Episodes

  • Episode 617 - MM - 218 - Pause at the threshold

    Episode 617 - MM - 218 - Pause at the threshold
    Apr 15 2026

    In this week’s mindful moment, we turn everyday doorways into tiny reset buttons. Pause at the threshold. Each time you walk through a doorway today - at home, at work, even into the fridge for a snack - stop for just a second. Feel your feet on the ground. Notice your breath. Become aware of the shift from one space to another.

    This small act transforms a mindless transition into an intentional one. Doorways are thresholds - not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too. Let them remind you that you can reset your attention and step into the next moment with clarity and presence.

    This small habit can become a quiet anchor in your day - a moment to pause, breathe, and return to the present without needing to stop everything you’re doing.

    Little moments like this add up. And often they’re the beginning of something bigger.

    💛 Want your running (and your headspace) to feel a little lighter?

    If you enjoyed this Mindful Moment, you might love The Running Reset — a simple bundle of guided runs and tools designed to help you clear your mind, reset your rhythm, and fall back in love with running.

    👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/the-running-reset

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    A couple of small favours 1️⃣ If you’re enjoying the podcast, a quick follow, like, or review helps more runners discover it. 2️⃣ Got a running story — or know someone we should chat with? I’d love to hear from you.

    Find me on Facebook or Instagram @ZenRUN.club

    or email hello@zenrun.club

    ⸻

    ✨ Run easy. Run happy.

    ZenRUN Club is a relaxed space for runners who want consistency without pressure — guided runs, simple tools, and runners who get it.

    👉 https://zenrun.club
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    2 mins
  • Episode 616 - From Bike Shop Kid to UESCA Founder - Rick Prince on Endurance, Coaching & Why Fun Still Matters

    Episode 616 - From Bike Shop Kid to UESCA Founder - Rick Prince on Endurance, Coaching & Why Fun Still Matters
    Apr 13 2026
    What happens when a kid who just wanted a motorbike ends up falling in love with endurance sport instead? In this episode of the ZenRUN Podcast, I chat with Rick Prince, founder of UESCA (https://uesca.com/) - the organisation where I completed my Ultra Running Coach Certification last year. Rick shares the story of how a cool red cycling helmet, a job in a local bike shop, and a love of being outside helped shape a lifelong passion for endurance sport. We talk about Rick’s early years growing up in Pennsylvania, racing bikes seriously as a junior, studying kinesiology, and eventually building a business that set out to raise the standard of education for endurance coaches. He explains why he started UESCA, why so many people told him it was a terrible idea, and why he stuck with it anyway - even through those early years when it felt very hard and success was far from guaranteed. We also dive into the world of endurance and ultra sport more broadly - why more people seem drawn to longer events, trail running, gravel cycling and getting off the road and into nature. Rick shares some great insights around challenge, community, social connection, and why getting outside may be more important than ever in a world full of screens, notifications and constant input. One of my favourite parts of this chat is Rick’s honest take on motivation. He talks about the value of having a goal, trying new things when training feels stale, and not being so rigid with ourselves. He also makes a really strong case for occasionally ditching the data, ignoring the Garmin, and going out for a run or ride simply for the joy of it. Honestly, I think a lot of us need that reminder. This was such a fun conversation - thoughtful, practical, and full of little gems for runners, coaches, and anyone who’s ever wondered why we keep choosing hard things on purpose. Why You’ll Love This Episode • The unexpected story of how Rick first got into endurance sport • What led him from cycling and kinesiology to founding UESCA • Why the early years of building a business were so tough • Thoughts on why ultra and endurance sport keep growing • Why trail and off-road sports feel so appealing right now • The power of community in endurance sport • A very honest look at motivation, injuries, stubbornness and burnout • Why sometimes the best thing you can do is leave the data behind and just go Tips from Rick • Have a goal - but it doesn’t have to be a competitive one. • Keep things fresh by trying new events, trails, or even different types of training. • Don’t assume feeling stale means something is wrong - sometimes it just means you need variety. • You do not need to be rigid all the time. • Every run or ride does not need to be about metrics. • Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is go out there, unplug, and do it for the fun of it. Next Big Adventures Rick shares that UESCA is continuing to expand internationally, including translated certifications, and is also developing new specialist courses around self-defence and trail self-autonomy. He’s also launching a new fitness education business, the Academy of Integrated Human Performance, focused on the fitness industry. ⸻ 💛 Want your running to feel lighter again? If this conversation resonated, you might enjoy The Running Reset - a simple bundle of guided runs and practical tools to help you reset your rhythm, clear your head, and reconnect with why you run. 👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/the-running-reset If you’re looking for a little more support with your running, I also offer personalised ZenRUN coaching - simple weekly structure, guidance, and encouragement to help you stay consistent and enjoy your running again. 👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/zenrun-personalised-run-coaching/buy ⸻ 🙏 A couple of big favours 1️⃣ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and review the podcast - it helps more runners discover these conversations. 2️⃣ I’m always looking for runners to interview. If you (or someone you know) has a running story to share, I’d love to hear from you. Find me on Facebook or Instagram @ZenRUN.club or email hello@zenrun.club ⸻ 🎧 Don’t miss an episode Subscribe to the ZenRUN Podcast in your favourite podcast app so new conversations land straight in your ears. ⸻ ✨ Run easy. Run happy. ZenRUN Club is a relaxed space for runners who want consistency without pressure — guided runs, simple tools, and runners who get it. 👉 https://zenrun.club
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Episode 615 - MM - 217 - Watch a candle flicker

