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This week’s guest is the energetic, big-hearted Matt Dingjan—a husband, dad of four, small business owner, and now… 24-hour runner! 🏃♂️ But Matt’s story goes way beyond the track.
After hitting rock bottom battling stress, burnout, and alcohol, Matt turned to running as a lifeline. What started with a single run has evolved into marathons, life transformations, and now a massive goal: running for 24 hours straight on a 400m track to raise $100,000 for the Cancer Council’s Relay for Life, in memory of his beautiful mum.
In this powerful and motivating episode, Matt shares:
💥 How running helped him rediscover purpose and rebuild his life
🎯 His preparation for running 24 hours—over 2,000km and 250+ hours of training!
💬 The truth about not always loving running—but loving how it makes you feel afterward
👨👩👧👦 How his running has inspired family and friends to lace up and join him
🚛 How he balances 4am training runs with running his business, Lightning Bin Hire
💛 Why this fundraiser means everything to him
Matt’s Running Wisdom:
✅ Start where you are—progress comes one run at a time
✅ Running can heal more than just your body
✅ Have a purpose bigger than yourself—like fundraising for cancer support
🟨 Support Matt’s 24-hour Cancer Council run: https://www.relayforlife.org.au/fundraisers/mattdingjan/launceston-2025
🟩 Need a skip bin in Northern Tasmania? Check out: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573228869946
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This week’s mindful moment is all about mindful shadow play, a fun and creative way to bring awareness into the present moment. Find a light source, like the sun or a lamp, and observe your shadow. Move your hands, arms, or legs, and notice how your shadow shifts and changes. Play with shapes or simply watch the interaction of light and movement.
This practice sparks curiosity and a sense of wonder, reminding us that mindfulness can be both simple and joyful.
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 his final check-in before Delirious West, Glen Smetherham brings a powerful mix of honesty, humour, and hard-earned strategy to the mic. Despite an ongoing heel injury, Glen has been balancing short trail runs, high-volume cycling on Zwift, and mental prep to ensure he can still toe the start line with confidence.
This episode dives deep into the practical and psychological side of ultrarunning. Glen shares how he’s planning around pain, sleep strategy rituals (complete with melatonin and weighted blankets), and his multi-layered approach to gear, nutrition, and crew support. He even breaks down his sock strategy (spoiler: 10–12 pairs!) and drops an epic opening monologue defending Shannon’s alleged mobile pastry shop.
As Glen puts it, “Adventure doesn’t start until something goes wrong.” Whether you’re racing, crewing, or dreaming about future 200s, this one’s packed with gold.
Key Highlights:
•Opening roast-apology about Shannon’s “car-based bakery” 🥐
•Managing heel pain with logic only an ultra-runner could love
•Gear choices: shoes, socks, and the perfect low-stack “slipper-feel” pair
•The science of sleep extension and how Glen’s prepping to nap like a pro
•Practical aid station hacks, nutrition plans, and watch strategy
•Why this could be his most satisfying Delirious West yet, injury and all
Useful links (& notes from Glen) to some sleep studies:-Sleep Extension before Sleep Loss: Effects on Performance and Neuromuscular Function - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27015382/
NOTES - “Here are a couple of studies that show that it would be beneficial to get at least 6 nights of sleep extension leading up to Delirious. Aiming for an extra hour sleep each night.”
Ultramarathon runners and support crew: The influence of pre-race sleep and training profiles on performance in a 217-km mountain race - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38909481/
NOTES - “Here is the one including support crew”
Manipulating sleep duration perception changes cognitive performance - An exploratory analysis - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32172039/ NOTES - “This study showed that manipulating the perception of sleep duration can impact reaction time (which can translate to improvements in a race like Delirious with the runner being more alert and perception of effort being lower).
Results showed quicker reaction times when participants believed they had 8 hours of sleep after a 5-hour opportunity, and slower times when they thought they had 5 hours of sleep after an 8-hour opportunity.
While this is very different than the much shorter sleep durations than we experience in Delirious, it may still be worth asking your crew to lie to you and tell you that you had a solid peaceful 30mins sleep rather than a broken 10mins, and you woke up looking like a monk who had just meditated on a mountaintop rather than the fact they look like the've just spent the last 10mins in a dumpster wrestling a raccoon.”
