Episode 457 – Glen Smetherham: Pain Management, Pastry Myths & Strategic Planning for Delirious West

by Michelle Frost | Mar 25, 2025 | podcast

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...

Episode 456 – Melissa Gregory: The Final Countdown to Delirious West – Calm, Confident, and Ready

by Michelle Frost | Mar 24, 2025 | podcast

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...

Episode 455 – MM 162: The Five-Finger Trace

by Michelle Frost | Mar 20, 2025 | podcast

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...

Episode 454 – Gabe Alves: Lessons from a 90K Training Simulation & Final Race Prep for Delirious West

by Michelle Frost | Mar 18, 2025 | podcast

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...

Episode 453 – Andy and Del Thompson: Racing, Recovery, and Final Preparations for Delirious West

by Michelle Frost | Mar 17, 2025 | podcast

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...

Episode 452 – MM Tip 161 – Mindful Stairs Climbing

by Michelle Frost | Mar 13, 2025 | podcast

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...