    Episode 615 - MM - 217 - Watch a candle flicker
    Apr 8 2026

    This week’s mindful moment invites you to slow down with something beautifully simple: watch a candle flicker. Light a candle and sit quietly for a few minutes, letting your attention rest on the gentle movement of the flame. Notice how it responds to the air, how it dances and steadies. You can let your breath soften to match its rhythm, or simply observe without trying to control anything. If your mind wanders, gently bring it back to the flame.

    There’s something almost hypnotic about this practice—it draws you into the present moment without effort. No complicated meditation technique required. Just a flame, a breath, and your willingness to pause.

    This small habit can become a quiet anchor in your day — a moment to pause, breathe, and return to the present without needing to stop everything you’re doing.

    Little moments like this add up. And often they’re the beginning of something bigger.

    💛 Want your running (and your headspace) to feel a little lighter?

    If you enjoyed this Mindful Moment, you might love The Running Reset — a simple bundle of guided runs and tools designed to help you clear your mind, reset your rhythm, and fall back in love with running.

    👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/the-running-reset

    ⸻

    A couple of small favours

    1️⃣ If you’re enjoying the podcast, a quick follow, like, or review helps more runners discover it. 2️⃣ Got a running story — or know someone we should chat with? I’d love to hear from you.

    Find me on Facebook or Instagram @ZenRUN.club

    or email hello@zenrun.club

    ⸻

    ✨ Run easy. Run happy.

    ZenRUN Club is a relaxed space for runners who want consistency without pressure — guided runs, simple tools, and runners who get it.

    👉 https://zenrun.club
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    2 mins
  • Episode 614 - From Horses to Hundred Milers - Faith Raymond on Finding Running Later in Life

