Ugh, well that was fun...in no way at all!! 8 cheeseburgers over 42.2kms is no easy feat! Hear how horrible it was here on the pod! Enjoy!

A quick update from Ron and I, then we interview Kelvin Yip. Kelvin created Endu1 an endurance sports fuel and hydration product. We tried it and think it is amazing so thought we would share with you!Here's the link to the website. https://www.endu1.com/

Understanding the natural ebb and flow of motivation in endurance sports The power of discipline: How to keep running when motivation wanes Exploring new trails and terrains to reignite your passion Building a support network of fellow ultra runners and mentors Understanding the difference between motivation and discipline in ultra running Developi…

The importance of patience in recovery Assessing your body's readiness to return The "easy day for every day off" rule explained Chest infections vs. head colds: When to run and when to rest Balancing the desire to train with the need for recovery

The importance of easy runs in an ultra runner's training plan How easy runs contribute to overall fitness increase Addressing the common misconception: "If I'm not going fast, I'm not improving" The correlation between easy runs and effective recovery How to properly pace an easy run The role of easy runs in injury prevention Balancing easy runs w…

Ron and I headed to Wandiligong for the long weekend...and ran (And mostly hiked) some hills. The WandiCross is a race not to be missed, hear all about it!

Exploring the global rise and spread of ultra running. Discussing potential negative health impacts of ultra running. The importance of listening to your body in ultra running. The role of AUTRA in Australia and current controversies.

The dangers of ignoring the pain and pushing through When is it safe to continue running and when should you stop? Balancing your love for running with the need for recovery The role of cross-training in injury recovery The power of a positive mindset in overcoming injuries

Why stretching is the secret ingredient to a successful run. Dynamic vs Static stretching - what's the difference? Stretching and mobility can extend your running life span. Practical tips for incorporating stretching and mobility into your routine. stretching and mobility shouldn't be an afterthought.…

The myth of sleep deprivation training: Dispelling common misconceptions. An in-depth look at why sleep deprivation is more harmful than helpful. Introduction to sleep banking: Understanding the concept and its benefits. Caffeine depletion explained: What it means and how it works. The importance of sleep in training and performance.…

Why patience is key in ultra running.Understanding the process of building up to 100k+ races.The importance of mastering the craft in marathons and 50k races first.Discuss the risks of rushing into long distance races.Why building strength in muscles, tendons, and ligaments is important.The mental game of ultra running.Consequences of not allowing …

Ron and I discuss (in no particular order!) Hut to Hut and our DNF Why I am giving up long races The social media bullies I have had to deal with and more! It's like being on a long run with friends, with probably some oversharing going on!

The problem….Eastern Health Hospital Paediatric Units (The Angliss, Maroondah Hospital, Box Hill Hospital) are not supported by many of the major fundraisers throughout the year. They are in desperate need of resources - everything from coloured pencils and Disney Plus memberships to help entertain kids pre-op, through to ultrasound machines to ass…

The taper is a period of reduced training volume and intensity leading up to a race. It typically occurs in the final two to three weeks before the event. The purpose of the taper is to allow the body to recover from the accumulated fatigue of training while maintaining fitness and maximizing performance on race day.…

Elise began her journey on the 7th of December with a 50km ultramarathon starting from the summit of Mt Kosciuszko, followed by 250km of hiking along the Australian Alps Walking Track to end in Bright, Victoria. What is Eating Disorders Families Australia?Created by families, EDFA focuses solely on supporting the families and carers of people with …

Ron and I discuss the importance of motivation vs habits/discipline for running. How do we develop the habits to run?

Are warmups and cool downs important, and how do we structure them? When should we stretch? Do we need to warm up before an ultra, and more!

Ron and I discuss running in the heat:- why it feels difficult- over heating signs to look out for- how to mitigate the effects of heat- how to train in the heat.Enjoy!

Ron and I discuss some ideas for Christmas gifts for the runner in your life!Link for the Flexbeam is below, use code isobelross10 for 10% off!https://recharge.health/product/the-flexbeam/?ref=KMCXdB4lb-PEcS

Ron and I did a Double Donna the other day, 2 x up and down a 17km road with just over 1000m climbing each lap. Listen is as we unravel.

