In this powerful wrap-up episode, Mel Gregory shares the full, unfiltered story of her Delirious West journey—from last-minute logistics chaos to emotional lows, stunning trail highs, and a finish line moment that brought everything full circle.

Mel opens up about the unexpected challenges before the start line, including car breakdowns, solo travel, and forgotten snacks. But her ability to adapt and stay mentally strong set the tone for an event that tested her physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

From trailside meltdowns to epic sunrises, and the love of her crew and kids keeping her going, Mel’s story is a deeply moving reminder of what ultra running is really about: connection, resilience, and the moments that change us.

Key Highlights:

•Navigating chaos before the start: border closures, solo travel, and broken-down cars

•Choosing connection over pace: ditching race goals to run with friends

•Her toughest moment: night-time tears, a call to her husband, and finding strength in her kids

•Why Monkey Rock and Friday’s sunrise were unforgettable

•Physical challenges: hip pain, swollen feet, and learning to manage on the go

•The magic of a well-timed pacer, drop bags, and handwritten messages from friends

•The emotional finish: walking in with her kids and husband 💛

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If you’ve followed the Delirious series, this wrap-up is a must-listen. Mel’s story will make you laugh, cry, and believe you can do hard things. Subscribe and share—this one’s from the heart.

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This week’s mindful moment is mindful arm swinging, a simple yet effective way to release tension and connect with your body. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and let your arms hang loosely at your sides. Gently swing them forward and backward, noticing the natural momentum and the way your shoulders relax. As you continue, sync the movement with your breath, allowing each swing to feel more intentional.

This easy practice brings awareness to your body, promotes relaxation, and offers a refreshing reset during your day.

Spend just five minutes with this practice, and see how it can bring calm and clarity to your day.

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In a delightful flip of roles, this episode brings you something special—Michelle Frost is in the hot seat, interviewed by none other than her daughter, Nikki, just days after finishing the epic Delirious West 200-miler. What unfolds is a beautiful, funny, and deeply honest conversation about what it’s really like to spend four days and nights on the trails, chasing dots, dodging frogs, navigating fatigue, and finding strength in unexpected places.

From music that sparked trail dancing to micro-naps while running, Michelle shares the mental highs, the physical challenges (blisters, hello), and the emotional power of community, family support, and the “why” that drove her forward.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever thought “could I?”—Michelle’s answer is “Yes. If I can, you can.”

Key Highlights:

•What it’s like to run for four days straight (and still be smiling!)

•The mental rollercoaster—self-doubt, joy, and music as a mindset shift

•Navigating logistics, gear chaos, and the power of a good crew

•Why she kept going: family support, community love, and a little bit of stubbornness

•Frogs, orb spiders, dirt naps… and the magic of trail friendships

•A fresh take on recovery, resilience, and redefining what we think is possible

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If you’ve been following the Delirious series, this is the heartwarming, laugh-out-loud, inspiring wrap-up you didn’t know you needed. Subscribe, share, and drop a message—Michelle would love to hear your takeaways!

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This week’s mindful moment is mindful water drinking, a simple yet powerful way to bring awareness to an everyday action. Hold a glass of water in your hands and notice its weight, temperature, and even the condensation on the surface. As you take a slow sip, feel the water move across your tongue and down your throat, imagining it nourishing your body with every swallow.

By fully focusing on this small moment, you transform a routine habit into a grounding and refreshing mindfulness practice.

Spend just five minutes with this practice, and see how it can bring calm and clarity to your day.

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In their final check-in before Delirious West, ultra couple Andy and Del Thompson are keeping it real, calm, and kind of hilarious. With their house in full packing chaos, kids to prep for while they’re away, and lists galore, Andy shares their thoughtful, practical, and sometimes cheeky approach to pre-race prep.

This episode covers everything from 5K-a-day fundraising for brain cancer, to managing early signs of plantar fasciitis with tape, to building a camper-van aid station that’s part spreadsheet, part snack shop. They also unpack the new course direction, discuss pacing tips for the notoriously tough Mount Clare section, and share why “four kilometres per hour” is the magic number in race planning.

