The Free Speed Podcast

This episode isn’t just about coaching. It’s about why so many driven people burn out. We dive into topics like overtraining culture, the myth that more volume = more progress, the psychology of choking, and why running your own race matters more than keeping up If you’ve ever pushed too hard, compared yourself to others, or felt that “dark place” mid-race, this conversation will hit.

In this episode of The Free Speed Podcast, Tash and Cal catch up after a small break from the podcast and talk about what it really takes to make progress, in training, in personal growth, and in life.They dive into endurance, smarter programming, heart rate adaptations, and why consistency always beats doing more. We explain how the body actually adapts to training, the risks of overtraining, and why “more isn’t better” when it comes to performance.Beyond training, we talk about pursuing passions with intention, balancing ambition with relationships, and why long-term success in fitness (and life) comes from patience, structure, and self-awareness.If you're a high achiever, this is for you.

In this episode, we introduce The Free Speed Method, a goal setting framework built around identity, focus, and accountability. Learn how to plan 2026 with clarity, create goals that fit your life, and build momentum without burnout.

On this week's episode of the free speed podcast, we are back after a little bit of a hiatus due to travel and moving out of Australia. We talk about the trip we took that explored the east coast of Australia, the chaos of moving out of Australia and how we are currently travelling Southeast Asia before heading home.

On this week's episode of the free speed podcast, we have our friend Filip Kolodziej, exercise physiologist, PHD student and endurance coach to discuss how to optimize your training using scientific principles for endurance athletes. Whether you're training for a marathon, triathlon, or just want to understand the science behind exercise-driven data, this episode will give you the tools to become a better athlete.

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of endurance not just as a physical trait, but as a mental and emotional force that drives high achievers to push beyond limits in every area of life. From relationships to business to personal growth, endurance is often what separates those who succeed from those who quit too soon. However, often endurance pushes you further from balance. We explore the fine line between grit and grinding yourself down, and why knowing when to let go is just as important as pushing through. This conversation will challenge you to inspect the areas in your life where you might be enduring for the wrong reasons and how to be more intentional and effective with where and how you apply your strength. If you're someone who prides yourself on your ability to "just keep going," this episode is for you.

In this week's episode, we dive into our main takeaways from moving across the world to Australia. Ten months ago, we packed up our lives in Canada and started fresh on the Gold Coast. Now as we prepare to leave, we’re reflecting on the biggest lessons this chapter has given us. This episode is a mix of raw honesty and gratitude, a reminder that growth often hides in discomfort, and that every season has something to teach. Built on intent.

On this week's episode we sit down with Ben Haldon; coach, business owner & creator. He opens up about realizing he didn’t need to chase being a pro Hyrox athlete and the maturity that came with letting go. We dive into downward gratitude and how hardship can become the launchpad for future growth. From honesty in relationships and surrounding yourself with people who make you feel alive, to the tension between striving for more and being satisfied with where you are - this is a conversation on memories, mortality, and being loved for who you are, not just what you do. We hope you enjoy.

This week on the Free Speed Podcast, we break down our full Sunshine Coast Marathon experience. From fuelling and mental prep to the game plan that got us to the finish line, we dive into the strategies that helped us push through the kilometres that made us want to quit. We share the highs, the lows, and the lessons learned from one of the ultimate tests of endurance. We don’t know when our next marathon will be, but we know we’ll be back. If you’ve been thinking about signing up for a race, we hope this episode gives you the nudge to commit, trust the process, and make yourself proud.

On this week's episode of the Free Speed Podcast, it's 3 days before our first marathon at the Sunshine Coast and we’re breaking down everything from our race strategy and fuelling plan to the new Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4’s we’ll be rocking on race day. From training for 16 weeks to dialing in nutrition, pacing, and mindset, we’re taking you behind the scenes of how we’re preparing to take on 42.2 km for the very first time. Whether you’re training for your own race or just curious what marathon prep really looks like, this one’s for you.

We started Free Speed with two $100 mics on our bed. Now we’re sitting in a studio with 6K cameras. But the part no one sees? The hours of unpaid work, the stress, and the constant “what if this doesn't work out?”In this episode, we talk about the reality of building a self-made brand at 24: the pressure, the burnout, the toll on mental health, and why we keep showing up anyway.Free Speed was never about followers. It’s about impact, community, and proving to yourself that you’re capable of more than you think.Follow Free Speed on IG: @thisisfreespeedFollow Tash & Cal on IG: @builtbytash & @calvinfoglerBUILT ON INTENT.

In this episode, we sit down with Lockie Welch - mental health speaker, podcaster, triathlete, and founder of Big Love Clothing Co. From a dark chapter of drug addiction, overdose, and suicidal thoughts to finding purpose through movement, community, and self-work, Lockie’s story is raw, real, and incredibly powerful. We talk the path to recovery, identity, and what it means to take your pain and turn it into purpose. One of the most honest conversations we’ve had. Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of drug use, overdose, and suicide.

In this episode, we sit down with Ollie Moore: creator, coach, hybrid athlete, and founder of MOOREFIT - to talk about what it really takes to build your dream life. From rural England to creating one of the fastest-growing hybrid communities in Australia, Ollie shares the behind-the-scenes of building something with purpose.We dive into identity as an athlete and creator, burnout, staying true to yourself online, and how he's learned to trade short-term wins for long-term impact. This one’s for anyone chasing more; and doing it on their own terms.

Often the most overlooked part of training is training smarter rather than harder. In this weeks episode we dive into the importance of keeping training seasons year round and how redlining your body too often can lead to burnout, injury or plateaus.

After a 4-week break, we’re back. Free Speed has officially entered a new era. In this episode, we unpack the rebrand, the vision for where we’re headed, and why this isn’t just a podcast anymore. It’s the start of the biggest hybrid community in the world.

In this episode, we break down how we feel 6 months in after moving to Australia from Canada- what’s surprised us, what’s stretched us, and where we’re at now — from trying (and failing) to find our groove with work, training, and social circles, to navigating the uncomfortable stages of growth. We get honest about the Hierarchy of Competence and how living abroad has forced us through every phase, from clueless to capable.

Training alone builds discipline. Training with others builds momentum. We dive into why your environment matters, how the right people elevate your performance, and what real community looks like in sport. Plus: a look at brands like BPN vs. Gymshark, and the future of Free Speed.

This week, we break down Calvin’s first Olympic triathlon in Byron Bay, Australia — the training build, race day details, what went well, what didn’t, and the biggest takeaways from each leg. No fluff, just a real look at what it’s like to take on a new challenge and what we’re learning along the way.

In this Free Speed Advice Session, we’re answering your Instagram questions—from staying motivated through injury to making training fun again when it starts to feel like a job. Plus, Tash made the switch from Apple Watch to Garmin, we started taking actual supplements (and feel like new humans?!), and we share a quick life update. Let’s get into it.

This episode is all about self-awareness—how you communicate, how your environment impacts you, and when it’s time to make a change. We break down key takeaways from The Diary of a CEO podcast with Jefferson Fisher and how it shifted our perspective on communication. We also dive into knowing when to slow down in training—especially when it starts affecting your relationships. Tash opens up about her ongoing health struggles (low iron, constant fatigue) and the need to find a real solution. Plus, we get into the power of negativity and why surrounding yourself with the wrong energy can hold you back. If you’ve ever felt stuck, misunderstood, or unsure if it’s time to switch things up—this one’s for you.