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Episode 433 - MM Tip 156 - Mindful Walking with a Purpose

This week’s mindful moment is about mindful walking with a purpose. Choose a destination—whether it’s your mailbox, a nearby park, or a simple loop around your home—and fully immerse yourself in the act of walking. Feel the sensation of your feet meeting the ground, the rhythm of your breath matching your steps, and the details of your surroundings. Notice the textures, sounds, and even the breeze on your skin.

 

By walking with purpose and awareness, you can turn an everyday activity into a grounding and meditative experience.

 

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Episode 432 - Delirious Athlete Check In 4 - Darlene Dale: Problem Solving, Planning, and Powering Through Delirious Prep

In this episode, Darlene Dale reflects on the ups and downs of preparing for the Delirious West 200-miler. Despite facing plantar fasciitis and post-Christmas indulgences, Darlene’s commitment to her training shines through. From using online running groups for advice to embracing cross-training sessions like pool laps, she’s finding creative ways to stay active and recover smartly.

 

Darlene also shares lessons from her recent True Blue Ultra experience, where she adjusted her race goals to prioritise health and long-term readiness. Her practical tips on managing gear, like using waist belts for easy access during long runs, and problem-solving on the fly will resonate with ultrarunners at all levels.

 

Key Highlights:

• Managing plantar fasciitis with taping, recovery tools, and advice from running communities.

• Completing pool workouts for low-impact training and endurance building.

• Lessons learned from adjusting her True Blue Ultra goal from 75K to 50K to manage foot issues.

• Practical gear tips, including organising essentials for efficiency during races.

• The importance of problem-solving and flexibility in ultramarathon preparation.

 

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Episode 431 - Delirious Athlete Check In 4 - Stuart Rainbow: Adventures, Adjustments, and Pushing Forward to Delirious West

This week, we reconnect with Stuart Rainbow, who shares his approach to balancing ultramarathon training with life’s unexpected twists. From navigating knee niggles to practicing sleep setups in his car, Stuart’s commitment to the Delirious West 200-miler shines through. With double-day workouts in full swing and evening hikes with weighted packs, he’s refining his strategies for race day.

 

Stuart opens up about the mental hurdles of long solo runs, the importance of consistent training, and the fun quirks of ultrarunning, including fuelling stops at McDonald’s and a newfound love for flavoured milk. Despite setbacks, he remains focused on the bigger picture: reaching the Delirious start line in peak condition and tackling unfinished business on the course.

 

Key Highlights:

• Overcoming knee issues and adapting training plans with smarter recovery.

• Double-day sessions: running in the morning, hiking with a weighted pack at night.

• Mental prep for ultramarathons, including the challenge of staying motivated on solo long runs.

• Experimenting with gear and fine-tuning logistics for Delirious West.

• The lighter side of training: fuelling with flavoured milk and using aid station stops to test nutrition.

 

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Check out the Delirious WEST event - https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/
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Episode 430 - MM Tip 155 - Create a Mindfulness Bell

This week’s mindful moment is about creating a mindfulness bell to bring awareness into your day. Set a gentle reminder on your phone or computer to chime at random intervals. When it sounds, pause for a moment, take a deep breath, and reconnect with the present. Use this as a cue to check in with yourself, notice your surroundings, and embrace a moment of calm. 

This practice helps weave mindfulness into your routine, offering regular opportunities to reset and refocus.

For more mindfulness ideas, head over to our ebook with 24 Simple Mindfulness strategies: https://fitmindfitbody.co/books/

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Episode 429 - Delirious Athlete Check In 4 - Glen Smetherham: Rolling with the Challenges and Preparing for Delirious West

In this episode, we reconnect with Glen Smetherham, who reflects on a busy holiday season filled with ups and downs as he continues his training for the Delirious West 200-miler. Glen opens up about managing a heel and ankle niggle from a recent mishap in the garage while still finding ways to maintain consistent training. He shares insights from a unique overnight run challenge, where he and a friend visited multiple 24-hour stores, making gut training a fun and creative endeavour.

Glen also discusses the mental and physical challenges of balancing injury recovery, lower training volume, and the preparation needed for multi-day events. With a pragmatic approach, Glen emphasises planning for potential problems, staying flexible, and making the most of every training opportunity.

Key Highlights:

• Managing a heel and ankle injury while maintaining weekly mileage.

• Overnight 70K run challenge with stops at 24-hour stores for stomach and mental training.

• The importance of flexible, minimalist planning and preparing for potential gear failures.

• Strategies for recovering after long runs and handling mental fatigue.

• Balancing humour and practicality to stay focused and motivated.

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Episode 428 - Delirious Athlete Check In 4 - Gabe Alves: Tactical Training, Trail Insights, and Keto Comebacks

In this episode, Gabe Alves reflects on his progress as he tackles the final stretch of preparation for the Delirious West 200-miler. Fresh off a 10-day holiday at Cone Beach, Gabe recounts running daily on the Bibbulmun Track, using the opportunity to explore key sections of the racecourse and build mental clarity for race day.