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In her final check-in before toeing the start line at Delirious West, Melissa Gregory reflects on a training block that’s left her feeling strong, organised, and—for the first time—injury-free and excited. From back-to-back long runs to downhill training on her local hill (aka the “Friday stress run”), Melissa has fine-tuned both her body and mind for the upcoming 100-miler.
Melissa shares how writing her crew plan made the race feel suddenly very real, why she’s aiming for quick aid station transitions, and how she’s embracing the unknowns of ultrarunning with confidence. She also opens up about the emotional side of racing, including her excitement that her kids will finally see her finish an ultra event.
With her mental game strong, her body prepped, and a bag of snacks (and music) packed, Melissa is ready to take on Delirious West with grace, grit, and a good dose of WA trail magic.
Key Highlights:
•Training confidence from back-to-back long runs and downhill sessions.
•Writing her ultimate crew plan—and getting real about aid station time limits.
•Lessons from past races, including falling apart after lingering too long mid-race.
•How she’s preparing for sleep strategy, music, and mental lows.
•The joy of running on home trails—and finally letting her kids see her cross a finish line.
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This week’s mindful moment introduces the five-finger trace, a simple yet powerful way to calm your mind and refocus. Hold out one hand, palm facing you, and use the index finger of your other hand to slowly trace around the edges of your fingers. Inhale as you trace up a finger, exhale as you trace down.
Pay close attention to the sensations—the feeling of touch, the texture of your skin, and even the ridges of your fingerprints.
This grounding practice is easy to do anywhere and offers a quick way to bring mindfulness into 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 (Michelle @ FitMINDFitBODY .co ).
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In this sixth check-in, Gabe Alves takes us through his biggest training test yet—a 90K race simulation that included heat training, night running, and an important lesson in mid-race recovery. From hitting a massive energy crash at 30K to bouncing back with chocolate milk and lemonade, this was an invaluable test of physical and mental endurance.
Gabe also shares how he’s tackling pre-race niggles, shifting his mindset from high mileage to injury prevention, and finalising crew plans and race-day logistics with his wife, Belinda. With blister prevention strategies, foot care routines, and a fresh new race pack setup, he’s making sure nothing is left to chance.
With just weeks to go, Gabe is reframing his taper, trusting the training, and getting his mind ready for the adventure ahead!
Key Highlights:•90K ultra simulation—practicing sleep deprivation, night running & aid station stops.•Bouncing back from a total energy crash—why patience & fueling saved the day.•Managing a hamstring niggle and adjusting the final weeks of training.•Blister prevention & foot care routines—the importance of pre-race foot prep.•Finalising crew logistics & race strategy with the Delirious Race Bible.•Mindset shift—why he’s focusing on getting to the start line healthy over logging last-minute miles.
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In this sixth check-in, Andy and Del Thompson reflect on their biggest training test yet—the Tarawera Ultra 100K in New Zealand! From navigating a packed race field to experiencing stunning volcanic landscapes (and some serious humidity), this adventure was the perfect lead-up to Delirious West.
They share lessons on hydration, nutrition, and fatigue management, including a tough moment of dehydration that led to some unexpected race-day challenges. Back home, they’ve jumped straight into a “shock weekend” of long runs, balancing recovery and final big-mileage efforts before the taper kicks in.
With their crew plan coming together, an offline navigation strategy locked in, and even a menu of aid station food to look forward to, Andy and Del are gearing up for another epic 200-mile journey.
Key Highlights:•Running the Tarawera 100K—an unforgettable race experience in New Zealand.•Dealing with dehydration mid-race and key takeaways for Delirious West.•Final peak training weekend—hiking, sand running, and night training.•Crew logistics and race planning, including hydration and nutrition strategies.•Excitement vs. nerves—getting mentally ready for the big race ahead.
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This week’s mindful moment is mindful stair climbing, a simple way to bring awareness to an everyday movement. As you walk up or down stairs, focus on each step—how your foot makes contact, the push-off, and the rhythm of your movement. Sync your breath with your steps, inhaling as you lift your leg and exhaling as you step down.
Feel the strength in your legs and the support beneath you.
