, 2:18 Marathoner and Running Shoe Expert Adviser. 51:05

3M ago51:05

51:05

To take a quote directly from today's conversation, "Shoes shoes shoes shoes shoeees! And then you need to pick one?". How? And where do you even start? It comes as no surprise to you that the running shoe market is flooded with options and with the latest technological improvements; carbon plates, foam on foam on foam, stack height, heel drops and…

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S3|E7 - Get Your Speed Work On Track with Erin Groll, Co-Founder of Community Track Club 1:07:21

4M ago1:07:21

1:07:21

In the Jan/Feb 2024 issue of the Runners World Magazine, Community Track Club was officially dubbed the 'Coolest Running Club in South Africa', which is quite the statement! As we've discussed many times on the pod in the past, the social running scene has swept the country by storm, but there is one club that puts on a show like no other. If you g…

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S3|E6 - Watching from the sidelines; a catch up with your hosts as they too deal with setback. 56:41

4M ago56:41

56:41

A little look into our lives lately if you will; in this episode we chat about: Davey’s move to the Western Cape. Nic and Davey’s experience at the Cape Peninsula Marathon; personal bests, race day strategies and the big bad thing…Davey broke another bone. Leah’s health journey with functional medicine and how that’s changed her relationship with r…

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S3|E5 - Why Runners Must Love Hills with Mike Obery, Founder and Captain of MustLoveHills Run Crew. 1:05:56

4M ago1:05:56

1:05:56

In this conversation we chat to local running legend, coach and founder of MustLoveHills RunCrew, Michael Obery. Mikey has a larger-than-life infectious energy about him and a deep rooted sense of community which has been instrumental in helping him establish one of the coolest Cape Town-based run clubs to emerge from the 'social' running scene, wh…

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S3|E4 - Welcoming a New Era of The Comrades Marathon with Chief Jogger Ann Ashworth 58:28

5M ago58:28

58:28

Name a road race to hail from the humble African continent that has stood the test of time, a world war and an international outbreak of disease? There is only but one ultra-marathon distance that since it's inception, has captured the hearts of fearless athletes and enthusiastic spectators alike, with its unfailing traditions and numbers that grow…

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S3|E3 - DEEP DIVE - Strength Training with Sport Scientist and Conditioning specialist , Ant Clark. 1:20:13

5M ago1:20:13

1:20:13

You've heard it said time and time again, "runners should be doing strength training". We know you've heard it from us in just about every episode, but we've never given you an in-depth explanation for WHY and HOW, well not until now... Welcome to the official DEEP DIVE into Strength Training, a discussion topic long overdue and we couldn't think o…

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S3|E2 - Survival of The Fittest with Hollywood Athletics Professional Runner, Nkosikhona Pitbull Mhlakwana 1:11:55

5M ago1:11:55

1:11:55

When last did you ask yourself "why do I run"? Maybe it started as a way to lose a few kilo's or meet new people? Or maybe you find it to be the best way to clear your head and manage stress? Now consider for a moment that the reason you run had very little to do with what it does for you, personally, but rather enabled real change, access to resou…

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S3|E1 - Feet On The Streets: Social Running Redefined with 2:13 Marathoner, Adam Lipschitz 1:05:02

5M ago1:05:02

1:05:02

What happens when you find a bunch of lekker people who like to run fast and socialise over coffee or a cold one afterwards? You create a club centred around all of the above and take to the streets! In today's conversation we chat to founder of The Social Runners Club, Adam Lipschitz, who is setting the pace and redefining how we look at the stuff…

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S2|E33 - MHR - Menopause & Running with Sport Scientist, Shona Hendricks 1:09:16

6M ago1:09:16

1:09:16

Let's face it, menopause and menopausal women more specifically, don't have the greatest reputation. Hot, sweaty, grumpy and sometimes "hysteric women", is the first and sometimes the only thing that people know or associate with menopause. This is quite alarming because menopause is as unavoidable as puberty, it is the second drastic hormonal shif…

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S2|E32 - 2023 Wrapped: a catch up with your hosts. 33:41

6M ago33:41

33:41

It's been a while since we had a good old chin wag. This episode is reminiscent of Making a Runners' early days with all of the Nic and Davey banter that you've come to know and love. The conversation covers all of 2023's highlights and forecasts to where MAR is headed in the future. Enjoy the lighter side (wink wink) with this episode.…

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S2|E31 - DEEP DIVE - Part 2: Breathing for Runners with Dr Lawrence van Lingen 56:42

7M ago56:42

56:42

Breathing - a fundamental, automated process that we don't give much thought to until we decide to wade back into the waters of fitness after a period of inactivity or attempt a maximal effort, then we are suddenly reminded by burning lungs and constricted chest. This sensation tends to get the better of us and makes it hard to proceed - let's face…

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S2|30 - DEEP DIVE - Part 1: Breathing for Runners with Lawrence van Lingen 1:17:40

