In this third Delirious WEST 2026 check-in, I catch up with the ever-thoughtful Eve Knudson, and honestly… this is one of those conversations that reminds you why we run.

Fresh off the Three Inch race, Eve shares how a day that “wasn’t meant to be a big deal” turned into one of those magic runs where everything just clicks — the legs feel good, the pacing makes sense, the fueling works, and suddenly you realise… maybe the training is actually working.

We talk about the power of simple consistency, why Eve has stopped getting caught up in Strava comparison, and how doing less (but regularly) is often more than enough when your goal isn’t to win — it’s to keep showing up and enjoying the process.

There’s also plenty of real-life honesty: summer heat in WA, holiday routines, mental fatigue, getting lost on trails, strength training avoidance (very relatable), and the logic gymnastics of spending $18 on coffee but hesitating over a gym membership 😂.

As Delirious WEST creeps closer, Eve’s focus is clear: keep running a few times a week, train smart in the heat, avoid comparison traps, and stay excited. No pressure. No overthinking. Just steady, joyful forward motion.

A beautiful reminder that you don’t need to do everything — you just need to keep doing something.

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In this third Delirious 2026 check-in, I’m sitting down in person with Nikki Frost while she’s home in Tasmania for Christmas — which means plenty of giggles, real talk, and a very honest training update.

Since we last spoke, Nikki tackled the Mount Buller Skyrun 46km and, while her fitness and strength are clearly trending in the right direction, nutrition is still the big question mark. She shares what happened when the throwing up kicked in again, how close she came to a DNF, and why having her brother Ben crewing made all the difference in getting her to the finish line.

We talk elevation, effort, gastric reflux, experimenting with sports nutrition (hello maple syrup gels), and why speed isn’t actually the trigger everyone assumes it is. Nikki also reflects on what this means for her Delirious W.E.S.T. journey — spoiler: the distance doesn’t scare her, but fuelling over multiple days absolutely matters.

There’s also a first test of brand-new running poles on the Walls of Jerusalem trails, some upcoming race plans on the horizon, and an unexpected star of the episode: Cocoa Pops as a pre-run fuel strategy (Santa-approved 🎅).

It’s an open, funny, and thoughtful check-in about learning your body, staying curious, and keeping perspective when things aren’t quite dialled in yet — with plenty of confidence that Nikki is building something strong for the long haul.

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 is an invitation to meet yourself with gentle presence: mirror yourself with kindness. Stand in front of a mirror - not to critique, but to see. Notice your posture, your expression, and the quiet strength behind your eyes. Then soften. Smile. And offer yourself a kind thought - something as simple as, “I’m here. I’m trying.

And that’s enough.” This is not about appearance - it’s about acknowledging the person looking back at you. Your story. Your resilience. Your softness. Let the mirror become a moment of connection - not judgement.

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

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In this second Delirious WEST 2026 check-in, I sit down with Kylie Bell just weeks after she finished the Ultra-Trail Kosciuszko 100-miler — and wow… this one was an adventure.

Kylie shares what it was really like out on the course as conditions went from sunny to savage: extreme winds strong enough to blow runners off walkways, sideways hail, snow crossings in running shoes, relentless rain, and a final climb where safety became the only priority. At one point, runners were literally holding onto each other just to stay upright.

We talk about moving through fear and panic when things feel out of control, including a moment where Kylie — still recovering from pneumonia — had to calm herself mid-race and keep going. There’s also a powerful reminder here of how important preparation, mandatory gear, and smart decisions are when conditions turn.

Despite everything, Kylie finished strong, placed 4th in her age group, avoided blisters entirely (even in snow!), and came out of the race feeling surprisingly good — a testament to experience, patience, and listening to your body.

We also chat recovery, Christmas with no rigid training plan (on purpose), gear that actually lasts, simple trail fixes (hello cable ties), and what really matters when you’re this deep into an ultra journey.

This is a brilliant, honest conversation about resilience, adaptability, and why Delirious WEST will feel very different after what Kylie has already faced.

Delirious WEST event Website – https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/

Event Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

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In this second check-in with Delirious WEST 2026 athlete Matthew Farrand, we catch up just a week out from Christmas — and honestly, things are ticking along beautifully.

Matthew describes his last month as “average”… which quickly turns out to mean consistent, strong, and quietly confidence-building. He’s stacking weeks in the high-70km range, ticking off strength, hills, speed work and long runs, and feeling his endurance come together without feeling trashed.