In this episode, we have a quick update on what we've been doing, we discuss why runner's should not rush the process and we talk about those people who put us down. All from the beer garden at the Merrijig Hotel! Cheers!Here is the link for the goal setting webinar: https://peakendurancecoaching.com.au/goal_setting…

Dr Ricardo Costa works in the Department of Nutrition Dietetics & Food, Faculty of Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences at Monash University as an academic, researchers, consultant and practitioner in Sports Dietetics and Extreme Physiology. Ricardo is a HCPC Registered Dietitian-UK, SENr Registered Sport Dietitian- UK, Accredited Practicing Dietit…

With the help of a running program from Peak Endurance Coaching, Brooke ran 1600km from the Pilbara to Perth. It was an amazing journey and she comes on the podcast to tell us all about it. Her links are here;https://www.instagram.com/brookemma.rose/?hl=enhttps://www.mycause.com.au/p/301161/impact-to-ignite…

Update to the 12 in 12...it's now 7 in 7. Find out why!

Phew! That was one tough race! But race number 6 is done! Only 6 to go...

Ron and I finally made it to Europe and it's awesome! Hear how we dealt with jetlag...and how you can too! Also, how sticking to your running training is good for you..and your loved ones.Enjoy!

Ben Hirst of Tasmania just completed a double Everest, running Kunanyi 21 times! Hear all about his amazing challenge and the worthy cause he is supporting..Find him here: https://www.instagram.com/run_for_mental_health_?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/ben.hirst.948

Cancer doesn’t care that you have your whole life ahead of you. It affects everyone and can target anyone. Right now luck is still a huge part of the cancer equation. At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse we are on a mission to remove luck from the cancer equation.You can be a change in a future where treatment isn’t reliant on luck. Chris O’Brien Lifehouse p…

Ron and I discuss what it takes to get yourself out the door in the cold weather.

Ron and I chat all about 100k number 5 of 12, the Ultra Adelaide. Such a great event, enjoy!

Ron and I chat to Phil Gore, who recently got the world record for lasting 102 hours in The Cow Gully Backyard Ultra. You can find Phil here:His blog: https://phil5kaday.wordpress.com/Insta: https://www.instagram.com/phil.gore.ultrarunner/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/phil.gore.148

Yoga, should you cut back on food when injured or tapering, and how to bounce back mentally and physically from a big race? Yes, Ron and I discuss it all!!Message me on Facebook with your tips on combining parenthood and running.

Ron and I chat about me running the BVRT which was 100k number 4, and then go on to chat about a post I saw on Insta about the 10 things all runners love.. Enjoy!!

Listen as Ron and I discuss what we think are the 10 commandments for ultra runners: do you agree??Link to my hill training session: https://peakendurancecoaching.com.au/hill-training-workshopsHere's the link to the nutrition podcast we spoke: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/Xus1Huv7yAbHere is the link if you would like to purchase your own FL…

Ron and I discuss the post I saw recently on Instagram called 'Ten Commandments for the Runner'. We go through these and discuss our thoughts. Enjoy!Link to hill training workshop:https://www.peakendurancecoaching.com.au/hill-training-workshopsHere is the link if you would like to purchase your own FLEXBEAM (use the code isobelross10 for 10% off!):…

The ability to reframe failure is your ability to bounce back from a difficult or not planned for situation that could be deemed as a failure. Reframing means tolook at something in a different way.Now I’m not talking about seeing failure as a success per se, this is not about ‘participation medals’ and ‘everyone’s a winner’ mentality. I’m talking …

Yes, you do! Coaches are not just for elite athletes! Find out more about how a properly qualified coach can help you!Here is the link if you would like to purchase your own FLEXBEAM (use the code isobelross10 for 10% off!): ⁠https://recharge.health/product/the-flexbeam?ref=KMCXdB4lb-PEcS⁠health and high performance: ⁠https://www.healthhp.com.au/⁠P…