This practice turns a routine activity into a moment of presence and gratitude for your body’s capabilities.
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:
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In this special episode, we shift the focus from the athletes to the unsung heroes behind the scenes—the crew! Shannon Dale, crew chief for his wife, ultrarunner Darlene Dale, joins us to share what it takes to support a runner through a gruelling 200-mile event like Delirious West.
Shannon shares his experiences from multiple ultras, breaking down the key elements of successful crewing, including organisation, tough love, and knowing when to step in—or step back. From preparing race-day gear bags to managing sleep deprivation and even whipping up mid-race Reuben sandwiches, he covers the highs, lows, and unexpected challenges of being a crew member.
Whether you’re crewing for the first time or a seasoned ultra supporter, this episode is packed with insights, humour, and practical tips to keep your runner moving forward when the going gets tough.
Key Highlights:
•The biggest secret to being a great crew: organisation and planning ahead.
•Tough love vs. compassion: knowing when to push your runner and when to let them rest.
•Food, gear, and aid station hacks—what runners really need in the middle of a 200-miler.
•The importance of community—how crews come together to support all runners, not just their own.
•Managing sleep, logistics, and the unexpected challenges of an ultra event.
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In this sixth check-in, Stuart Rainbow gives us an inside look at his final training block leading up to the Delirious West 200-miler. With a 12-hour run on the schedule, a deep dive into blister prevention strategies, and a heavy focus on gear refinement, Stuart is making sure he leaves nothing to chance.
He shares insights from his latest long runs, including tackling Melbourne’s scorching heat, managing minor knee niggles, and experimenting with new shoe choices after realising his old pair had logged nearly 1,000km! Stuart also dives into his race strategy, the importance of time on feet vs. speed, and the mental shift required to take on a multi-day ultra.
With the countdown officially on, Stuart is ready to embrace the highs, the lows, and the adventure ahead.
Key Highlights:•12-hour training run and the importance of peak mileage weeks.•Dialling in gear—new shoes, blister patches, and gaiters to combat WA’s sandy trails.•Managing heat training and knee concerns while staying race-ready.•The mental prep for 200 miles—why the Delirious mindset is as important as fitness.•Why seeing the sunrise multiple times during the race is both thrilling and daunting!
Stuart’s Video of Delirious 2024 - https://youtu.be/_XfVd7j4jL4?si=f4PWPrmwLQHp3a2uThe Blister Prevention website - https://www.blister-prevention.com/?view=sl-4F3FF98A
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In this fifth check-in, James Sawyer shares his final training push as Delirious West 200-miler draws near. While he’s been balancing a mix of rest, recovery, and focused training, he’s also been crewing for his wife during her Rottness solo swim, proving that endurance runs in the family!
James opens up about the mental side of ultra racing, discussing how long runs and fatigue teach runners to push through discomfort. He reflects on his ninth Yabbaru 50K, which was scorching at 37°C, and why time on feet is more important than speed for a race like Delirious. He also dives into his race strategy, tapering approach, and why he’s never had a blister in his ultra-running career—a rare feat indeed!
With just weeks until the race, James is resetting, refocusing, and getting ready for the challenge ahead.
Key Highlights:•Supporting his wife through her 22km open-water swim while kayaking beside her.•Completing the Yabbaru 50K in extreme heat, focusing on time over speed.•Why mental endurance is the real test in ultra-running.•Final tweaks to gear, pacing, and nutrition before Delirious West.•His unique blister-free secret—a mystery even to him!
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This week’s mindful moment introduces a simple yet effective practice: hand movement meditation. Sit comfortably with your hands resting on your lap, palms facing up. Slowly open your fingers wide as you inhale, and gently close them into a fist as you exhale. Focus on the sensations in your hands—the stretch of your skin, the movement of your fingers, and the rhythm of your breath.
This grounding practice is perfect for a quick reset, helping you find calm and mindfulness in just a few moments.
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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This week, we welcome Todd Crush, an ultra-runner, author, and mental health advocate whose journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Todd’s story isn’t just about running—it’s about survival, resilience, and transformation.
