The ZenRUN Podcast

In this episode of the podcast Patrick Salter shares his journey over the last 3 years as he discovered running.   Patrick’s enthusiasm for his new endeavour is infectious as he talks about the part running has in his life now.  From hitting the trails to making new friends, it’s been all good and holds lots of promise for the future. Patrick’s running tips - grab the Couch to 5k app and find a pa...

In this episode we chat with Kym Goodes about her running journey.  Kym hasn’t always been a runner and doesn’t even call herself one now - but she does say she is someone who loves to run.  One of the things that really struck me in this conversation is that fact that Kym uses running as a way to strengthen her mental fitness not just her physical fitness.  This in turn has helped in ALL areas of...

In this episode of the podcast we talk to the inspiring Benji Jozefiak.  Ben has travelled the world and run in many places.  But it’s not just exploring a new place on foot that excites Ben - if he can make a positive difference while he runs, he is in his happy place…  From the running clothes he wears to the way he gets to the trail he wants to train on, Ben considers the impact he is having on...

Matthew Zegveld shares his running journey in this episode of the podcast.  Matt was a good short distance runner as a child and picked it up again about 9 years ago and has since build a strong distance foundation.  At the moment he isn’t that concerned about whether he wins races or not - what he is driven by is getting personal bests in his running.   He loves being an example for his 3 kids, s...

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 row - eventually Sarah agreed and has been running ever since (about 16 years).   When Sarah is running with others and getting into a little comparisonitis, she’ll say “comparison in the destruction of happiness” and that gets her over it :)...

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 lost (figuratively speaking) in nature taking in the beautiful surroundings and varied terrain.  It has also given her a wonderful circle of friends and a strategy to destress after a busy day of work as a nurse or to deal with the challenges...

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 body - from running to yoga to barre class and boot camp.   As a child Carol loved swimming and hockey and it wasn’t until her children had grown up a little that she took to running…  One of the important things that running has provided...

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 journey has taken her across the world making many new friends as she runs really long races!  Over a 200 mile event Kirsten talks about the way the race pulls you apart and puts you back together! Kirsten’s running tip’s - find a running group...

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 mechanic to an ultra athlete!  Pat has travelled the world and supported numerous charities with his running.  It’s the adventure that motivates him to do what he does, including running from the north to south pole!  Recently Pat was involv...

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 off around the world competing.   Once competitive sailing finished he took up multi sports and was also very competitive at those event - on top of being a Human Movement teacher.  Now that he’s a dad of 3 lovely girls he’s been able to s...

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 England to opening a running shoe store in Launceston.  Mike is in a privileged position to speak to people everyday about running - he has lots of running wisdom to share with us.  His biggest wish is that there were no barriers to entry for e...

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 environment - its her happy place!  Kylie’s relaxed attitude to her running is refreshing, we can all learn from her ability to “switch off” when she’s out for a run :)   Kylie’s Running Tips - Start slow and don’t be afraid to not run, just be...

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 diagnosis! Plus she gives us some great practical running tips including a traffic light strategy to work out if a niggle is something you should have looked at or not.  Sally’s Running Tips - Find a friend who also would like to start runni...

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 named Parker :)   She has run through her pregnancy up to a few weeks ago and enjoyed getting out.  Mel isn’t particularly focused on being competitive and doesn’t put any pressure on her self during events instead aiming to enjoy the event and...

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 hit the road before 6am, four times a week - this means she gets her training done before most people get out of bed!   She is a glass half full kind of person who is full of humour and running wisdom. Deb’s Running Tips - Get fitted for som...

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 times.  At 60 she is still very competitive.  Vicky loves seeing birds (& other animals) during her training - her favourite thing is to see a blue wren when she’s on a run!  When She starts to worry during a run she switches it off straight aw...

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 really took to running.  Since then she has run off and on for various reasons, but has always found running to be a way back to well being. Mel’s running tips - find an enjoyable safe place to run and set yourself small challenges https://fit...

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 herself running many events and occasionally getting lost :)  These days she loves to run/walk with friends, so they can solve the problems of the world!    Alwynne’s running tips - just do it, you’re never too old, be realistic and find a gro...

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 ballet can be seen in her approach to her running.  During some emotionally tough times Tamara has also found running a great help in processing difficult emotions.     Tamara’s running tips - start with a program like couch to 5k (walk/r...

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 reason Sarah originally started running regularly its been the life long friend ships that she and husband John have made through running that she values most in her life.     Sarah’s running tips - decent shoes, build up gradually and devel...

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 fact her enthusiasm for trail running and what adventures it may hold for her is infectious :)   After a busy day as a midwife and mum she loves to clear her head and find a little “me time” by heading out the door and going for a run!   Am...

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 shares why running is one of her favourite activities and some of the drive that keeps her moving.  You’ll just love her positive outlook and energy for living a healthy active life.   Megs’ running tips -  Get a run buddy, introduce a social...

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!  She is now heading towards her first ultra, a 50k in Texas.  By the time this episode goes live Julie will have run in the event :)   Julie just loves to run in soft power snow!  Not something we’re used to here in Australia :)  Her enthusia...

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, in fact I don’t think he has ever been still for longer than 10 minutes in his life!  He’s most proud of his one and only marathon!   John’s running tips - Don’t be afraid of starting with a walk - start with something easy and don’t be over...

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 and his wife were care-taking on Deal Island for 3 months (the book details are below)!   Since he started running over 4 decades ago, the mental health benefits of running have helped him through some tough times.  His love of running is c...