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Mindset for runners

Rob Mason

Practical lessons and tips to help you develop the mental side of your running

sports running

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34:10

The Mindset of Service: How Your Running Inspires Others

Mindset for runners ·

2025/10/23

Most runners start for personal reasons — fitness, freedom, challenge, or escape. But there’s a deeper, more powerful layer available to every runner: service.In this episode, Rob explores how your running can serve others — from the people closest to you, to your broader community, to causes that matter deeply. When you shift your focus from what running gives you to what it gives through you, everything changes: your motivation, your resilience, your sense of purpose. Rob shares stories from

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84:40

Benn Coubrough: Coast to Kosci Reigning Champion and...

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2025/09/25

Benn Coubrough is a top Australian ultra-trail runner, coach, and awesome human. In this interview, we learn about his journey from personal challenges and family influence to elite racing. Benn shares his ‘three Ds’ philosophy — desire, determination, discipline — plus insights on training, strength work, nutrition, and race-day mindset. Highlights include his 2024 Coast to Kosci victory, UTMB and Tarawera experiences, DNFs, and preparation for the Moab 240 mile in October 2025.Learn from Benn's

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34:19

Overcommitted? Why Runners Take On Too Much (and How...

Mindset for runners ·

2025/08/28

Rob delves into the challenges of overcommitment and how it impacts athletes and their training. He shares personal insights and community experiences to explore why we often say 'yes' to too many tasks and commitments.Listeners will learn about the psychological underpinnings of overcommitment, including fear of missing out and the pressure to be reliable. Rob offers practical strategies to help identify when you're overcommitted and provides tools to manage your commitments effectively, ensuring

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28:58

Unlock Your Resilience: Beyond Toughness in Running

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2025/07/22

Welcome to the Mindset for Runners podcast, where we explore the mental tools and mindsets that assist athletes in pushing through challenging moments in races. In this episode, Rob shares invaluable insights into handling the toughest parts of running by exploring the power of resilience over mere toughness.Drawing from a wealth of sports psychology resources and expert opinions, discover strategies to manage your inner "chimp brain," reframe your perception of effort, and utilize powerful

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01:10:50

The Transformational Power of Running and Yoga: An...

Mindset for runners ·

2025/05/26

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

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53:00

Interview with Mark Hoult - The First Australian to...

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2025/02/14

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

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20:35

Using Your Mindset to Help You Relax as You Run

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2025/01/09

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

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20:39

Mindset Lessons from the 240km Coast to Kosci 2024 -...

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2024/12/05

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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48:52

Part 2 - How To Beat Imposter Syndrome in Running and...

Mindset for runners ·

2024/07/01

1. To get the free ‘Imposter Syndrome’ worksheet which accompanies both Part 1 and Part 2 of 'How to Beat Imposter Syndrome in Running and in Life' go here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1921857798263861 2. To secure your place on the free webinar Wednesday 3rd July at 12pm go here: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/85852238646?pwd=cB0Jmu4McCISG5KZ3xG58hGL71FVWR.1 Meeting ID: 858 5223 8646 Passcode: 7t81Qz 3. To be a part of the next cohort of the next Mindset for Runners Program starting July 22nd 2024

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01:07:42

Interview with Alice Johnson - Triathlete, Mum, Nurse...

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2024/05/28

Welcome to my interview with Alice Johnson.Alice is a registered nurse, triathlete, marathon runner, a mum of 2 awesome boys, and now an ultra runner who recently complete the 100km Buffalo Stampede in Bright, Victoria. In this conversation you’ll hear how having a stroke at the age of 29 only 5 days after giving birth to her second child lead Alice into discovering running. And how a few words form a Dr put her on a journey to becoming an endurance athlete with the biggest smile and biggest heart

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19:04

Self-Pride - The Untapped Emotion Leading to Confidence

Mindset for runners ·

2024/04/25

Many of us don't allow ourselves to feel the emotion of pride. It can be thought of as being arrogant, egotistical, or simply not ok to feel proud of what we have achieved, or who we have become. In this episode, I reflect on my interview with Brett Connellan from last year to dive deeper into how we can our relationship with pride and start to feel it as a positive emotion that leads to boosting our confidence. Link to my interview with

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39:36

How to Use Running as a Therapy Session

Mindset for runners ·

2024/04/10

You may have heard the saying 'running is my therapy'. In this episode you'll learn specific strategies to find clarity out of life's busyness, get out of overwhelming thoughts and solve your problems as you run.You'll hear questions to coach yourself towards an answer to all the thoughts swimming around in your mind and tips to change your perspective as you are out on your next run. Come back from your run with a clear mind and enthusiasm to go after life. Thanks to The Fight Dietitian for

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46:57

Insights from 8 Months of Injury - A Journey Into...

