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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 59 - Don’t compare yourself to others…
In this Episode Sarah Bagley shares some of her running journey. She started running because a work colleague asked her to run in a 10 k race - 2 years in a…
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Episode 58 - How to enjoy your running!
In this episode Leanne Evans shares how she started running and why she keeps running. Running on the trails is Leanne’s happy place - she just loves being…
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Episode 57 - If you keep your body moving it’ll keep your mind healthy.
Today we chat with the lovely Carol Harper about her running journey. She loves to stay fit and as a result finds herself doing something most days to move her…
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Episode 56 - Have you ever thought about entering multi-day running events?
In this episode we chat with Kirsten Maplestone about how you go from being a non-runner to an ultra-distance (multi-day) runner. Her fascinating running…
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Episode 55 - “If you get your mind right your body will follow”
In this special episode we chat with Australian ultra running legend, Pat Farmer. Inspired by 65 year old Cliff Young, Pat went from a young apprentice motor…
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Episode 54 - A life of movement with no end in sight … and a whole bunch of infectious energy!
In todays episode we talk to the always moving Mark Padgett. From a young age he was never one to stay still and was a competitive sailor by his teens, heading…
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Episode 53 - When running becomes your business..
In todays episode we chat with the local running shoe store owner Mike Spray. He shares some of his interesting and varied journey, from playing hockey in…
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Episode 52 - Going out for a run and just not thinking is great!
Kylie Butler shares a little of her running journey in this episode. She loves to head to the wilderness and go for a run - taking in the always changing…
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Episode 51 - Running can help you deal with what ever life throws at you!
In the 50th episode of FitMIND FitBODY, physio Sally McLaine shares her inspiring running journey including how running has helped her through a recent cancer…
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Episode 50 - Running when you’re not a runner!
In todays episode Mel Jessup shares a little of her running story. Mel was pregnant during this call - she had her baby in November - a healthy little boy…
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Episode 49 - “Never be disappointed in how fast or slow you run - just keep going and enjoy it.”
In todays episode Deb Pauna shares here running journey. In her own words I’m just a runner, I came out running! Deb’s has conditioned herself to get up and…
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Episode 48 - Theres always going to be someone faster or slower than you, just be happy with what you’re doing.
In this episode Vicky Gunn shares her long running journey. Vicky has run competitively since she was a child, representing Tasmania/Australia a number of…
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Episode 47 - Its the small challenges and goals that build your confidence and inner strength
In this episode Mel Hill shares her running journey with us. As a child it was horse ridding that filled Mel’s days and it wasn’t until she was 22 that she…
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Episode 46 - Running makes you feel younger than you are
In this episode Alwynne McMahon, now in her 60s, shares how she started running at 50 so she could enter the Burnie Ten. Once she got started Alwynne found…
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Episode 45 - Your mind can process a lot of things on a long run.
In this episode we talk to Tamara Webb about her running journey. Tamara didn’t always run, in fact at school she was a ballerina. The discipline she learnt in…
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Episode 44 - A self described plodder
In this episode we hear from Sarah Fawcett who describes herself as a plodder who loves to run (amongst other activities). Although fitness may have been the…
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Episode 43 - Running means you can still play with your kids!
Mum of 4, Amanda Davidson has been active all her life including running to stay fit. In the last few years she has developed a passion for trail running. In…
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Episode 42 - Motivation builds on motivation
Megs Culhane is a mum of 2 fabulous kids, has run a personal training business for 20 years and has been a civil celebrant for 8 years! In this episode she…
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Episode 41 - Don’t compare yourself to someone who’s been running for years!
In this episode we hear from Julie Callahan, all the way from Denver, USA. Julie has run on and off since her thirties, when she tackled her first marathon!…
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Episode 40 - 75 and still enjoying running.
In todays episode John Fawcett shares his love of running with us. At 75, various forms of exercise including running have always been a part of John’s life…
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Episode 39 - David Williams, he is “An Unstoppable Runner”!
In this episode of the podcast we chat with David Williams who recently published a book about his running adventures - its a fascinating read, penned while he…
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Episode 38 - The key to consistent running for Mel is to do it first thing in the morning.
Melinda Ferrier is our guest on todays episode. At one point in Mel’s life the only running she did was to the tearoom for cake! Now she gets excited about…
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Episode 37 - Running is analogous to life - it can be a struggle but it will get better..
In todays episode we hear from another inspiring runner - Julie Sladden. Running has been a constant companion in Julie’s active outdoor life. It has helped…
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Episode 36 - Josh is a young man who runs because he loves being fit.
Josh is the youngest person we’ve had on the podcast so far, at 16! Over the last 3 years he has run regularly over the senior distances at the local racing…
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Episode 35 - A life full of running
Running has always been a part of Emily Stacey’s life - as she says “I wouldn’t be me if I didn’t have running!” It has supported her through a number of…
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A Special BONUS Episode - Finding time for you!
Today we have a very special BONUS episode. Marlies Kort and I talk about how and why its so important to find time for YOU (especially if you’re a mum)! We…
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Episode 34 - Kim is very grateful that running is a part of her life
In todays episode the always smiling, Kim Bugg shares her inspiring running journey! This includes how running has helped her get through many of the…
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Human beings are meant to run - so get moving.
Today we hear from Neena Shah who was born and grew up in Eldoret, Kenya, a town renowned for it awesome runners! In her youth she was a national badminton…
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From rehab to running coach!
In todays episode Brian Lyons shares his really interesting running journey. Brian's life has had many twists and turns, from juggling to aged care to rehab -…
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Running keeps you young and vital.
