FitMIND FitBODY Podcast !!
Welcome to FitMIND FitBODY, the podcast where we explore the running journey and its profound impact on our mental health. Join us as we interview runners, uncovering their motivations for starting and continuing their running practice. Discover the positive mental health outcomes of running and gain valuable mindful movement tips. Lace up your sneakers, tune in, and embark on a transformative journey through the world of running.
Let’s talk about exercise and your mind…
Check out the latest episodes of the FitMIND FitBODY Podcast.. We’d love to hear from you – if you’d like to be a guest or would like us to interview anyone in particular or to would like to suggest a topic send us a message here 🙂

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





