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...

Episode 451 – Delirious Crew Chat – Shannon Dale: The Art of Crewing—Supporting an Ultra Runner at Delirious West

by Michelle Frost | Mar 12, 2025 | podcast

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...

Episode 450 – Delirious Athlete Check In 6 – Stuart Rainbow: Final Prep, Blister Battles, and Big Miles Before Delirious West (the shopping episode :p )

by Michelle Frost | Mar 11, 2025 | podcast

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...

Episode 449 – Delirious Athlete Check In 5 – James Sawyer: Reset, Race Prep, and the Mental Game of Delirious West

by Michelle Frost | Mar 10, 2025 | podcast

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...