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/

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In this Delirious W.E.S.T. 2026 check-in, I sit down with the wonderful Gabe Alves, who has had—hands down—one of the most honest and powerful training months of the entire series.

Gabe walks us through his experience at Feral, a race that started brilliantly for him… until it didn’t. Physically, he was flying. The climbing strength, the pacing, the hills, the timing — everything was lining up for his best Feral yet. But then the mental load of a tough year caught up with him, and the second half of the race became a battle with looping thoughts, emotional overwhelm, and the kind of mental crash only ultra-runners truly understand.

This episode covers:

• When your legs feel great but your brain taps out

• How life-stress can empty your “resilience tank” before you even start the race

• The power of pacers, support crews, and someone to break you out of a mental loop

• Why physical fitness alone isn’t enough in a miler

• Post-race recovery, fragility, and the slow climb back

• What Gabe’s learned — and how he’s preparing smarter for Delirious 2026

It’s raw, real, and incredibly relatable. And honestly? These are the conversations runners need to hear.

Big love to Gabe for showing up with such honesty — there’s gold in this episode for every ultra-runner who’s ever hit the “why am I doing this?” moment.

Delirious WEST event Website – https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/ Event Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

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In this month’s Delirious W.E.S.T. 2026 athlete check-in, we head all the way to London to catch up with our one and only non-Aussie runner, Matthew Farrand — who’s juggling dark winter mornings, school drop-offs, and some seriously solid training momentum.

Matthew shares how his fitness is quietly (and satisfyingly!) building — those long runs now feel easier and the patella niggle that haunted him in August has settled right down. He talks about the mental side of ultra prep too…the boredom voice, the planning, the “where should I run this weekend?” puzzle, and why exploring new neighbourhoods keeps him motivated.

We chat about:

• Why dull training is good training 🥳

• The magic of watching your long-run threshold creep higher

• The reality of running in pitch-black European winter

• Family sacrifices (breakfasts missed, routines shifted)

• His hill-sprint misadventure called “Hell Hill” — thanks, kids!

• How the distance from Northcliffe to Albany equals running from London to Liverpool 🤯

Matthew’s attitude is grounded, funny, and completely relatable — and he’s quietly stacking the consistency that’ll carry him all the way to that 200-mile start line.

It’s a good one, friends. Enjoy this peek into an athlete building his base brick by brick. Delirious WEST event Website – https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/ Event Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

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This week’s mindful moment invites you to bring presence into one of the tiniest, most ordinary actions: take a breath before you pick something up. Whether it’s your phone, a bag, or a kid’s toy, pause for just a moment before lifting. Place your hand on the object, feel its shape, and take one slow breath. Notice your intention—are you rushing, reacting, or moving on autopilot?

Then pick it up slowly, feeling your body engage and your breath stay steady. This simple pause turns an everyday movement into a grounding check-in, reminding you that you’re allowed to move through your day with more softness and awareness.

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 (hello@zenrun.club ). 💛 Want running to feel lighter again?

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👉 zenrun.club — come run happy.

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In this check-in, Sym Mercer is back — fluoro shirt, big smile, and casually juggling triathlon training while preparing for a 200-mile ultra. Yep… just your average Delirious athlete. 😉

Since our last chat, Sym has thrown herself into Harvey Bay 50 — a swim-ride-run triathlon she signed up for after a classic dose of peer pressure and a well-timed “early bird ends tonight!” email. We talk through her ocean swim comeback (first 1km since 2008!), road-bike PTSD from the 350km Raid 100 adventure, and why the 9km run leg will feel like a holiday compared to everything else.

Sym also shares what it’s like training out west in 40-degree heat, navigating tiny six-lane pools full of kids, doing sweaty life-runs after massive work days, and how washing running gear in the shower is basically an Olympic sport. We chat about heat vs cold training, travel days disguised as endurance sessions, and how sometimes the run is simply the reset you need after “a lot of peopling.”

She’s feeling strong, consistent, and deeply human — training by feel, doing what she can, and trusting the process as Delirious edges closer. And yes, she promises no falling off bikes and absolutely no sharks. 🦈😂

Such a grounded, honest update from one of our favourite colourful characters.

Delirious WEST event Website – https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/ Event Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

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In this first Delirious W.E.S.T. 2026 check-in, I catch up with the always-positive Kylie Bell — and wow, she’s had a month! From tackling a tough gravel marathon in the Stirling Ranges (complete with nearly 900m of vert and a sneaky brush with dehydration) to bouncing back from pneumonia, Kylie has had her share of plot twists.

We chat about the mental side of training when things don’t go to plan, her stair-repeat session at Shazza’s (462 steps… she’s counted!), why time-on-feet matters more than chasing monster weekly kilometres, and the pure grit that keeps ultrarunners showing up even when life throws a spanner in the works. Kylie also shares her simple approach to strength training, her plan heading into Ultra Trail Kosciuszko, and her hilarious “beer credits” system for post-race holidays.

She might feel underdone, but honestly? She’s tougher than she gives herself credit for — and we’ll all be cheering her on.

Delirious WEST event Website – https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/ Event Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

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 (ZenRUN.club) or send me an email - Hello @ zenrun.club

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This week’s mindful moment brings a little fun and nostalgia into your day: do a movement you loved as a child. Think back to how you used to move—skipping, spinning, rolling down a hill, or running just because it felt good. Choose one of those simple, playful movements and bring it back for a few minutes today.

It’s not about exercise or performance—it’s about joy, freedom, and reconnecting with the pure, instinctive way your body loves to move. Let yourself laugh if it feels silly—that’s part of the magic. This kind of mindful play helps you shake off tension, reset your energy, and rediscover a little lightness in your day.

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 (hello@zenrun.club ). 💛 Want running to feel lighter again? Join the ZenRUN Club — a chill space where progress happens without pressure. Get simple plans (coming soon), guided runs, and a crew who actually gets it.

👉 zenrun.club — come run happy.

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In this first Delirious 2026 check-in, I catch up with the ever-entertaining Bianca O’Neill — ultra runner, full-time legend, and queen of keeping it real. After juggling her aged care prac, study dramas, and 3am runs (yes, really), Bianca admits it’s been a tough month — but she’s still smiling, learning, and laughing her way through it all.

We chat about the juggle of life, the guilt of not training enough, and the reality that sometimes, “tapering” just means shifting where your energy goes. Bianca also shares her secrets for blister-free feet (involving Squirrel Nut Butter and Creepers), her go-to ultra snacks (hello, ham and cheese toasties 🥪), and her plans for Feral 100 and Delirious 200.

It’s honest, hilarious, and full of wisdom for any runner balancing big goals with real life.

Why You’ll Love This Episode: 💬 The truth about burnout, guilt, and trying to “fit it all in” 🥪 Bianca’s go-to race nutrition (and her 24-toastie record!) 🦶 How she preps her feet for 200 miles of madness 💤 Why rest might just be the secret weapon for your next race 🔥 What’s next on her calendar — Feral 100, Six Inch, and Delirious West

Delirious WEST event Website – https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/ Event Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

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 (ZenRUN.club) or send me an email - Hello @ zenrun.club

Don't miss an episode of the ZenRUN Podcast. Subscribe to the podcast on your podcast player :)

💛 Want running to feel lighter again? Join the ZenRUN Club — a chill space where progress happens without pressure. Get simple plans (coming soon), guided runs, and a crew who actually gets it. 👉 zenrun.club — come run happy.

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