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PEP Talk

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by Nico Lightbody

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Podcast Overview

🎙️ Welcome to PEP Talk – hosted by Mercedes and Nico, a trail-running couple navigating the highs and lows of training, racing, and real life. We're not just partners in life; we're also coach (Nico) and athlete (Mercedes), and we’re here to explore what it means to train like an elite while living like regular people. From performance optimization and injury management to the mental game and community building, we talk openly about the realities behind the miles - the good, the gritty, and everything in between.

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Recent Episodes

June 24, 2026

Ep. 34 - Kusam Klimb Recap, Nine Peaks & Western States Preview

Mercedes recaps an action-packed weekend of racing the Kusam Klimb trail race and tackling Nine Peaks mountain climbing adventure. Nico gives an update on how his training is progressing, and we break down the top contenders heading into Western States as the excitement builds for race weekend.

June 12, 2026

Ep. 34 - The Coaster Marathon Race Recap!

Join Nico and Mercedes as they recap Mercedes' recent trail race at the Coaster Marathon on BC's Sunshine Coast. They break down how the day played out, share their impressions of the race and the surrounding area, and explore how the experience helped Mercedes reconnect with her 'why' and rediscover the joy of racing. <ul><li><a href="https://www.thecoastermarathon.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">The Coaster Marathon</a></li><li>Bri Sullivan's Substack Post - <a href="https://substack.com/home/post/p-201011318" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">"It's Just a Joke". Okay. But What Is It Actually Doing?</a></li></ul>

June 5, 2026

Ep. 33 - The Coaster Race Prep, TMB Tips & Training Updates

In this episode, we dive into Mercedes' preparations for the upcoming Coaster Trail Marathon, answer a listener's question about tackling a TMB adventure, and share plenty of insights, lessons, and stories throughout the conversation. <a href="https://www.thecoastermarathon.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">The Coaster Marathon</a><a href="https://www.sunnyrunning.co/password" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Sunny Running Co.</a>

35 total episodes available

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What is PEP Talk?: 🎙️ Welcome to PEP Talk – hosted by Mercedes and Nico, a trail-running couple navigating the highs and lows of training, racing, and real life.

We're not just partners in life; we're also coach (Nico) and athlete (Mercedes), and we’re here to explore what it means to train like an elite while living like regular people. From performance optimization and injury management to the mental game and community building, we talk openly about the realities behind the miles - the good, the gritty, and everything in between.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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