Episode 577 – 2026 Delirious Series – Sym Mercer: Training with a Bung Hip, Big Attitude, and 13 Weeks to Delirious WEST

by Michelle Frost | Jan 20, 2026 | podcast

In this Check-In 3 episode of the Delirious WEST 2026 series, I catch up with the wonderfully tough and straight-talking Sym Mercer – who is deep in the messy middle of training… with a not-so-cooperative hip. Since we last spoke, Sym’s training took an unexpected...

Episode 576 – MM – 205 – Put on something slowly and deliberately

by Michelle Frost | Jan 15, 2026 | podcast

This week’s mindful moment invites you to slow down a simple transition: put on something slowly and deliberately. Whether it’s your socks, a jacket, or your favourite jumper—take your time. Notice the texture of the fabric, the way your body moves into it, and the...

Episode 575 – 2026 Delirious Series – Craig Jeffrey: Cold Miles, Big Blocks & Going “Asleep” Into Delirious | Check-In 3

by Michelle Frost | Jan 14, 2026 | podcast

In this third check-in with Delirious WEST 2026 athlete Craig Jeffrey, we dive deep into what long-term ultra preparation really looks like – not just the kilometres, but the thinking behind them. Craig shares stories from icy Christmas runs along the Hudson River...

Episode 574 – 2026 Delirious Series – Boring Is Brilliant – Gabe Alves on Consistency, Grit, and Doing the Work

by Michelle Frost | Jan 13, 2026 | podcast

In this Delirious WEST 2026 Check-In 3, I catch up with Gabe Alves as the countdown suddenly drops into the “oh wow… this is actually close” zone – 13 weeks to go 😬. Gabe shares what the last couple of months have really looked like – and spoiler alert – it...

Episode 573 – MM – 204 – Listen for Silence Between the Sounds

by Michelle Frost | Jan 8, 2026 | podcast

This week’s mindful moment invites you to tune into something often overlooked: listen for the silence between the sounds. Whether you’re inside or out, begin by noticing the sounds around you—traffic, birds, voices, footsteps. Then shift your attention to the pauses...