What do you get when you combine a lifelong mover, a mum of five, a GP, and an ultra-runner with a big heart and a quiet determination?

You get Libby Oakley.

In this episode, Libby shares her journey from being a “strong” gymnast (bars and vault were her jam!) to discovering running later in life—and then falling all the way down the ultra rabbit hole.

From her first reluctant 10K to toeing the line at Delirious West, Unreasonable East, and soon Tor des Géants in the Italian Alps, Libby has taken on challenges most of us can barely imagine… and learned a truckload along the way.

We chat about: •Why being “a diesel, not a gazelle” is a strength •Juggling medicine, motherhood, and mileage •Foot care tips (including the trench foot incident!) •Why discomfort might just be the best teacher •How hallucinations go from “fairy lights” to “full-blown crime drama”

Whether you’re just getting started or you’re deep into the ultra world, Libby’s story will remind you that it’s not about being the fastest—it’s about showing up, staying curious, and loving the process.

🎧 Hit play and come along for the ride.

🔗 Tor Des Geants (TOR)- https://youtu.be/5SFlwHaBUVY?si=BKUX81E3rNK42Lhk 🔗 Oscars Hut to Hut - https://www.hut2hut.oscars100.com.au/

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This week’s mindful moment is a wonderfully simple one: feel your feet when you wait. Whether you’re standing at the kettle, in line at the café, or waiting at the checkout, use those micro-moments to drop into your body instead of reaching for your phone. Bring your awareness to your feet—feel the soles inside your shoes, the subtle shift in weight, and the steady support of the ground beneath you.

This tiny act grounds you in the present and transforms everyday waiting into a calming mindfulness anchor. No fancy gear or quiet room needed—just your feet and a few spare seconds.

Spend just five minutes with this practice, and see how it can bring calm and clarity to your day.

For more mindfulness ideas, head over to our ebook with 24 Simple Mindfulness strategies: https://fitmindfitbody.co/books/

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1️⃣ If you're enjoying our podcast, please leave a like and review. Your support helps others discover the joy of mindful running.

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💛 Looking for more running motivation?

Check out ZenRUN Club (https://zenrun.club/) —a low-pressure space for runners of all levels. With simple training plans, guided runs, and monthly challenges, it’s all about stress-free progress and community support. Come join us when you’re ready!

From phosphate dust in Nauru to the trails of Western Australia—and even a 200-miler past Stonehenge—Alexis Oosterhoff has taken the scenic (and slightly insane) route into ultra running.

In this episode, Alexis shares: •How a casual desire to run a marathon at 40 was nearly derailed by a cancer diagnosis •Why he traded in a private plane for a pair of trail shoes •His love of raw, unmarked ultra races (hello, GPX-only navigation and fields full of barking farm dogs) •What drives him to run events like an 18-day stage race in Spain and the 24-4-ME Challenge to raise awareness for ME/CFS •His deep connection to the WA running community—and his take on what really makes someone a runner

Plus: tips for beginners, the importance of volunteering, and why Alexis believes trail running makes us all better humans.

💬 “For me, running’s not about beating others—it’s about being better than I was yesterday.”

🔗 AURA (the Australian Ultra and Trail Running Association) - https://www.autra.asn.au/ 🔗 24-4-ME Challenge fundraiser - https://gofund.me/d1a981e2

A couple of BIG favours: 1) please like and review this podcast so more people will discover it :) 2) come on the podcast and talk about your running journey and/or refer someone you’d love me to interview (whether you know them or not :) ) Lets not keep the power of running a secret any more! Hit me up on Facebook/Instagram (FitMIND FitBODY) or send me an email - Michelle @ FitMINDFitBODY .co

Don't miss an episode of the FitMind FitBODY Podcast. Sign up to our email list and get notified when new episodes are released.

💛 Looking for more running motivation?

Check out ZenRUN Club (https://zenrun.club/) —a low-pressure space for runners of all levels. With simple training plans, guided runs, and monthly challenges, it’s all about stress-free progress and community support. Come join us when you’re ready!

https://fitmindfitbody.co/podcast/