We chat early-morning running routines, managing training around family life, and why getting runs done before the day begins just works. Matthew also shares his thinking around breaking long builds into blocks, using a January ultra as a smart training milestone rather than grinding nonstop all the way to April.

There’s plenty of runner-nerd goodness in here too — from blister management kits and pole practice (urban runners, you’ll relate), to destination long runs along the Thames, running through foot tunnels under the river, and soaking up the history that comes with exploring London on foot.

This is a calm, grounded check-in that shows what sustainable ultra prep really looks like: patience, planning, curiosity, and enjoying the journey.

🎧 A great listen if you’re building quietly, trusting the process, and learning to enjoy where training can take you — literally and mentally.

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 brings you back to centre - shift your weight side to side. Stand barefoot if you can, feet hip-width apart, and gently sway from left to right. Feel the subtle adjustments in your body as you transfer your weight - how your feet respond, how your core engages, and what muscles quietly support you.

There’s no need for rhythm or pace—just let your body explore the feeling of balance in motion. This simple movement grounds you, calms scattered energy, and reconnects you with the physical sensation of being here.

It’s a quiet, centring practice you can return to anytime you need to feel steady again.

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

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In this second check-in with Delirious WEST 2026 athlete Craig Jeffrey, we dive straight into one of Australia’s toughest mountain races — the Kosciuszko 100 miler — and unpack what it really takes to keep moving forward when conditions (and your body) aren’t playing nice

Craig shares a raw, honest race debrief covering brutal alpine winds, unexpected snow crossings, stomach battles, sore knees, smashed toenails… and still finding moments of flow late in the race.

This is a conversation about experience, self-trust, and learning to race yourself — not the clock, not the field.

Get ready for:

•🌬️ Running in 100km/h winds on exposed alpine walkways

•❄️ Snow fields, sleet, and freezing rain at 2am

•🧂 A classic ultra mistake (hello salt tab 🤢) — and the lesson it delivered

•💪 Why Craig felt strongest in the last 40km

•🦶 “Runner’s toe” (yes, it’s a thing) and why toenails are overrated

•🧠 Racing at 3/10 effort — and trusting that it’s enough

•❤️ Why movement, sunlight, and being told “well done” actually matter more than we think

Craig finished Kosci in 26 hours 46 minutes in seriously tough conditions — and somehow still sounds calm, curious, and grateful.

A brilliant reminder that ultra running isn’t about forcing… it’s about patience, perspective, and putting one foot in front of the other.

🎧 Perfect listening if you love long trails, big thinking, and athletes who race with their heads and their hearts.

Delirious WEST event Website – https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/

Event Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

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In this episode we catch up with Ben Pyman to see how training, mindset, and life are shaping up as he builds towards the 100-mile start line.

Ben shares how Movember became a powerful reset month — shaving off a decade-long beard, running 200+ kilometres, and using the challenge to open honest conversations around mental health and wellbeing. What started as fundraising quickly turned into something much deeper.

We also dig into the nuts and bolts of Ben’s training:

•What consistency really looks like for him

•How structure (without perfection) has changed his running

•Using ChatGPT to build an 18-week training framework

•Why breaking big plans into small chunks matters

•His goals for Delirious WEST (and why finishing in daylight is a BIG motivator)

Plus, we get delightfully nerdy about:

•Shoes (road vs trail, Tarkines, beach sections)

•Blisters, gaiters, and keeping sand out of shoes

•Gear overthinking vs simple problem-solving

•Why the last finisher deserves just as much respect as the first

This is a relaxed, honest, very real conversation about doing the work, staying flexible, and remembering why we run in the first place.

🧭 You’ll hear Ben talk about:

•Running ~213km in November and what that unlocked

•His current weekly structure (easy runs, long runs, parkrun, trails)

•A-goal of ~36 hours for the 100 miler

•Balancing planning with adaptability

•Training through summer heat and the silly season

•Why joy, curiosity, and adventure still matter

Whether you’re training for an ultra or just trying to stay consistent through a busy life — this one will land 💛

LINKS from the episode:- You can also donate to Ben’s Movember Fundraiser until the end of December - https://movember.com/m/benpyman?mc=1 And the crowd favourite, everyone wants - a link to the blister lady’s website (Rebecca Rushton) - https://www.blister-prevention.com/

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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