After battling schizophrenia and spending years living in the wilderness, Todd found healing through running. What started as fearful laps around his block evolved into 50-mile races, midnight marathons, and an unwavering commitment to pushing limits. He’s now training for the gruelling Grindstone 100-miler and has two new books on the way to help others navigate their own mental health and running journeys.
In this episode, we dive into:
✅ Todd’s past—how he went from isolation to embracing the running community.
✅ The mental and physical battles he faced running his first 100-mile race.
✅ Why he trains by running 50 miles at midnight on rugged trails.
✅ His philosophy of turning fear into fuel and failure into lessons.
✅ The power of running in silence and being present in the moment.
✅ His upcoming books: Freedom is Running with Nothing Chasing You and Running with Freedom.
Todd’s Running Wisdom:
🏃 Train your mind—the biggest battle is always in your head.
🌙 Face your fears—he went from fearing the dark to running marathons in it.
📖 Your story matters—Todd’s journey proves that sharing struggles can inspire and heal.
Todd’s links:Crushing Impossible Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571303172126
Book - From Beneath the Ice - https://amzn.asia/d/2uWJ4mO
Previous FitMIND FitBODY Episode - https://fitmindfitbody.co/episode-350-running-through-adversity-todd-crushs-journey-to-mental-clarity/
Todd’s story is raw, powerful, and full of life-changing insights. If you’ve ever doubted yourself or faced challenges that felt impossible, this episode will show you what’s truly possible.
🎧 Hit play now and get inspired!
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In this fifth check-in, Glen Smetherham shares how he’s tackling his biggest challenge yet—preparing for the Delirious West 200-miler without running! After a heel and ankle injury forced him to rethink his approach, Glen has fully embraced cycling as his primary training tool, logging nearly 500km and 5,000m of elevation over the last four weeks.
Despite the setback, Glen remains positive, treating this new approach as an experiment to see how well bike training transfers to ultra-endurance. He talks about Zwift training, the importance of maintaining mental resilience, and why a well-prepared crew and a calm mindset will be key to race success. With just weeks until race day, Glen is staying focused on strength work, rehab, and strategic race prep to ensure he gets to the start line feeling strong.
Key Highlights:
•Shifting from running to cycling—why he’s training differently this time.
•Insights into heel and Achilles rehab, including strength exercises and patience.
•How Zwift cycling and elevation work are keeping his endurance high.
•The mental challenge of adapting training while staying race-ready.
•Race prep insights, including crew strategies and aid station efficiency.
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In this fifth check-in, Darlene Dale shares the highs and lows of her training journey leading up to the Delirious West 200-miler. From managing plantar fasciitis to taking an unexpected detour—straight into a fence on a bike ride—Darlene has faced her fair share of challenges. But despite it all, she’s keeping her spirits high and staying focused on smart training and recovery.
Darlene reflects on how she’s adapted her training to heart rate-based running, the importance of listening to her body, and how her meticulous aid station planning will help her stay efficient on race day. With only a few weeks left until the big event, she’s prioritising consistency, gradual load increases, and making sure she doesn’t do anything to risk her start line fitness.
Key Highlights:
•Managing plantar fasciitis with stretching, icing, and careful load management.
•Why heart rate-based training has helped her stay consistent without overdoing it.
•The unexpected bike crash (and why fences should watch out for her next time!).
•Fine-tuning aid station strategy with well-organised bags and quick-change setups.
•Looking ahead to one final training race before the Delirious West start line.
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This week’s mindful moment focuses on balance practice, a simple yet powerful way to cultivate mindfulness. Begin by standing on one foot, using a wall or chair for support if needed. Once you feel steady, lift the other leg slightly off the ground and notice how your body adjusts—your toes gripping the floor, your core activating, and your arms helping you stabilise. Hold the pose for as long as you can before switching legs.
This exercise strengthens your body, sharpens your focus, and offers a fun way to stay mindful throughout 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/
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This week, we sit down with Kevin Walker, a former team sports athlete turned endurance runner, whose journey into the world of ultramarathons is nothing short of inspiring. Kevin didn’t grow up running track or cross country—instead, he was all about basketball, soccer, and even badminton! But after reading Living with a SEAL by Jesse Itzler, his perspective on endurance completely changed.
