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 element to your running, try a park run and start slow.

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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 enthusiasm for getting out doors either running, skiing, hiking or riding is infectious.

Julie’s Running tips - Find a running group with a range of runners, but don’t compare yourself to someone who has been running for years.

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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 ambitious.  And ignore your excuses for not doing it!

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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 clearly evident in our conversation, as is his desire to encourage more people to give it a go.  It was a lovely conversation with a lovely bloke.

CHRISTMAS IDEA right here!!!

David’s book is called “An Unstoppable Runner” and all royalties go to the Cancer Council Tasmania - this would be a fantastic Christmas present for the runner in your life or a gift for yourself :)  The book is available online in all good bookstores (I've always wanted to say that :p) OR you can email David directly and get a signed copy sent to you!  [email protected] - not only will you get a signed copy, more money will go to the cancer council :)

David’s running tips - don’t push yourself too much too early and join a social running group that encourages beginners. 

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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 running marathons around the world with friends and can’t imagine life without it…

Mel’s running tips - Don’t set your expectations too high - slowly build up.

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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 her through medical school, children, a number of serious illnesses and all of life’s ups and downs!

Julie’s Running Tip - Just get started.

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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 club (the LRC) and trained with the LRB (Launceston Running Buddies).  The consistent effort that Josh applies to his racing and training is a lesson to us all.  

The social side of running has also become an important part of Josh’s running journey.

Josh’s running tip - Give it a try and have fun with it!  and start slow and build it up :)

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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 challenging family circumstances and kept her balanced.   The joy that trail running (especially) gives Emily is a reminder to us all to be present in the moment as we race through life.  Emilys love of running is infectious! 

Emily’s running tips - Wear comfortable clothes, shoes and bra.  Find a running buddy.

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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 all have so many roles that we play each day and on top of that we have technology vying for our time.  Finding moments to do something for yourself where you can quieten your mind and get in touch with the authentic you is more important that ever!

This time may look different for everyone - from heading out the door for a jog on a beautiful day to finding 15 minutes to just sit under a tree :)

Please enjoy this episode and take some tips into your life so that the upcoming run into Thanksgiving (for our US friends) and Christmas can be a much deserved and savoured one, instead of the usual rush until you drop exhausted on the day!

Both Marlies and I have programs that can help you find time for yourself so that you will be an even better mum (or dad)..

To learn more about Marlies’ 9Miler program - which is really a running lifestyle program head over here.

And to jump into my Mindful Movement Program and learn how to quieten the mind while your moving (running/walking) head over here.

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 adjustments that life has throws at her, from moving countries to having young children - it’s running that has given Kim space to be with herself. 

Kim’s running tips - Surround yourself with people who like running & each day just do a little bit, but don’t have too much expectation at the beginning.

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