After a quick update on my 12 in 12 challenge, Ron and I discuss the important role of consistency when it comes to your running.Here is the link if you would like to purchase your own FLEXBEAM (use the code isobelross10 for 10% off!): ⁠https://recharge.health/product/the-flexbeam?ref=KMCXdB4lb-PEcS⁠health and high performance: ⁠https://www.healthh…

Join Ron and I as we discuss how the third race in my 12 in 12 challenge went! Here is the link if you would like to purchase your own FLEXBEAM (use the code isobelross10 for 10% off!): https://recharge.health/product/the-flexbeam?ref=KMCXdB4lb-PEcShealth and high performance: https://www.healthhp.com.au/Peak chocolate (use code ISOBELROSS for 15% …

I chat again with Lourdes all about her recent Burro race.Here is the link to Burro racing: https://www.packburroracing.org/races?fbclid=IwAR0XRaNxZAhsDB6NlckAsCEJCv-MirKUruL7lXioNnsbfZABvfxb_XF1MHoRate and review the podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/peak-endurance/id1479052215Here is the link if you would like to purchase your o…

Join Ron and I as we ramble over some champagne on how this podcasting and running journey has changed our lives. Enjoy!!Here is the link if you would like to purchase your own FLEXBEAM (use the code isobelross10 for 10% off!): https://recharge.health/product/the-flexbeam?ref=KMCXdB4lb-PEcShealth and high performance: https://www.healthhp.com.au/Pe…

Joffrid finished second overall (and first male) in the Sri Chinmoy 48 Hour Australian Championship in Canberra on 24th March. Joffrid walked the entire way to a final distance of 294.973km, setting the Australian 48 Hour Walk Open Record by a staggering 11km and beating all but one of the runners in the race, that being Camille Herron. The Austral…

Ron and I chat in this episode all about my latest 100k event in my 12 in 12, The Buffalo Stampede 100k. It is a tough race by any standards, but especially one week after another 100k event and with little to no hill training. Hear how it panned out!Here is the link if you would like to purchase your own FLEXBEAM (use the code isobelross10 for 10%…

Well, number one is done! Hear how it went and what we learnt that you can apply to your training!Here is the link if you would like to purchase your own FLEXBEAM (use the code isobelross10 for 10% off!): https://recharge.health/product/the-flexbeam?ref=KMCXdB4lb-PEcShealth and high performance: https://www.healthhp.com.au/Peak chocolate (use code …

This week I had the honour of interviewing the amazing Dr. Zulia Frost who is Trained in BOTH Western Medical Science and Eastern Philosophy and is the Co-Founder of Recharge Health Ltd who are at the forefront of innovative health technologies and the creators of FLEXBEAM, a portable redlight therapy device. Here is the link if you would like to p…

I have decided on my next challenge! Hear all about it here.Health and High performance are here: https://www.healthhp.com.au/Peak Chocolate: peakchocolate.com.auMental toughness workshop: https://peakendurancecoaching.com.au/developing-mental-strategies-for-ultra-running-presentationPoles skills clinic: https://peakendurancecoaching.com.au/shop/Me…

Lourdes is back on the pod to talk about her experience with menopause, and it’s been a doozy!! In spite of that, it’s a fun chat with lots of laughs (and some swearing, so be warned!!)Join my menopause masterclass here: https://peakendurancecoaching.com.au/perimenopause_and_menopause_masterclassHealth and high performance: https://www.healthhp.com…

Hello! And welcome back to the podcast. My name is Isobel Ross and I am the host of the Peak Endurance podcast. Thank you for joining me once again for episode 193, and if you’re a first-time listener, welcome!!Thank to Sarah H who left a lovely review on Apple podcasts. She left 5 stars and said: Awesome running podcast!I love this podcast and loo…

Ron joins me for this episode as we discuss sweeping the 100k solo and two-day athletes from Kings Hut to the finish line. We also talk about having an off-season, and how although it doesn't come naturally to Australian athletes, mainly because we don't have such cold winters.Eny the pod!!health and high performance: https://www.healthhp.com.au/pe…