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 a way to improve mental health.  They had this crazy idea to positively impact as many people as possible.  On 9th September they’re going to leave Sydney and start running to Melbourne - over 50ks a day for at least 25 days!  And along the way they plan to handout 10,000 pairs of yellow socks (which have a smile and some black dots - Scott shares the significance of the dots on the call) and have 10,000 conversations about mental health.  The positive ripple effect of this journey will be massive, but they do need our help…

Let’s get the word out - maybe you or someone you know owns a business who’d like to get involved with this inspiring adventure?

At the very least share this podcast episode so we can spread the word!

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 running journey, including running across the world and running for another person.

A running tip from Sharon - create a running habit & don’t get caught up in all the hype!

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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 early in his marriage).

The Dalai Lama suggests we cultivate peace in our minds and have a clarity of purpose - Pete tries to find this through running.

A running tip from Pete - Get started and find a way that will make you accountable.. 

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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 he's got out of his running.

A tip from Darren's - "When the going gets tough smile!"  

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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 from Christine’s - “Running really is for everyone - most people can run..”

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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 with friends and finds the relationships created through running are very special!  

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 local cafe!

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 finds around her..

"The beauty of trails is that you don't have to run all the time."

~ Lynnda Coffey ~

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 her - its one of the reasons she's kept running.  

Amy is a local trail running legend.  Not only does she run fast she also helps others to reach their running goals!