There’s plenty of banter about hallucinations, dirt naps, and the importance of waking up to coffee, plus a new go-to snack idea: frozen Nutella crepes.

Key Highlights:

•Running 315km in February as part of a daily 5K challenge

•Injury management: early plantar signs & taping hacks

•Camper prep: sticky notes, frozen snacks, and lots of noodles

•Course reversal reflections and pacing strategy insights

•How they plan for crew sleep, night aid stations, and trail hallucinations

•“It is what it is”—why mindset is everything when things get tough

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In this fourth check-in, Big Kev (Kevin Matthews) brings his trademark honesty, humour, and ultra wisdom to the mic as he faces down his sixth Delirious West—aka what he’s dubbed “The Hilly Year.”

Despite battling a cold and a calf injury, Kev is all systems go. From talking about his almost-gold-buckle chase, hilarious misadventures with March flies, and why this reversed course is both brutal and brilliant, this episode is packed with perspective, laughter, and valuable ultra-running advice.

Kev shares how he’s managing final prep with lower weekly mileage, more Pilates, stronger nutrition strategies, and a veteran mindset focused on rhythm, smart pacing, and realistic expectations. Oh, and there’s sparkling water in the mix—because why not?

Key Highlights:

•Calf niggle & head cold recovery just weeks out

•Reflecting on past races, including a sub-70-hour sprint finish chasing a gold buckle

•Thoughts on the course change and why doing Mount Clare twice is no joke

•Advice on fuel, hydration, and caffeinated strip hacks for the night grind

•Laugh-out-loud stories about sparkling water in a soft flask, March fly bites, and climbing terrifying trees

•Kev’s race mantra: “Eat when you should. Snack when you can. Be flexible with the plan.”

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In this final check-in, Stuart Rainbow is all-in for Delirious West—even if it means being stalked by a fox mid-run, gluing his shoes to keep the sand out, and completely reworking his race strategy after a last-minute course change.

He shares the highs of a smooth 75K night training run (with donut aid stations, naturally) and the lows of a brief knee scare that had him resting just weeks before the race. Stuart talks logistics, from jetboils and battery backups to his meticulously reinforced shoes, stitched and Velcroed to fight back against the WA sand.

With a brilliant sense of humour and total commitment, Stuart also reflects on the mental reset the new course demands, why it might be tougher—but better—to tackle the infamous Mount Clare section up front, and how the Delirious community is everything.

Key Highlights:

•12-hour night run feat. fox encounters and servo donuts

•Managing a knee injury close to race day with help from a runner-friendly physio

•Gear upgrades: Velcro-sealed shoes and enough socks to start a store

•Navigating the course reversal and reassessing sleep and pacing strategy

•A heartfelt nod to the volunteers, medics, and other crews who make this race special

•Reflecting on what Delirious means after years of build-up—“Why not make it tougher?”

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Subscribe for race week energy and finish line stories! Have a quirky pre-race ritual or last-minute gear upgrade? Let us know in the comments!

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This week’s mindful moment is perfect for anyone who spends long hours at a desk: a mindful stretch session. Start by rolling your shoulders forward and backward, noticing the tension releasing with each movement. Then, interlace your fingers and stretch your arms overhead, feeling the length in your spine. Finally, gently twist to each side, focusing on your breath and how your body feels.

These simple stretches not only help with stiffness but also bring awareness to the present moment, offering a refreshing reset for your mind and body.

Spend just five minutes with this practice, and see how it can bring calm and clarity to your day.

For more mindfulness ideas, head over to our ebook with 24 Simple Mindfulness strategies: https://fitmindfitbody.co/books/

Help us spread the mindfulness: 1️⃣ If you're enjoying our podcast, please leave a like and review. Your support helps others discover the joy of mindful running. 2️⃣ Have a story or know a runner who'd be perfect for our podcast? Reach out to us on Facebook/Instagram or email (Michelle @ FitMINDFitBODY .co ).

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