From phosphate dust in Nauru to the trails of Western Australia—and even a 200-miler past Stonehenge—Alexis Oosterhoff has taken the scenic (and slightly insane) route into ultra running.

In this episode, Alexis shares: •How a casual desire to run a marathon at 40 was nearly derailed by a cancer diagnosis •Why he traded in a private plane for a pair of trail shoes •His love of raw, unmarked ultra races (hello, GPX-only navigation and fields full of barking farm dogs) •What drives him to run events like an 18-day stage race in Spain and the 24-4-ME Challenge to raise awareness for ME/CFS •His deep connection to the WA running community—and his take on what really makes someone a runner

Plus: tips for beginners, the importance of volunteering, and why Alexis believes trail running makes us all better humans.

💬 “For me, running’s not about beating others—it’s about being better than I was yesterday.”

🔗 AURA (the Australian Ultra and Trail Running Association) - https://www.autra.asn.au/ 🔗 24-4-ME Challenge fundraiser - https://gofund.me/d1a981e2

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This week’s mindful moment adds a playful twist: do a task with your non-dominant hand. Whether it’s stirring your tea, brushing your teeth, or opening a jar, switching hands interrupts your routine and demands your full attention. It feels awkward—maybe even a little clumsy—and that’s the point.

You have to slow down, concentrate, and notice every small movement. This simple shift wakes up your brain, grounds you in the present, and turns an ordinary task into a real-time mindfulness practice. Embrace the messiness and see what you learn—not just physically, but mentally too.

Spend just five minutes with this practice, and see how it can bring calm and clarity to your day.

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. 2️⃣ Have a story or know a runner who'd be perfect for our podcast? Reach out to us on Facebook/Instagram or email (Michelle @ FitMINDFitBODY .co ).

💛 Looking for more running motivation?

Check out ZenRUN Club (https://zenrun.club/) —a low-pressure space for runners of all levels. With simple training plans, guided runs, and monthly challenges, it’s all about stress-free progress and community support. Come join us when you’re ready!

This week’s guest is 15-year-old Juliet King, and trust me—this is one episode that’ll leave you speechless, smiling, and maybe a little bit teary.

Juliet started running at the age of four alongside her mum and hasn’t looked back. Despite a hip condition that kept her out of team sports, Juliet found freedom and purpose on the trails. She ran her first ultra at 10 years old, finished the grueling Margaret River 80k at 11, and hasn’t stopped chasing finish lines since.

In this episode, you’ll hear: 👟 How Juliet went from running with her mum to pacing her in 100+km events 🥇 The grit it took to finish her first ultra and the mental battles she fought through 🏞️ Why the Larapinta Trail Stage Race at 14 was her favourite (and the easiest!) 🏀 How she’s now balancing competitive basketball with her running roots 🎯 Why her goals include events like Tarawera—even if she has to wait until she’s 18 🧠 What she’s learned about mindset, pacing, and supporting the people she runs with

Juliet’s Running Wisdom: ✅ Break big runs into small sections—it’s easier that way ✅ You don’t have to go fast to go far ✅ Music, inside jokes, and a good head torch can fix just about anything

This is a story of resilience, joy, and what’s possible when you don’t let age—or anything else—limit your dreams. Juliet’s voice is clear, kind, and quietly powerful. We’re lucky to have runners like her shaping the future of our sport.

🎧 Listen now and be inspired!

A couple of BIG favours: 1) please like and review this podcast so more people will discover it :) 2) come on the podcast and talk about your running journey and/or refer someone you’d love me to interview (whether you know them or not :) ) Lets not keep the power of running a secret any more! Hit me up on Facebook/Instagram (FitMIND FitBODY) or send me an email - Michelle @ FitMINDFitBODY .co

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💛 Looking for more running motivation?

Check out ZenRUN Club (https://zenrun.club/) —a low-pressure space for runners of all levels. With simple training plans, guided runs, and monthly challenges, it’s all about stress-free progress and community support. Come join us when you’re ready!

https://fitmindfitbody.co/podcast/