Gabe shares how he’s embracing barefoot running in training to strengthen his feet, integrating hikes to prepare for the event’s unique demands, and making strategic dietary changes, including a return to a keto-based diet to manage inflammation and boost endurance. With new gear tests and an emphasis on maintaining pace and health, Gabe’s approach is practical, insightful, and inspiring.

Key Highlights:

•Daily runs on the Bibbulmun Track during a holiday at Cone Beach to familiarize himself with key race sections.

•Incorporating barefoot running into his training for stronger feet and better recovery.

•Plans to tackle a 50K training run on the Yaburu course, filmed for community inspiration.

•Returning to a keto diet to reduce inflammation and support endurance goals.

•Insights into the mental and logistical challenges of ultrarunning, including night running and gear prep.

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Subscribe to follow Gabe’s journey and hear more stories from Delirious athletes. Have tips for fueling on keto or tackling multi-day events? Share them with us – we’d love to hear your thoughts!

Check out the Delirious WEST event - https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/
Event Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

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Episode 427 - MM Tip 154 - Mindful Technology Use

This week’s mindful moment focuses on mindful technology use. Take intentional breaks from your devices and become more aware of how you interact with technology. Notice how screen time impacts your mind and body, and set boundaries to create space for presence and connection.

By using technology mindfully, you can reduce distractions, foster deeper focus, and create a healthier relationship with your digital life.

For more mindfulness ideas, head over to our ebook with 24 Simple Mindfulness strategies: https://fitmindfitbody.co/books/

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Episode 426 - Delirious Athlete Check In 2 - Kevin Matthews: From Pilates to Parkruns, Prepping for Delirious West

In this engaging episode, we reconnect with Kevin Matthews, who’s incorporating some exciting changes into his training regime as he prepares for the Delirious West 200-miler. Kevin shares his newfound love for Pilates, which has become a cornerstone of his strength and recovery routine. By replacing double daily runs with Pilates sessions and gym work, he’s noticing improvements in his performance and resilience.

Kevin recounts his success at the Six Inch Trail Marathon, where his revised training approach led to one of his best finishes in recent years. With a mix of high-mileage weeks, 24-hour parkrun adventures, and a focus on strength training, Kevin is proving that adaptability and consistency are key to ultramarathon success.

Key Highlights:

•The benefits of adding Pilates and strength training to an ultra training plan.

•A top-10 finish at the Six Inch Trail Marathon, attributing success to smarter, balanced training.

•Insights into preparing for multi-day events, including gear management and pacing strategies.

•Kevin’s humorous and insightful take on staying motivated and healthy in the lead-up to Delirious West.

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Subscribe to hear more about Kevin’s journey and insights from other Delirious athletes! Share your tips for cross-training or maintaining motivation during ultra prep – we’d love to hear from you.

Check out the Delirious WEST event - https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/
Event Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

https://fitmindfitbody.co/podcast/

Episode 425 - Delirious Athlete Check In 3 - Stuart Rainbow: Hiking, Holidays, and Gearing Up for Delirious

In this episode, we check in with Stuart Rainbow as he balances holiday fun and family time with his training for the Delirious West 200-miler. Speaking from his caravan at Lake Epilogue, Stuart shares how water sports and time with family are adding excitement to his holiday season. Despite the festivities, he remains committed to his training, integrating daily runs, hikes, and even sand conditioning into his routine.

Stuart reflects on his preparations, including testing new gear and learning from past experiences. With his double-day workouts ramping up, Stuart’s focus is on staying injury-free, refining his approach to long-distance running, and ensuring his equipment is ready for the challenge ahead.

Key Highlights:

•Holiday training in Lake Epilogue and Bonny Doon, blending fun with focus.

•Preparing for double-day workouts and adapting to a structured training plan.

•Testing new shoes, gaiters, and backup gear to optimise performance and minimise risk.

•Emphasising the importance of hiking and cross-training in ultra preparation.

•The mental and physical challenges of training in summer heat.

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Subscribe to hear more updates on Stuart’s journey to Delirious West and follow along as we share tips and inspiration from our incredible athletes! Got questions about ultra preparation or stories to share? Let’s connect!

Check out the Delirious WEST event - https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/
Event Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

https://fitmindfitbody.co/podcast/

Episode 424 - MM Tip 153 - Observe Animals Mindfully

This week’s mindful moment invites you to observe animals mindfully. Whether it’s watching your pet, birds in the park, or even the quiet movements of insects, take time to notice their behaviours and rhythms without judgment. Pay attention to their unique patterns and how they interact with their environment.

By tuning into the lives of other living creatures, you can deepen your connection with the natural world and enhance your sense of mindfulness and appreciation for life’s diversity.

For more mindfulness ideas, head over to our ebook with 24 Simple Mindfulness strategies: https://fitmindfitbody.co/books/

Help us spread the mindfulness:

1️⃣ If you're enjoying our podcast, please leave a like and review. Your support helps others discover the joy of mindful running.

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