Mindset for runners ·

2024/03/25

Eight months ago, my running came to an abrupt halt due to injury. What followed was an unexpected journey which has lead me into a deeper understanding and connection to the very essence of why I run.This episode is not just my story; it’s an invitation to explore the layers of motivation, passion, and purpose that drive you and your running. From the initial despair of being sidelined, through the struggles of recovery, to the profound revelations about running and its impact on our lives, we’ll

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01:19:53

Interview with Claudine Chicheportiche - How to...

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2024/01/19

Claudine is a high performance mindset coach like no other.A 16 time National and International Karate Champion, she has spent the past 15 years working with top performers across the world including the Australian Federal Police, government leaders, entrepreneurs, and Olympic level athletes. In this interview with Claudine, you will learn her unique approach to creating a winning mindset that you love, and how to unlock the well of untapped potential inside you. To access Claudine's free '7

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01:25:39

Beth Bowen - The 1st woman 50+ ever to finish Sri...

Mindset for runners ·

2023/12/13

Beth Bowen recently became the first woman over 50 to complete the Sri Chinmoy Triple Triathlon Solo - in Canberra. This is 3 back to back off road triathlons totalling: 6.2 km swim 95km mountain bike 42 km run. Listen to how Beth balanced working shift work as a Paramedic, raising a young family, and maintaining a high volume training load. Beth is a 2 time Australian representative in off-road triathlon and Aquathon. In this interview, we learn what drives Beth, the different way she

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01:14:54

Maree Connor - Current Coast to Kosci Champion, 24...

Mindset for runners ·

2023/11/23

With the 24 hour World Championships AND Coast to Kosci only 1 week away, I am delighted to have Maree Connor on the podcast. Maree is the current Coast to Kosci Champion, winning last years race in 30 hours 51 mins, and was selected to represent Australia next week at the 24 hour World Champs. Powered by gratitude for being able to run at all, Maree blasted onto the Ultra running scene in 2019 after her recovery from spinal fusion surgery in 2017. What she has done since then will blow your

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57:58

Nutrition and Fuelling for Peak Performance with...

Mindset for runners ·

2023/11/13

I am thrilled to have performance dietitian Lauren Nash on the podcast. Lauren has a passion for sports nutrition and the unique ability to distil complex and overwhelming details into simple and practical information that anyone can apply to their life. I have personally worked with Lauren over the past 8 months to dial in my nutrition for ultrarunning and she has had a huge impact on my training, recovery and performance. Whether you are new to running, a seasoned marathoner or an ultra endurance

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18:51

How to Build Confidence Part 4 - Using Visualisation

Mindset for runners ·

2023/11/06

Learn how you can use visualisation to increase your confidence as we continue with part 4 of our How to Build Confidence series. Follow me on the inter webs: (!) www.robmason.run Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089043347091 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmasonruns/

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29:29

How to Choose Your Next Race

Mindset for runners ·

2023/10/23

If you are looking at all your options for your next event, or to plan your running calendar, then this episode will help you get clear on narrowing down and choosing your ideal race. 'We must all suffer 1 of 2 things. The pain of discipline or the pain of regret.' Jim Rohn Follow me: www.robmason.run Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089043347091 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmasonruns/

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28:01

How To Build Confidence Part 3

Mindset for runners ·

2023/10/18

In part 3 we look at controlling your focus and the 2 main things you need to line up in your mindset in order for you to 'have confidence.' Don't miss this episode - some key insights are in here that will help you to understand and build confidence. Follow me: www.robmason.run Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089043347091 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmasonruns/ Emma Murray's website: https://www.highperformancemindfulness.com.au/ "Unbreakable" movie about the 2010

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