Mindset for runners

Rob Mason
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Jul 22, 2025 • 29min

Unlock Your Resilience: Beyond Toughness in Running

Explore the secrets to mastering resilience in running. Discover how to manage pain and fatigue using psychological techniques like third-person self-talk and creating an alter ego. Learn to embrace discomfort as part of the journey, transforming your mindset to enhance performance. Insights from sports psychology encourage you to adapt and overcome mental barriers, pushing beyond traditional toughness. Harness these strategies to redefine your approach to effort and keep moving forward in your running endeavors.
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May 26, 2025 • 1h 11min

The Transformational Power of Running and Yoga: An Interview with Kate Pippos

Join us in this captivating episode of the Mindset for Runners podcast - an enlightening conversation with the remarkable Kate Pippos. Discover how Kate blends the worlds of running and yoga to unlock true potential, find solace, and foster a deep sense of connection in life. From her early beginnings in cross-country racing to her profound experiences in yoga, Kate shares her journey of discipline, devotion, and the art of letting go. She talks about the intrinsic motivation to run, overcoming physical and mental challenges, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. Kate also discusses her intriguing exploration of both the spiritual and physical aspects of running, offering insights that transcend the track. Whether you're a seasoned runner or new to the practice, this episode offers inspiration and practical advice to embrace the transformative power of running and yoga. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Kate's unique perspective and her approach to mindfulness and presence in athletic pursuits.
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Mar 6, 2025 • 1h 26min

Interview with Chris Beavon - Improving Training, Nutrition and Mindset to run a 7 hour + PB

Chris Beavon is one of ultra runnings most beautiful souls. Chris balances his training with working full-time and having a young family. In this episode Chris shares practical advice and lessons of how he improved his Coast to Kosci 2023 time by more than 7 hours in the following year.  You will learn how to work on your Nutrition, Training and Mindset as well as race preparation to improve and enjoy your running more.  I hope you enjoy this awesome interview with the amazing Chris Beavon.  
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Feb 14, 2025 • 53min

Interview with Mark Hoult - The First Australian to Complete a Double Everesting Challenge

Mark Hoult is the first Australian to complete a double Everesting Challenge on foot. Mark is a father of 4 who takes on big challenges to test his limits and see what he can achieve. An accomplished ultra runner, Mark set this massive goal for many reasons, including raising $16,000 for The Cancer Council, a charity with deep meaning for Mark. He also inspired many people along the way, including me. This weekend (15th February 2025) Mark is going after another huge goal, taking on the Tarawera 100 mile race in New Zealand. In this interview you'll take a deep dive into Mark's mindset, training and philosophy. I know you'll find something in this interview to help you with your running and maybe even how you look at life. I hope you love this interview with the incredible Mark Hoult as much as I do. Link to the video about Mark's Double Everesting Challenge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=SQuwyVPBDVg Join our Community for just $8 per month: https://www.robmasonruns.com.au/community  
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Jan 9, 2025 • 21min

Using Your Mindset to Help You Relax as You Run

In this episode we learn how tension is the enemy of efficient running and how we can use our mindset to relax as we run, resulting in better running economy and above all, enjoying our running more. How to join our online community and get access to the workshop 'A Runner's Guide to Owning 2025' on January 16th: https://www.robmasonruns.com.au/community   Summary of the research paper mentioned in this episode: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1469029217303461   Lawrence van Lingen's website: https://www.lawrencevanlingen.com/
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Dec 28, 2024 • 26min

2024 End of Year Review and How to Set Up Your 2025

Reflect on your running journey from 2024 with insightful questions that inspire gratitude and self-evaluation. Discover how to set meaningful goals for 2025, ensuring continued growth and improvement in your running. Join a vibrant community of like-minded runners for support and motivation. Don't miss out on an exciting upcoming workshop designed to propel your running goals forward!
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Dec 5, 2024 • 21min

Mindset Lessons from the 240km Coast to Kosci 2024 - for You

I was lucky to be on the course doing the commentary for the recent 240km Coast to Kosciuscko ultra marathon.  This episode is a list of lessons and insights I have put together from watching the race so that you can learn and apply them to your next run.   Join our Rob Mason Runs Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1921857798263861   Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmasonruns/   Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089043347091
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Nov 6, 2024 • 1h 56min

Interview with Maree Connor - An Epic 246 km Spartathlon Journey

I am thrilled to have Maree Connor on the podcast for the second time. Maree recently returned from running the iconic Spartathlon Ultramarathon - a 246km journey from Athens to Sparta along the route run by Pheidippides, an ancient Athenian long distance runner, who in 490 BC, before the battle of Marathon, was sent to Sparta to seek help in the war between the Greeks and the Persians. Maree has achieved so much in this sport in such a few short years, and has established herself as one of Australia’s best ultramarathon runners. A 2 x time Australian representative, Maree has a long list of achievements including 2 x wins at the Brisbane Trail Ultra 100 miler, 2 x wins at Coast to Kosciusko 240km, 3rd place Badwater 135 mile (including being the 10th faster female ever to finish Badwater) and so much more. Listen to the 1st interview with Maree here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/mindset-for-runners/id1593071800?i=1000636354502 Follow Maree here: https://www.instagram.com/mareeconnor_/ Rob Mason Runs Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1921857798263861 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmasonruns/
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Oct 18, 2024 • 54min

Mindset Lessons from a 100 Mile Ultra Marathon - for You

In this episode I unpack the events of a recent 100 mile (162km) race so you can apply the lessons and improve your mindset leading into your next race - whatever distance it may be. I ran the Hume and Hovell 100 Miler last weekend and will share the mindset strategies and techniques I drew on leading up to and during the race. Join me for a free live webinar on running mindset on 23rd October 2023. Simply email me at robmason.run@gmail.com to reserve a spot.   Join the Rob Mason Runs Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1921857798263861   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmasonruns/   Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089043347091
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Sep 27, 2024 • 58min

Interview with Grant Giles - Athletic Potential, Psychology and Embodiment

Grant 'Gilesy' Giles is a highly respected and sought after high-performance coach. He brings a unique combination of technical coaching skills with a deep psychological and hypnotherapy aspect to help his athlete reach and maximise their potential. A former professional triathlete, Gilesy draws on his years of competitive triathlon experience and blend it with his studies in psychotherapy, hypnotherapy and profound wisdom.  I hope you love this interview with Gilesy as much as I loved spending this hour with him. It's an episode I will listen to many times. I highly recommend you follow Gilesy through his website, where you can sign up for his amazing, thought provoking articles, or follow him on Instagram or Facebook to get daily doses of his wisdom to help you with your training and life. www.grantgiles.com.au https://www.facebook.com/grantdavidgiles https://www.instagram.com/grantdavidgiles/

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