    Episode 614 - From Horses to Hundred Milers - Faith Raymond on Finding Running Later in Life
    Apr 6 2026
    In this episode of the ZenRUN Podcast, I chat with the wonderful Faith Raymond - ultra runner, coach, lifelong animal lover, and the trainer who played such a big role in my own UESCA ultra running coach certification journey. Faith shares her fascinating path from growing up in a tiny town in Massachusetts, to working with horses and veterinarians, to starting college later in life, earning a master’s in oceanography, and then unexpectedly finding running after a tornado devastated her hometown and inspired a community fundraising 5K. That one event changed everything. We talk about how Faith started running later in life, why trail running felt like a natural extension of the freedom she once found riding horses, and how her marathon journey eventually turned into ultra running when she decided that if she couldn’t get faster, she may as well go longer. That path led her to the iconic Vermont 100, a race that means even more to Faith because it combines the worlds of horses and runners in one unforgettable event. She shares the highs, the DNFs, the redemption, and why she’s now approaching the Vermont 100K with a completely different mindset - not just to survive it, but to truly race it. We also get into Faith’s coaching philosophy, especially for women who come to running later in life. She talks honestly about how many runners are still trained like they’re 20, why that often doesn’t work, and how that gap is part of what pushed her into coaching. She shares some brilliant, practical insights around treadmill training, training load, and what really trips people up when preparing for ultras - usually doing too little or far too much. Her Goldilocks-style view of training is one I think so many runners will relate to. There’s also plenty of fun in this one - from coyotes, alligators and snowy Vermont trails, to the realities of training through mud season, and the idea that maybe the best thing a coach can sometimes do is tell you to learn boxing or Taekwondo for a while. But underneath all of it is a beautiful reminder that running doesn’t have to look a certain way to count. Faith’s biggest message is simple and powerful: find the joy. If running feels like punishment, pressure, or a box you think you should tick, it might be time to change the way you’re doing it - or even give yourself permission to do something else for a while. A few great tips Faith shared: • If you’re using a treadmill, start a little slower than you think you should, because the belt controls the pace and you don’t naturally ease off the way you would outside. • One of the best ways to use a treadmill is incline work - for tempo efforts, threshold sessions, and power hiking. • Ultra training is a real commitment. You can’t just wing it, but you also don’t need to go to the other extreme and train like a maniac. • Success in coaching often comes from trusting the process, adjusting expectations when life happens, and learning from the races that go wrong. • To stay motivated, find the joy. Running should add to your life, not feel like another job. You can get more details about Faith’s Run Coaching here - runlongrunstrong.com Here is the link to the UESCA website if you want to explore a coaching certification - https://uesca.com/ ⸻ 💛 Want your running to feel lighter again? If this conversation resonated, you might enjoy The Running Reset - a simple bundle of guided runs and practical tools to help you reset your rhythm, clear your head, and reconnect with why you run. 👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/the-running-reset If you’re looking for a little more support with your running, I also offer personalised ZenRUN coaching - simple weekly structure, guidance, and encouragement to help you stay consistent and enjoy your running again. 👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/zenrun-personalised-run-coaching/buy ⸻ 🙏 A couple of big favours 1️⃣ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and review the podcast - it helps more runners discover these conversations. 2️⃣ I’m always looking for runners to interview. If you (or someone you know) has a running story to share, I’d love to hear from you. Find me on Facebook or Instagram @ZenRUN.club or email hello@zenrun.club ⸻ 🎧 Don’t miss an episode Subscribe to the ZenRUN Podcast in your favourite podcast app so new conversations land straight in your ears. ⸻ ✨ Run easy. Run happy. ZenRUN Club is a relaxed space for runners who want consistency without pressure — guided runs, simple tools, and runners who get it. 👉 https://zenrun.club
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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • Episode 613 - MM - 216 - Trace your hand with your breath

    Episode 613 - MM - 216 - Trace your hand with your breath
    Apr 1 2026

    This week’s mindful moment is beautifully simple and deeply grounding: trace your hand with your breath. Place one hand palm-up and slowly trace the outline of each finger with the index finger of your other hand. Inhale as you move up a finger, exhale as you move down. Continue around your whole hand, then switch sides.

    This tactile practice gently links breath and body, giving your mind something steady to focus on. It’s especially helpful when your thoughts feel busy or scattered. In just a few slow breaths, you can come back to centre—using nothing more than your own two hands.

    This small habit can become a quiet anchor in your day — a moment to pause, breathe, and return to the present without needing to stop everything you’re doing.

    Little moments like this add up. And often they’re the beginning of something bigger.

    💛 Want your running (and your headspace) to feel a little lighter?

    If you enjoyed this Mindful Moment, you might love The Running Reset — a simple bundle of guided runs and tools designed to help you clear your mind, reset your rhythm, and fall back in love with running.

    👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/the-running-reset

    ⸻

    A couple of small favours

    1️⃣ If you’re enjoying the podcast, a quick follow, like, or review helps more runners discover it. 2️⃣ Got a running story — or know someone we should chat with? I’d love to hear from you.