7M ago1:17:40

1:17:40

Breathing - a fundamental, automated process that we don't give much thought to until we decide to wade back into the waters of fitness after a period of inactivity or attempt a maximal effort, then we are suddenly reminded by burning lungs and constricted chest. This sensation tends to get the better of us and makes it hard to proceed - let's face…

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S2|E29 - Comrades Unlocked: A Roadmap to the Ultimate Human Race with Coach Parry 1:15:07

7M ago1:15:07

1:15:07

If you've clicked on this episode, you're clearly Comrades curious, a dangerous thing to be because the likelihood of you entering after listening is very high, if not a guarantee. In today's conversation Coach Lindsey Parry, aka. Coach Parry. aka. The Comrades Coach, lays out a road map to running the Comrades Marathon that we believe anyone can r…

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S2|E28 - DEEP DIVE - Understanding Lower Leg Injuries: Biomechanics, Training, and Personalised Approaches with Chiropractor and Pain Specialist, Martin Khoury 1:04:54

7M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Welcome to a brand new segment of MAR! As the name suggest, in this episode we take deeper look at the lower leg; what job it does to perform the action of running, why it gets injured and how to navigate pain. We couldn't have chosen a better guest to help us unpack the subject. Martin is one of the best health care professionals of our time, his …

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S2|E27 - Making a Trail Running Icon with Ryan Sandes 1:26:35

8M ago1:26:35

1:26:35

Ryan Sandes is for South African Trail Running like Siya Kolisi is for South African Rugby: an icon whos name will stand the test of time, not only for the incredible results and personal success that he has achieved but for the lasting and transformative impact that he has had on the sport as a whole. 16 years ago a young Ryan Sandes, who was comp…

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David Fick Podcasts

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Making A Runner

Nic Acampora & David Fick

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S3|E18 - The Advice You Need For Comrades Race Week, with your Hosts, Nic & Davey 1:15:58

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S3|E17 - Running the 'Toughest Footrace on Earth' with up and coming Trail Runner James Miller 1:11:14

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S3|E16 - Hydration for Endurance Running with Coach and Fueling Specialist, Andy Brodziak. 1:23:36

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S3|E15 - Your Comrades Up Run Raceday Strategy and final preparation with Coach Lindsey Parry 1:25:34

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S3|E14 - Master your Mental Game with Mental Performance Coach, Giovanni Bianco 1:11:47

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S3|E13 - Finding Homeostasis: Running, Nutrition and Your Hormones with Annie Bothma, Professional Athlete, Nutritionist and Coach. 1:23:13

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S3|E12 - DEEP DIVE - Understanding Running Knee Injuries with Dr Martin Khoury 1:13:36

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S3|E11 - DEEP DIVE - The Balancing Act of Endurance Running with Dr Jordan Leppan 55:42

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S3|E10 - The TTOM Special Edition with Irvette van Zyl 1:01:18

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S3|E9 - DEEP DIVE - The Balancing Act of Endurance Running with Dr Jordan Leppan 1:09:59

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S3|E8 - The Shoe Doctor Will See You Now…with Nicholas Rupanga, 2:18 Marathoner and Running Shoe Expert Adviser. 51:05

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S3|E7 - Get Your Speed Work On Track with Erin Groll, Co-Founder of Community Track Club 1:07:21

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S3|E6 - Watching from the sidelines; a catch up with your hosts as they too deal with setback. 56:41

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S3|E5 - Why Runners Must Love Hills with Mike Obery, Founder and Captain of MustLoveHills Run Crew. 1:05:56

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S3|E4 - Welcoming a New Era of The Comrades Marathon with Chief Jogger Ann Ashworth 58:28

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S3|E3 - DEEP DIVE - Strength Training with Sport Scientist and Conditioning specialist , Ant Clark. 1:20:13

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S3|E2 - Survival of The Fittest with Hollywood Athletics Professional Runner, Nkosikhona Pitbull Mhlakwana 1:11:55

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S3|E1 - Feet On The Streets: Social Running Redefined with 2:13 Marathoner, Adam Lipschitz 1:05:02

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S2|E33 - MHR - Menopause & Running with Sport Scientist, Shona Hendricks 1:09:16

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S2|E32 - 2023 Wrapped: a catch up with your hosts. 33:41

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S2|E31 - DEEP DIVE - Part 2: Breathing for Runners with Dr Lawrence van Lingen 56:42

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S2|30 - DEEP DIVE - Part 1: Breathing for Runners with Lawrence van Lingen 1:17:40

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S2|E29 - Comrades Unlocked: A Roadmap to the Ultimate Human Race with Coach Parry 1:15:07

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S2|E28 - DEEP DIVE - Understanding Lower Leg Injuries: Biomechanics, Training, and Personalised Approaches with Chiropractor and Pain Specialist, Martin Khoury 1:04:54

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S2|E27 - Making a Trail Running Icon with Ryan Sandes 1:26:35

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