TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 46 – BELINDA – CPNZ Media Live

Welcome back to the TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast, where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger.

Team Captain Richard Greer chats with Belinda Farmer, Whaka 100 Race Director. Alongside fellow staff member Mike Cockin, Belinda recently took on a huge challenge — riding the entire Whaka 100 course, complete with aid stations, start and finish line, just like the real thing!

As a passionate mountain biker, Belinda doesn’t usually get the chance to ride on race day, so this was her opportunity to experience firsthand what the athletes go through — 100kms of trails and over 3,000vm of climbing in one massive hit.

Tune in to hear Belinda’s story, the highs and lows of the ride, and her reflections as both a rider and a race director.

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Richard Greer – @ric.greer

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TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 45 – CHARLI – CPNZ Media Live

Welcome back to the TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast, where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger.

In this episode, we’re joined by an incredible athlete from our TeamCPNZ community — Charli Watts. Charli recently took on New Zealand’s longest ultramarathon, The Great Naseby Water Race 200 Miler — a mind-blowing 322 km challenge across 32 laps.

Her performance was nothing short of inspiring:

– New Women’s U30 Course Record

– 57 hours 54 minutes of pure grit

– 1st – Women’s Under 30

– 2nd – Female Overall

– 6th – Overall Across All Competitors

We dive into her journey, the highs and lows of the race, and what it takes to push beyond limits most of us can barely imagine.

Let’s get into it!

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Richard Greer – @ric.greer

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Welcome to the Whaka100 Podcast for 2025, part 2 of this 3-part series is here to help you get to the start line in the best shape possible — so you can have an epic day out on the trails.

Join Richard Greer from TeamCPNZ as we dive into two key areas that can make a massive difference on race day — nutrition and skin care.We are chatting with Marewa Sutherland from PURE Sports Nutrition about fuelling your ride the right way, and with Ben Dickie from That’s It, makers of manuka oil skin care products designed for mountain bikers.At TeamCPNZ, we’re all about helping riders have an awesome Whaka100 experience. Alongside this podcast, we deliver three weekly Zwift group sessions and personalised coaching support to help you prepare. Over the past 6–7 years of working closely with the Whaka100, we’ve gained a deep understanding of what it takes — from riders chasing the podium to those simply aiming to cross that finish line.The goal of this podcast series is simple: to get you to the start line in the best shape possible, so you can have an incredible day out on the trails.👉 If you missed Part 1 on training, make sure you go back and check that out. And don’t miss Part 3, where we’ll dive into mental toughness with sports psychologist Warwick Wood.Here’s the plan:1. Dial in your training (and your bike) = you’ll ride faster.2. Nail your nutrition = you’ll sustain that pace for longer.3. Add a few mental tricks = you’ll be ready to laugh in the face of adversity when those tough moments come.

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Richard Greer – @ric.greer

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Welcome to the Whaka100 Podcast for 2025, kicking off this 3-part series is here to help you get to the start line in the best shape possible — so you can have an epic day out on the trails.

Across the series we’ll cover the big three: Performance, Nutrition, and Mental Toughness.

In this episode, we’re joined by TeamCPNZ Coach Tim Hanson to chat all things training and how to dial in those key sessions that really count.

We’ll also hear from Lachie McKnight, bringing his own experience and insights to the mix. Because let’s be honest — there’s always a point in the Whaka100 where it gets tough. But if you’ve got your training dialled, your nutrition sorted, and a few mental tricks up your sleeve, you’ll be able to push through, ride stronger, and enjoy the reward of that finish line feeling.

So, let’s clip in and get amongst it…

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Richard Greer – @ric.greer

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KATHMANDU COAST TO COAST S7 E2 : POWERED BY CP MEDIA

Season 7 Episode 2 we’re diving deep into two of the epic stages of Coast to Coast – the Kayak and Mountain Run.

On the river : Race Director Glen Currie shares what to expect on race day and how to fine-tune your training for the kayak stage so you’re ready for whatever the Waimakariri throws at you.

On the mountain : Mountain legend Ben Williams takes us on a deep dive into the infamous run. He’s traversed it more times than Richard Greer has eaten custard squares… and trust us, that’s saying something.

Plus : Gus and Richard chat about TeamCPNZ Training Plan Plus – our Coast to Coast-specific coaching programme starting September 2 to get you fully race-ready.

Don’t miss this one – packed with insider tips and expert advice.

#KMDC2C #CoastToCoastNZ #TeamCPNZ #KathmanduCoastToCoast #River #Ridge #Season7 #MultisportMotivation #GetInspired

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Angus Petrie – @thecollabcreative

Richard Greer – @ric.greer

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TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 44 – JESS – CPNZ Media Live

Welcome back to the TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast, where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger.