In this episode of the Podcast we speak to Maria Micallef who was in the middle of the Sydney lockdown at the time of recording! Maria has run most of her life…
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Running with a chronic health condition and making friends!
In todays episode we hear from the inspiring Jo Cowie about what its like to live with a chronic health condition since childhood. 6 years ago, when she was…
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Running has provided focus and energy to Nat’s life!
Natalie Slocombe has been running for 8 years and has taken to it like a duck to water! Initially inspired by her father she has continued her running journey…
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Running improves EVERYTHING
In this episode we hear from the inspiring Louise Padgett. Lou shares her running journey starting with how she got started running as a child, to a…
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Running energises you when you need it.
In this episode I had the delight to talk with the heavily pregnant Paige Wierenga. By the time this episode is published Paige will have had her baby boy :)…
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Running gives you more bang for your buck!
Today we hear from my good friend Colin Smith. As a newish runner his story is full of gems, like how he fits in training with a very busy business/family life…
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Running gives Kelvie time to just BE ... Kelvie.
In this episode Kelvie Lowry shares how as a busy commercial airline pilot he manages to fit in training for marathons. Kelvie may have started running in his…
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Make running something you just do..
Craig Boon has been running ALL his life! He has even moved from a career as an accountant to a career in sports. In this episode he shares a mountain of…
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Do you know what running means to you?
Today I have the delight of bringing to you another of my running coaches - Baz Zwaan. Baz is Marlies Kort’s partner in life and business. They are the…
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Make a commitment with at least one other person to walk/run at least twice a week.
Peter Davies shares his running journey with us in todays episode. Pete has gotten enormous please pleasure from running during his life, and even though he…
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Find a group you like to run with - they will be the reason you keep running.
Today I spoke to John Claridge about his running journey. Johnno tells us about living with chronic fatigue and how regular running has helped keep it (and…
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If you don’t feel like running walk…
In this episode Jan Saunders shares just some of her sporting adventures - many of them after she hurt her back in a work accident! Jan’s stories include multi…
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The ultimate healthy life-style change - Running
In todays episode Chris Ganzer and I talk about what its been like to make some healthy lifestyle changes in the last few years, including starting running!…
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Train slow to run fast!
Today I spoke to Jason Keane about his running journey. Jason hasn’t always been a runner, in fact for quite a few years he didn’t do much exercise while he…
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Marlies Kort - Time to hear from one of my running coaches!
Today I spoke with one of my awesome running coaches - Marlies Kort. Marlies shares a little of her extensive running journey which includes many national…
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Betty Menzies - 77 years old, 2 hip replacements and running - there's no excuse for the rest of us!
Betty Menzies started running when she was 47, she is now 77 and still running and running fast. Betty story is truely inspirational, if Betty is still running…
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Finding a running buddy - Jenny Porter
Jenny Porter joined a walking group that became a running group! Within a short time her and her husband were doing all the fun runs they could - they were…
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Running can be a natural and enjoyable experience if you let it - Vanessa Cullen
Vanessa Cullen has dealt with a lot of adversity in her life. It’s been her love of adventure and fun that have kept her moving and achieving goals. The joy…
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BONUS - The goal - to give out 10,000 yellow socks and have 10,000 conversations while running from Sydney to Melbourne!
This is a very special bonus episode of the FitMIND FitBODY Podcast! Scott Carson and James Short are on a mission to get people talking about how they feel as…
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Create a running habit & don’t get caught up in all the hype - Sharon Gunton
Sharon Gunton has a long history of running that includes 50+ marathons and a few Iron Man triathlons. Sharon shares loads of fascinating stories from her…
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Get started and find a way that will make you accountable - Pete Wierenga
Pete Wierenga was our guest on the podcast today - he talks about how running has supported him through many ups and downs in life (including a family tragedy…
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"When the going gets tough smile!" - Darren Manson
Darren Manson only started running in 2017 and by the end of 2018 he'd run 4 marathons! A supportive running community has been one of the biggest advantages…
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“Running really is for everyone - most people can run..” - Christine Timms
Christine Timms is our guest on the podcast today. Christine shares many cool stories about her running journey, including a ParkRun inside a prison.. A tip…
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More running enthusiasm than you can imagine - Leanne Milsom
Leanne Milsom shares her infectious enthusiasm for running in episode 9. She loves the challenge of running - setting a goal and hitting it! She loves to run…
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She accidentally started running - Anne Davies
In episode 8 Anne Davies shares that she never thought of herself as a "runner". And now she's a regular runner - rarely missing a run with friends from a…
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The road back from injury - Lynnda Coffey
Lynnda Coffey shares her fitness story with us in episode 7. After a recent injury she is on the road to recovery and loving the support/encouragement she…
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Running on peaceful country roads - Annie Loader
In episode 6, Annie shares a little of her running story from the country roads of Tasmania. Annie really enjoys the feeling of being fit that running gives…
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Learning to go easy - you don't have to run every step - Amy Lamprecht
Amy is a local trail running legend. Not only does she run fast she also helps others to reach their running goals! Amy lives and breathes running with an…
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From a smoker to an ultra trail runner - Les Corson
Les is a mad keen ultra trail runner, although he hasn't always been... He loves that trail running is not so much about competition but about being in the…
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Staying fit while living full-time on a yacht - Bev Allen
Running is a large part of Bev's life, so how does she mix her favourite running (trail running) with living full-time on a yacht? Bev was told by doctors she…
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Running as a great way to explore and make new friends in a new place - Bruce Hoehne
Its super cool that Bruce has been able to make new friends and explore a new place because of running! His enthusiasm for everything (including running) is…