Lisa Weightman
4x Olympic Marathon Runner
Lisa has represented Australia at four Olympic Games while working full time for IBM Consulting, where she provides consulting services and high performance coaching as an Associate Partner.
As a result of her personal best at Osaka Marathon, Lisa banked the qualifying time for selection at what would be an incredible 5th Olympic Games. She has juggled life's commitments between Olympic cycles, whilst working her way through the ranks professionally.
To add to an already full plate, Lisa credits her and husband Lachlan's biggest achievements as having their energetic young son, Peter.
Lisa is coached by renowned sports physiologist Dr Richard Telford, with the day to day operations of marathon training led by husband Lachlan McArthur.
After using the PF 30 Gels to set a personal best (2:23:15) and bank the qualifying time for what would be my 5th Olympic Marathon if selected, I’m excited to work with PF&H as we’ve only just scratched the surface of what is possible.
Notable Achievements
| 2023 | 16th at Marathon World Champs |
| 2021 | 26th in Olympic Marathon |
| 2018 | 2nd in Commonwealth Games Marathon |
| 2017 | 5th at London Marathon |
| 2016 | 16th in Olympic Marathon |
| 2012 | 17th in Olympic Marathon |
| 2010 | 3rd in Commonwealth Games Marathon |
| 2008 | 3rd at World Cross Country Champs |
| 2008 | 33rd in Olympic Marathon |
Key Stats
| Marathon | 2:23.15 |
| Half Marathon | 68:48 |
| 10km | 31:20 |
Lisa's Top Tips
- Align your hydration and fueling strategy with the event conditions
- One plan doesn't suit everyone or every condition so be prepared to tweak accordingly