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The ZenRUN Podcast
All things mental and physical health! You’ll find in-depth interviews with runners as we delve into why they run and what keeps them running. And interviews with specialists on the brain and the effects of exercise on it – chemically and physically. Plus tips to keep you moving with a positive mindset.. So much goodness
Episodes
- The ZenRUN Podcast
Episode 179 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 55 - Correct your posture when you notice it’s causing any pain or discomfort…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 178 - Peace is when I’m out there running - Michael Jr Rowcroft
Just a year ago 22 year old Michael Rowcroft was on drugs and homeless! Luckily he found his way into rehab (Tumbelin farm) and there he discovered running!…
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Episode 177 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 54 - Follow the movement of your hands as they do mundane tasks…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 176 - Running has made me content and happy - Stephen Redfern
In this episode of the podcast ultra runner Stephen Redfern shares some of his running journey. He started running 9 years ago and within the first 12 months…
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Episode 175 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 53 - Write down three things you’re grateful for in that moment …
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 174 - When running takes over your life :)
In this episode Adelaide nurse Michelle Hanlin explains how running has almost taken over her life :) Michelle not only runs ultra distance trails, she also…
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Episode 173 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 52 - Notice something beautiful about each person you see…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 172 - If I wasn’t running I’d be dead!
In this episode of the podcast Rob Donkersloot shares his Mind Focused Running theories with us and how he uses them in his running and coaching. Rob talks…
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Episode 171 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 51 - Listen to one sound by nature and one man-made.
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 170 - Have you always wanted to run an Ultra Trail event? What are you waiting for?!
In this episode of the podcast, Ultra Series’ very own Shaun Kaesler shares his massive passion for ultra trail events! Listening to Shaun its difficult to not…
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Episode 169 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 50 - Send a thoughtful message to someone you care about…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 168 - Sarah loves to run and thats all the motivation she needs to head out the door everyday!
In this episode of the podcast energetic Sarah Menzie shares her running journey! When she was 20 she realised that she needed to do something to de-stress…
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Episode 167 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 49 - Breathe in for 3 counts…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 166 - Running behind a wheel-chair has opened up a whole new world for Kylee and Veronika.
In this episode Kylee Davie shares her inspiring journey with daughter Veronika. 14 years ago Veronika was born with a number of conditions, including downs…
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Episode 165 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 48 - Notice one emotion you’re experiencing…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 164 - Running provides both a physical and mindset challenge for those who want it.
In this episode of the podcast Susan Payne shares her love of running! She thrives on challenges in both her work and sport life. Susan is in her 60s and…
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Episode 163 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 47 - Smell something nice- perfume, food, an essential oil or coffee…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 162 - Running gives you the opportunity to be free…
In this episode of the podcast food scientist and mum of two, Jeanette Townsend shares her running journey. We talk a little about how health should be our…
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Episode 161 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 46 - Smile at someone and say good morning…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 160 - As a red head I have to run off the crazy… :)
In this episode of the podcast we talk to Traci Havlik who loved sport and movement so much as a child that she went on and surrounded herself with it as an…
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Episode 159 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 45 - Place your hands on your heart to feel it beating…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 158 - “Take the pressure off and just go for a run!” ~ Fran Mulligan ~
In this episode of the podcast Fran Mulligan gets very raw about some of her mental health challenges and how running (and exercise in general) has really…
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Episode 157 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 44 - Listen to a song and try to hear each different instrument…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 156 - “Running increases your self-efficacy.” ~ Holly Ranson ~
In this episode we hear from Holly Ranson the “ever ready” bunny :) Since she was a child Holly has been pursuing one physical endeavour or another - from…
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Episode 155 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 43 - Blink 5 times and pay attention to this simple movement…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 154 - “Without running my life would be absurd..” ~ David Bailey ~
In this episode we hear from legendary Tassie trail runner, David Bailey. A number of previous guests have referred David to the podcast because he’s such a…
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Episode 153 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 42 - Leave a thoughtful comment on someone else’s social media post - a kind word goes a long way…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 152 - Running gives me my own space!
