Episode 546 - 2026 Delirious Series - Plodding with Purpose: Craig Jeffrey’s Big-Mileage Build for Kosciuszko & Beyond

In this first check-in for Delirious W.E.S.T. 2026, I catch up with Craig Jeffrey — who’s clocking a casual 160 km a week as he gears up for the Kosciuszko 100 Miler 😅. We chat about what it really takes to bounce back from a 200-miler, why “average” is just a setting on your watch, and how being mindful mid-race might actually save your stomach (and your sanity). Craig opens up about lessons from Delirious, how long recovery really takes, and his plan to finally not throw up at the same spot in Kosciuszko this time 🤞. We also dive into race nutrition (baby food, gels, and yogurt!), the art of mid-race mindfulness, and why ultrarunners’ definition of “normal” gets wildly skewed. From heart rate variability to hallucinations, this chat has everything that makes ultrarunning gloriously human. Why You’ll Love This Episode: ✨ Craig’s honest take on running 100-mile weeks (and still smiling) ✨ Recovery insights from a 200-miler that keeps giving ✨ Practical tips on race-day nutrition and mental checklists ✨ A hilarious look at “past Craig” vs “race-day Craig” decision-making ✨ The magic of doing tough things… simply because you can   Delirious WEST event Website – https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/ Event Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387 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 (ZenRUN.club) or send me an email - Hello @ zenrun.club   Don't miss an episode of the ZenRUN Podcast. Subscribe to the podcast on your podcast player :)   💛 Want running to feel lighter again? Join the ZenRUN Club — a chill space where progress happens without pressure. Get simple plans (coming soon), guided runs, and a crew who actually gets it. 👉 zenrun.club — come run happy.   https://fitmindfitbody.co/podcast/