In this episode we’re catching up with TeamCPNZ athlete Jessica Lamb – mountain goat, adventurer, and nature lover. After three big days in Arthur’s Pass together, Jess shares stories from the trail, the beauty she spotted along the way, and what keeps her moving forward.📌 PLUS community updates:🌼 Spring Bunch Ride & Run – Aug 31🛒 PURE Nutrition now in the members shop (ask your coach for the code)🚴 Backroad26 Bikepacking Adventure – March 19 -22
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Richard Greer – @ric.greer

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TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 43 – TIM – CPNZ Media Live

Welcome back to the TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast, where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger.

For this episode, we are joined by the legendary Coach Tim Hanson!

Tim’s journey has taken him from personal training in NZ, Australia, and Canada, to the corporate world — all while keeping his coaching flame alive. With deep experience in endurance sports like Ironman, the Coast to Coast (both 2-day and Longest Day), road and trail running, and even some mountain biking, Tim brings loads of knowledge and passion to the table.

Join us as we dive into his TeamCPNZ adventures, coaching philosophy, and how he balances it all.

What’s coming up at TEAMCPNZ:

🌼 Welcome to Spring – CP Run & Ride
📍 Halswell Quarry
🗓️ Sunday 31 August
Bring the whole crew for a free run or ride! Our partners will be there, it’s free, and it’s a great way to kick off spring with the CP community.

🛒 TeamCPNZ Member Store Update
Have you checked it out yet? Exclusive to current members and event attendees — this week we’ve added Barracuda Kayaks!
🚚 Free delivery to Christchurch if ordered before 3 August.
👉 Ask your coach for the access code!

🚲 Backroad ’26 – Bikepacking Adventure
🗓️ 30 April – 3 May
Location TBC, but what we do know:
✅ Gravel bike or MTB
✅ Support vehicle (no need to carry your gear!)
✅ Backup vehicle for peace of mind
Get ready for the adventure of the season!

Let’s welcome Coach Tim Hanson to the pod and hear all about his TeamCPNZ weekend down south.

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Richard Greer – @ric.greer

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TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 42 – SARAH – CPNZ Media Live

Welcome back to the TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast, where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger.

Today we drop Part 2 of our World Champs series, this time featuring the amazing Sarah Shanks, who made her debut on the world stage in the Cross Triathlon (swim/MTB/run) after qualifying at Xterra Rotorua — and what a debut it was!

We chat through the heat, the hills, and the hustle of race day in Europe, with Sarah flying the flag for herself, for TeamCPNZ, and for NZ. From the nerves at the start line to the thrill of the finish, it’s a cracking insight into the grit and glory of a World Championship campaign.

Missed Part 1 with Tim Raw and his top-10 Aquabike result? Scroll back and catch up — you won’t want to miss it.

Also happening right now…How’s your Tour de France Challenge tracking? Remember, it’s all about consistency this month. Choose a goal that stretches you — not breaks you — and keep an eye on both distance AND elevation (pro tip: a bit of vert can go a long way up the leaderboard

PS: The TeamCPNZ Members Store is now live!

Packed with deals for coached athletes. It’s password-protected, so flick your coach a message if you need access.

Save the date: Spring Brunch Ride & Run

— Sunday August 31st, Tai TapuMark your calendar and get ready to roll into spring with the crew!

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Richard Greer – @ric.greer

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TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 41 – TIM – CPNZ Media Live

Welcome to the TEAMCPNZ Quick Connect Podcast, where we keep you in the loop, inspired, and part of something bigger.

This episode is a the first in special two-part chat with TeamCPNZ legends Sarah Shanks and Tim Raw, fresh off their Top 10 finishes at the World Triathlon Championships!

Tim returns to the world stage chasing a repeat top 10 in the Aquabike (swim/bike) — a bold goal that made for a seriously exciting result.

For Sarah, it was a first-time experience racing at the worlds in the Cross Triathlon (swim/MTB/run) after qualifying at Xterra Rotorua — and what a debut it was!

We talk travel, training, and throwing down huge performances as they flew from a chilly NZ winter straight into the heat of the European summer — proudly repping themselves, TeamCPNZ, and New Zealand on the world stage.

… how’s your Tour de France Challenge going?

Remember, the key is consistency over the month — pick a goal that’s doable, check your recent Strava stats, and aim for a balance between distance AND elevation. (Hint: Craig jumped from second-last to third just by fixing his vert!)

And don’t forget — our TeamCPNZ Members Store is now live! It’s packed with exclusive deals for coached athletes. Password-protected, so hit up your coach if you need access.

Save the date – Sunday August 31st: Spring Brunch Ride & Run, Tai Tapu

CPNZ MEDIA

Richard Greer – @ric.greer

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@teamcpnz

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