In this episode Lisa Betts from Devon in the UK shares how she started running a couple of years ago! She started running to support her decision to give up…
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Episode 151 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 41 - Feel the sunshine on your skin…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 150 - Running is a priority in Aub’s life.
In this episode we hear from local running legend, Aub Henricks. He has been running since he was at kid at school and can’t imagine his life without it. Even…
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Episode 149 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 40 - Roll Your Head…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 148 - Running away from anxiety and finding her happy place …
On the episode of the podcast Adele Smith all the way from the UK, shares her running journey. Adele is a teacher in the North West of England (near…
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Episode 147 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 39 - Colours…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 146 - 2 heart attacks, a broken neck & a broken back .. and .. still running!!!
In this episode performance coach, Jason Allie gets very real about his running journey - from a challenging background to a promising running career to career…
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Episode 145 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 38 - Affirm…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 144 - Running puts me in a better place
In this episode of the podcast Damon Sherriff and I chat about his journey with running while drinking coffee out the back of a local cafe (the Cabin in…
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Episode 143 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 37 - Shoes…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 142 - “The human body is a wonderful instrument and it’s designed to move.” Casey Mainsbridge
In this podcast Casey Mainsbridge shares his journey with running and exercise in general. For as long as he can remember he has loved the physical benefits of…
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Episode 141 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 36 - Breathe…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 140 - “Going for a run is so natural.” Josh Harris
In this episode of the podcast Josh Harris shares his running journey from a promising primary school kid to representing Australia! As a 10/11 year old Josh…
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Episode 139 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 35 - A Hug…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 138 - From 175kg to a running addiction!
In this episode Shannon Taylor shares some of his journey over the last 5 years - from weight loss surgery to running a 100k event! He has even turned his…
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Episode 137 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 34 - Drink…
Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be sharing one simple (short) tip each week that you can implement in your life immediately - if you use just…
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Episode 136 - A Rowing/Running/Riding Marathon for a great cause!
In this episode of the podcast we talk to Shane Egan who has set himself a Marathon challenge at the end of the week - 7th October. On Friday he will be rowing…
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Episode 135 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 33 - The Sky…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 134 - Running and Yaffling…
In this episode we have the always “Yaffling” Job Tai. Job, like so many of us “started” running many times in his life but it wasn’t until he was trying to…
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Episode 133 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 32 - Get Grounded…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 132 - From weight loss surgery to running Zen Time.
In this episode Mike Kidd opens up about his struggles with weight loss and mental health (especially connected to grief). At one point last year he and his…
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Episode 131 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 31 - Warm Water…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 130 - 5 kids, weight loss surgery and a life of on and off running
In this episode we go a little off script in a very raw conversation with Yvette Darsaklis. Running has been an on and off activity in Yvette’s life as she’s…
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Episode 129 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 30 - Write it down…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 128 - A sporty family leads to a sporty career…
In this episode of the podcast we hear from Bianca White. Bianca grew up in a very sporty family - they all participate in individual sports or team sports…
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Episode 127 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 29 - Mini-Massage…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 126 - Rosie is 16 years old and loves to run…
In this episode of the podcast 16 year old Rosie Jackson takes us through her thoughts on running and sport in general. Rosie is an articulate young woman full…
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Episode 125 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 28 - Toothpaste…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 124 - Running is a lifestyle choice.
In this episode of the podcast we talk to Tony Darsaklis. Tony is a busy father of 5 who loves running almost as much as his AFL club, the West Coast Eagles!…
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Episode 123 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 27 - Smell your shampoo…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 122 - Reflective Running - Running gives you the space in your life to reflect …
In this episode of the podcast we hear from Aaron Young who only started “running” a couple of years ago while using Triathlons as a path back to fitness after…
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Episode 121 - Mindful Moment Series - Tip 26 - Make your bed…
We all know that we need to be more in the moment - or mindful if you like… especially us busy runners! Welcome to The Mindful Moments series where I’ll be…
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Episode 120 - Running is my antidepressant - as long as I run I’m happy :)
In this episode we talk to Felicity Hoy about her running journey. In her early 20s it was the idea that she might join the police force that actually got her…