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.

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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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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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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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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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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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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/

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In this week’s episode, we talk with Sara Safari, a runner, doctor, and mother who embodies resilience and passion for staying active. Sara’s inspiring story takes us from her childhood in Tehran, Iran, to her discovery of outdoor running during Melbourne’s lockdowns, and now to her ambitious goals as a competitive and mindful runner.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Sara’s upbringing in Tehran and how growing up in a vibrant, bustling city shaped her early love for movement and fitness.

• How her passion for medicine and sports led her to Australia, where she specialises in sports medicine.

• Her transformation from a treadmill enthusiast to an outdoor runner during Melbourne’s COVID lockdowns.

• Balancing running with motherhood, including how her kids have become part of her fitness journey.

• Sara’s racing goals, including a sub-1:30 half marathon, her first ultra-marathon, and her venture into triathlons.

• The mental clarity and peace she finds while running and her love of running in the rain.

Sara’s Running Tips and Motivation:

• Small, consistent steps build confidence and endurance.

• Running is as much about mental strength as physical—find moments to reflect and de-stress.

• Set goals that challenge you but align with your passions to keep the journey enjoyable. Follow Sara for more inspiration - https://www.instagram.com/invictus.melbourne/

Why You Should Listen:

Sara’s story is about finding joy in movement, overcoming challenges, and using running as a tool for personal growth and mindfulness. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned runner, you’ll be inspired by her journey of self-discovery and her insights into blending fitness, family, and career.

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