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All things mental and physical health! You’ll find in-depth interviews with runners as we delve into why they run and what keeps them running. And interviews with specialists on the brain and the effects of exercise on it – chemically and physically. Plus tips to keep you moving with a positive mindset.. So much goodness
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Thursday Mar 09, 2023
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners!
Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be sharing one simple (short) tip each week that you can implement in your life immediately - if you use just one or two of these tips each day science tells us you’ll be less stressed and happier and who doesn’t want that? :)
Come on what have you got to loose?
It's time to create your own Mindful Moments :)
Todays tip - Find five different textures in your environment…
You’ll find an ebook with 24 Simple Mindfulness strategies on my website - https://fitmindfitbody.co/books/
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
In this episode of the podcast Bron Ballantyne talks about how she found running in the last few years (after a couple of knee operations!) and just what it’s done for her life.
Bron and her husband are medical professionals who have always practiced and promoted the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Now that they are both runners, Bron says it’s been a fabulous opportunity for them to spend time together away from the pressures of work and family
“Running has taught me so many lessons - if you think you can’t, you must” ~ Bron Ballantyne
Bron has always been a driven busy person - from nursing and nursing administration to the mum of a Brady bunch and the founder of multiple businesses, the newest of which is Life Coaching!
Link to Bron’s Facebook profile if you’d like more info about her Life Coaching - https://www.facebook.com/bron.ballantyne
Bron’s Tips - Just Do it - start small and every day/week increase a little.
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners!
Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be sharing one simple (short) tip each week that you can implement in your life immediately - if you use just one or two of these tips each day science tells us you’ll be less stressed and happier and who doesn’t want that? :)
Come on what have you got to loose?
It's time to create your own Mindful Moments :)
Todays tip - Correct your posture when you notice it’s causing any pain or discomfort…
You’ll find an ebook with 24 Simple Mindfulness strategies on my website - https://fitmindfitbody.co/books/
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Just a year ago 22 year old Michael Rowcroft was on drugs and homeless! Luckily he found his way into rehab (Tumbelin farm) and there he discovered running! Michael has since run a couple of trail ultras and has decided to challenge himself with a very long run as a charity event to raise funds for Tumbelin farm! He plans in April to run a fastest Known Time (FKT) on the Lavender Federation Trail which is 325km starting in Murray Bridge going to Clare, South Australia! If you can support this young man to complete this challenge and raise funds and awareness of this fantastic service that would be amazing - here is the fundraising page: https://gofund.me/6683ff0d
A promo video for the challenge - https://youtu.be/4wPPqD2gDmoMichael finds that running helps him to quieten his thoughts and ultimately find peace and serenity - he can’t imagine not running now!
Michael’s Tips - choose a distance and then run/walk, find your groove and get a decent pair of sneakers and blister socks. Remember that in trail running its not about coming first.
Thursday Feb 23, 2023
Thursday Feb 23, 2023
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners!
Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be sharing one simple (short) tip each week that you can implement in your life immediately - if you use just one or two of these tips each day science tells us you’ll be less stressed and happier and who doesn’t want that? :)
Come on what have you got to loose?
It's time to create your own Mindful Moments :)
Todays tip - Follow the movement of your hands as they do mundane tasks…
You’ll find an ebook with 24 Simple Mindfulness strategies on my website - https://fitmindfitbody.co/books/
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
In this episode of the podcast ultra runner Stephen Redfern shares some of his running journey. He started running 9 years ago and within the first 12 months he had run an ultra marathon (or two!). He literally hasn’t stopped running since :)
Listening to Stephen you can hear the passion he feels for distance running of all sorts - from track to road and trails! Last year he competed in a 52 day race in New York, where the aim of the race is to complete 3100miles over that 52 days. In the podcast Stephen describes how that event unfolded for him and what he learnt from it.
As Stephen says in the podcast, running has made him content and happy - something it can do for all of us :)
Stephen’s 24 hour event in Sydney - https://southernsydney24hourultra.com.au/
Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race - https://3100.srichinmoyraces.org/
An article on the Barkley Marathons - https://www.runnersworld.com/races-places/a26750827/barkley-marathons-faq/
Stephen’s Tips - Don’t go too hard into it - easy yourself in but be committed. Go out and just enjoy it and then set some achievable goals. Make sure you have the right shoes and be open to suggestions while still adjusting it to what works for you.
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners!
Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be sharing one simple (short) tip each week that you can implement in your life immediately - if you use just one or two of these tips each day science tells us you’ll be less stressed and happier and who doesn’t want that? :)
Come on what have you got to loose?
It's time to create your own Mindful Moments :)
Todays tip - Write down three things you’re grateful for in that moment …
You’ll find an ebook with 24 Simple Mindfulness strategies on my website - https://fitmindfitbody.co/books/
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
In this episode Adelaide nurse Michelle Hanlin explains how running has almost taken over her life :) Michelle not only runs ultra distance trails, she also regularly volunteers, crews and is a race director! Obviously she just can’t get enough :)
Michelle is a high energy, enthusiastic person who just loves to run and be involved in running!
Michelle shares some very interesting tips including the benefit of panty liners in your bra - who knew?! LOL
She’s also found that being fitter makes her nursing easier.
And she loves that she has met some really cool people, explored some amazing places and makes healthier chooses in her life as a result of starting to run :)
Michelle’s Tips - Get fitted for a good pair of running shoes, prepare your running gear the night before and learn what jeffing is (walking and running)
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners!
Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be sharing one simple (short) tip each week that you can implement in your life immediately - if you use just one or two of these tips each day science tells us you’ll be less stressed and happier and who doesn’t want that? :)
Come on what have you got to loose?
It's time to create your own Mindful Moments :)
Todays tip - Notice something beautiful about each person you see…
You’ll find an ebook with 24 Simple Mindfulness strategies on my website - https://fitmindfitbody.co/books/
Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
In this episode of the podcast Rob Donkersloot shares his Mind Focused Running theories with us and how he uses them in his running and coaching. Rob talks about the benefit of mediation not just in ultra running but also in everyday life!
This is a fascinating conversation for anyone wanting to tap into the benefits of mindfulness/mediation in their running. Is it time to slow down to go faster/further?
Rob went from being an unhealthy, stressed out marketing guy with his own business to coaching runners in meditation and mindfulness - basically polar opposites! What made him make this life change about 15 - 20 years ago? Listen to the podcast to find out…
Here's a bunch of links to the cool stuff we spoke about:-
Rob's Coaching website - https://mindfocusedrunning.com/
Rob's coaching Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/mindfocusedrunning/
The Competitive Buddha, Jerry Lynch - https://www.amazon.com.au/Competitive-Buddha-Leadership-Buddhism-Self-Improvement/dp/1642505897
Kay Bretz (book) - https://turningright.com/
Sri Chinmoy - https://au.srichinmoycentre.org/meditation_centres
Martin Fryer - https://www.aura.asn.au/standing-in-the-hall-of-fame-martin-fryer/
Grahak Cunningham - https://www.celebrityspeakers.com.au/speakers/grahak-cunningham/
Rob’s Tips - Combine/work on your mindset and your physicality when starting to run, let go of competitiveness, it’s a long term journey.
“Peace begins when exception ends.” ~ Sri Chinmoy ~