Since then, Kevin has tackled everything from spontaneous 5Ks to a grueling 50K on a 0.7-mile loop and even last-man-standing ultra events. Now, he’s balancing his passion for running with life as a dad, his career, and his goal of running a race every month this year!
In this episode, you’ll hear:
•How a book inspired Kevin’s unexpected entry into endurance running.
•His wild first ultra—an unsupported 50K for charity.
•What it’s like crewing for ultra races and learning from elite runners.
•His flexible, jump-into-any-race mindset (sometimes with little training!).
•The role running plays in his mental health and coping with life’s challenges.
•His tips for staying motivated, including the “Remember Tomorrow” mantra.
Kevin’s Running Wisdom:
🏃 Stay ready – so you can say “yes” to any race at any time!
🧠 Running is mental – embrace the challenge, and your body will follow.
👟 Lay out your shoes – small habits make getting out the door easier.
Links from Kevin’s Episode (theres a bunch):
Book - Living with a Seal by Jesse Itzler - https://amzn.asia/d/9sDoq4eKevin’s old boss - Jesse Itzler - https://jesseitzler.com/Rich Roll Podcast - https://www.richroll.com/all-episodes/Mel Robbins Podcast - https://www.melrobbins.com/podcastTrisha Smith on breathing - https://drtrishasmith.com/Christie Thomas (Wahoo Running) - https://www.wahoorunning.com/wr/Kevin’s energy is contagious, and his perspective on running is refreshing—whether you’re an experienced runner or just getting started, this episode will leave you motivated to lace up and chase your own adventures.
🎧 Hit play now and get 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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With just weeks to go before Delirious West 100, Melissa Gregory is in full-on juggling mode—balancing school runs, family commitments, and a packed training schedule. In this episode, she shares how she’s adapting her routine, making early morning runs a habit, and leaning into meditation and breathwork to stay grounded through the chaos.
Melissa reflects on an eye-opening long run where she experienced a true “meditative state while running,” proving that mental strategies can be just as important as physical preparation. She also dives into how she’s adjusting her gear, tweaking her training schedule, and preparing for long days (and nights) on the trails.
With early 4 AM wake-ups, creative scheduling, and a mindset shift toward going with the flow rather than resisting discomfort, Melissa is proving that ultra training is as much about adaptability as it is about endurance.
Key Highlights:
•Learning to embrace breathwork and meditation as a game-changer for endurance.
•The power of not resisting discomfort and letting the body find its flow.
•Adjusting to early morning runs and the magic of running before sunrise.
•Fine-tuning gear choices and getting serious about race-day logistics.
•Juggling training with family commitments, school sports, and kids’ birthdays!
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In this third check-in, Kevin Matthews shares his unique approach to training for the Delirious West 200-miler—one that prioritises strength, experience, and efficiency over extreme mileage. While many runners are ramping up their distance, Kevin has taken a different approach, focusing on quality over quantity, strength training, and mental preparation.
He discusses his recent 24 parkruns in 24 hours challenge, the benefits of Pilates for ultra-endurance, and how he’s adjusting his long runs to balance speed and endurance. Kevin also dives into the art of managing aid stations, pacing strategies, and the mental resilience required for a multi-day ultra event.
With a wealth of experience behind him, Kevin reminds us that ultrarunning isn’t just about logging massive miles—it’s about running smart, training efficiently, and showing up on race day ready to endure.
Key Highlights:
•24 parkruns in 24 hours—what he learned from the challenge.
•Why strength training and Pilates have become core parts of his training.
•Balancing quality and quantity—why he’s not doing massive weekly mileage.
•How to mentally break down aid station stops for better pacing and efficiency.
•The importance of walking in ultrarunning and why practicing slow miles matters.
•Nutrition lessons—how to fuel properly at aid stations without overindulging.
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This week’s mindful moment is perfect for anyone who spends a lot of time sitting: gentle chair yoga. Start by sitting at the edge of your chair with your feet flat on the ground. Begin with a seated cat-cow stretch—inhale as you arch your back and open your chest, then exhale as you round your spine and tuck your chin.
Follow this with a seated twist, placing one hand on the opposite knee and gently twisting your torso to look over your shoulder. These simple movements can release tension, improve mobility, and reconnect you with your breath, all without leaving your chair!
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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