Welcome back to In My Opinion - a podcast series by Sweat Elite Founder Matt Fox. In this episode the topics discussed are:  * A chat with SECA Co-Coach Clara Evans about improving from 2:29 to 2:25 in the Marathon. * Ekiden and massive events relating to broadcasting rights * Matt's personal take on the more popular podcasts in the the running space. * Three interesting training sessions you can do if you coach yourself. * Reasons for joining a coach (not the program). * The case for HVMN Ketone-IQ, not relating specifically to running performance. Send Matt an email on [email protected] with any thoughts or questions. The workouts of the week: Any Distance Workout: 3km Threshold, 1.5km Threshold, 8 x 1min on (1min off), 8 x 30sec on (30sec off). Recovery otherwise: 2min walk. Half Marathon Specific Workout: 2*3km @ HM effort, 2*2km @ HM goal pace, 2*1k at 10km effort. Recovery: 2min jog Marathon Specific Workout: 35km with 10km warm up, 10km of 1km @ Marathon effort (1km float), 5km moderate, 6km of (1km on/1km off), 4km easy cool down. Join us over at: Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweat-elite-coaching.com/clara-evans