Last time John Herzfeld told us he was resetting his training for Delirious.Apparently that reset needed another reset. 😂

But now, with the Delirious W.E.S.T. 200 miler getting closer, John has decided it might finally be time for something slightly radical.

A proper roadmap.

In this Delirious West 2027 check-in, we chat about starting again after a few quieter months, finding a rhythm without trying to do everything at once, and John’s developing relationship with strength training.

There’s also some very sensible discussion about motivation, enjoying the process and preparing for a huge ultra.

And then there’s the far more exciting matter of buying new running gear. 😂

🎧 Come and catch up with John as his Delirious journey starts getting properly underway.

Thinking about taking on Delirious West yourself?

If the stories in this series are giving you that little itch to be part of it, have a look at the event details and see whether 2027 might be your year.

Delirious WEST event website –
https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/

Event Facebook group –
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387


💛 Running used to clear your head. Now it’s another thing weighing on it. Let’s change that.

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This practical program helps you quiet the mental noise, drop the pressure, and rediscover running as time for yourself.

Less “I should go for a run.” More “I’ve missed this.”

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