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...

Episode 448 – MM Tip 160: Hand Movement Meditation

by Michelle Frost | Mar 6, 2025 | podcast

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...

Episode 447 – Todd Crush – Running Through Darkness and Into Freedom

by Michelle Frost | Mar 5, 2025 | podcast

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...

Episode 446 – Delirious Athlete Check In 5 – Glen Smetherham: Adapting, Cycling, and the Final Stretch to Delirious West

by Michelle Frost | Mar 4, 2025 | podcast

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...