    Find me on Facebook or Instagram @ZenRUN.club or email hello@zenrun.club

    ⸻

    ✨ Run easy. Run happy.

    ZenRUN Club is a relaxed space for runners who want consistency without pressure — guided runs, simple tools, and runners who get it.

    👉 https://zenrun.club
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    2 mins
  • Episode 612 - Taper, Trail Talk and the After Party - Eve Knudson’s Delirious WEST Check-In 6

    Episode 612 - Taper, Trail Talk and the After Party - Eve Knudson’s Delirious WEST Check-In 6
    Mar 31 2026

    In this Check-In 6 episode of the Delirious WEST 2026 series, I chat with Eve Knudson just two weeks out from the big event. Eve shares how her final training block has gone - including a tough 32km end-to-end where water ran out before the cafe stop, a slow and steady heritage marathon effort, and the deep fatigue that seems to arrive right on cue when taper begins. She talks about testing her full race pack, finding a vest that finally feels like a second skin, and learning that some of the hardest training days are often the most valuable.

    We also get into the real stuff that happens this close to race day - tired bodies, overworked brains, little niggles, race planning spreadsheets, drop bags, wet wipes, socks, crew logistics and all the tiny details that suddenly feel very important. Eve shares how training with Brian has helped them learn how to support each other when one of them is low, and why that gives her so much confidence heading into race day.

    What I loved most about this chat was Eve’s honesty. She’s tired, she’s ready, and she knows Delirious is going to be hard - but she also knows exactly why she keeps coming back. Community, nature, shared suffering, those magical aid stations, and the joy of seeing people do big brave things all come up in this conversation. And yes… we also talk about the after party, showers, foot washing, and the dream of actually staying awake long enough to enjoy the celebration this time.

    This one is such a lovely mix of practical prep, race nerves, humour and heart. If you’re deep in your own taper, or just love hearing how ultra runners think in the final stretch before an event, you’ll really enjoy this chat.

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

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

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    💛 Want your running to feel lighter again?

    If this conversation resonated, you might enjoy The Running Reset - a simple bundle of guided runs and practical tools to help you reset your rhythm, clear your head, and reconnect with why you run.

    👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/the-running-reset

    If you’re looking for a little more support with your running, I also offer personalised ZenRUN coaching - simple weekly structure, guidance, and encouragement to help you stay consistent and enjoy your running again.

    👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/zenrun-personalised-run-coaching/buy

    ⸻

    🙏 A couple of big favours

    1️⃣ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and review the podcast - it helps more runners discover these conversations.

    2️⃣ I’m always looking for runners to interview. If you (or someone you know) has a running story to share, I’d love to hear from you.

    Find me on Facebook or Instagram @ZenRUN.club

    or email hello@zenrun.club

    ⸻

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    Subscribe to the ZenRUN Podcast in your favourite podcast app so new conversations land straight in your ears.

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    40 mins
  • Episode 611 - Consistency, Caffeine and Countdown to Delirious - Ben Pyman Check-In 5

    Episode 611 - Consistency, Caffeine and Countdown to Delirious - Ben Pyman Check-In 5
    Mar 30 2026

    We are getting very close to the Delirious WEST 2026 start line, and in this check-in Ben Pyman is sounding calm, thoughtful and ready to get on with it. We chat about his biggest theme this year - consistency - and how a solid stretch of steady training has given him confidence heading into race day. Ben shares how his taper is unfolding, what he’s learned from last year, and how he’s keeping things simple with self-crewed drop bags, careful caffeine planning and a very practical approach to race prep. There’s also plenty of classic ultra chat - nipple band-aids, aid station strategy, maths failing mid-race, near misses on technical trails, shoe choices, socks, and the strange little details that suddenly feel very important when you’re about to run through the wild for a very long time.

    What I loved about this conversation was Ben’s perspective. He’s thoughtful without overcomplicating things, grounded in experience, and genuinely excited to get back to Walpole and see his people. We also talk about how lucky we are to do these events at all - to be supported enough, healthy enough, and slightly mad enough to disappear into the trails for a few days and just keep moving forward. If you’re heading to Delirious, or even just love hearing how runners prepare for big adventures, this one is full of little gems, laughs, and those very real pre-race feelings we all know so well.

