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TFTV ft. Mel Hodges (Bermagui Run Club)
Episode 86

TFTV ft. Mel Hodges (Bermagui Run Club)

Tales from the Valley Podcast

July 15, 20251h 20m

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Show Notes

This week, Sam & Katie catch up with Mel Hodges — founder of the Bermagui Run Club and a passionate community builder on the South Coast. Mel first laced up while working a desk job in Canberra, and since then has completed four half marathons and is now deep into training for her debut Sydney Marathon.

We dive into:

  • Her 28km long run from Narooma to Dalmeny

  • How she's balancing strength work, run programming, and nutrition

  • Getting coaching certified and supporting others in her club

  • What it’s like growing a coastal run community, with Bermagui Run Club meeting Sundays at 7am from Honorbread for 2.5k or 5k options.

Also in this episode:

  • Katie reflects on her Hyrox recovery and a tough knee update.

  • Sam logs his biggest week back, hitting 105km with 12x400s, a hilly tempo, and some longer intervals — all while shaking off a cold.

Café Kit of the Week:

  • Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 – Mutant White

  • Asics Glideride Max w/ custom insoles

  • Nike Pegasus Plus

Round the Club Shoutouts:

  • Alex Bui – Wollongong Track Club

  • Rede Carney – JT Running

  • Will Page – Never Lazy Run Club

  • Frances Matters – Bermagui Run Club