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

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

    ⸻

    💛 Want your running to feel lighter again?

    If this conversation resonated, you might enjoy The Running Reset - a simple bundle of guided runs and practical tools to help you reset your rhythm, clear your head, and reconnect with why you run.

    👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/the-running-reset

    If you’re looking for a little more support with your running, I also offer personalised ZenRUN coaching - simple weekly structure, guidance, and encouragement to help you stay consistent and enjoy your running again.

    👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/zenrun-personalised-run-coaching/buy

    ⸻

    🙏 A couple of big favours

    1️⃣ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and review the podcast - it helps more runners discover these conversations.

    2️⃣ I’m always looking for runners to interview. If you (or someone you know) has a running story to share, I’d love to hear from you.

    Find me on Facebook or Instagram @ZenRUN.club

    or email hello@zenrun.club

    ⸻

    🎧 Don’t miss an episode

    Subscribe to the ZenRUN Podcast in your favourite podcast app so new conversations land straight in your ears.

    ⸻

    🎙️ Explore all episodes:

    https://fitmindfitbody.co/podcast/
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    59 mins
  • Episode 610 - Busy Life, Sore Knee, Big Adventure - Matthew Farrand’s Delirious Check-In 5

    Episode 610 - Busy Life, Sore Knee, Big Adventure - Matthew Farrand’s Delirious Check-In 5
    Mar 29 2026

    In this Delirious 2026 athlete check-in, I catch up with Matthew Farrand as the start line gets very, very close. And wow - life is definitely not slowing down for him. Between peak training, a knee niggle, putting the house on the market, solo parenting part of the week, and all the chaos that comes with normal life, Matthew has had plenty going on. But as we know… sometimes all the messy, challenging stuff is just part of the training too.

    We chat about the injury that forced him to back off at the right time, how he handled it sensibly with strength work and cross-training, and how he’s now feeling much more confident again. We also dive into the practical side of getting to Delirious from London - flights, packing, race prep, food plans, crew logistics, and the very important matter of British treats in a race vest. Think Cadbury Creme Eggs, Eccles cakes, Kendal mint cake… Matthew may end up being the most popular runner on course.

    What I really loved in this chat was hearing what Matthew is most looking forward to - the landscape, the beauty of the course, the forests, the beach sections, and hopefully some memorable conversations out on the trail. He also shares a great tip about using the UltraPacer planning tool to map out crew access, sleep strategy, and pacing possibilities, especially when you’re trying to coordinate a big point-to-point race from the other side of the world. This one is a lovely mix of real-life juggling, practical prep, and that growing excitement that comes when something huge is suddenly just around the corner.

    Delirious WEST event Website – https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/ Event Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

    ⸻

    💛 Want your running to feel lighter again?

    If this conversation resonated, you might enjoy The Running Reset - a simple bundle of guided runs and practical tools to help you reset your rhythm, clear your head, and reconnect with why you run.

    👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/the-running-reset

    If you’re looking for a little more support with your running, I also offer personalised ZenRUN coaching - simple weekly structure, guidance, and encouragement to help you stay consistent and enjoy your running again.

    👉 https://www.zenrun.app/courses/zenrun-personalised-run-coaching/buy

    ⸻

    🙏 A couple of big favours

    1️⃣ If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and review the podcast - it helps more runners discover these conversations. 2️⃣ I’m always looking for runners to interview. If you (or someone you know) has a running story to share, I’d love to hear from you.

    Find me on Facebook or Instagram @ZenRUN.club or email hello@zenrun.club

    ⸻

    🎧 Don’t miss an episode

    Subscribe to the ZenRUN Podcast in your favourite podcast app so new conversations land straight in your ears.

    ⸻

    ✨ Run easy. Run happy.

    ZenRUN Club is a relaxed space for runners who want consistency without pressure — guided runs, simple tools, and runners who get it.

    👉 https://zenrun.club
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    33 mins