Episode 555 - 2026 Delirious Series - Cold Mornings, Long Runs & London Lights – Matthew Farrand’s First Check-In

In this month’s Delirious W.E.S.T. 2026 athlete check-in, we head all the way to London to catch up with our one and only non-Aussie runner, Matthew Farrand — who’s juggling dark winter mornings, school drop-offs, and some seriously solid training momentum.   Matthew shares how his fitness is quietly (and satisfyingly!) building — those long runs now feel easier and the patella niggle that haunted him in August has settled right down. He talks about the mental side of ultra prep too…the boredom voice, the planning, the “where should I run this weekend?” puzzle, and why exploring new neighbourhoods keeps him motivated.   We chat about: • Why dull training is good training 🥳 • The magic of watching your long-run threshold creep higher • The reality of running in pitch-black European winter • Family sacrifices (breakfasts missed, routines shifted) • His hill-sprint misadventure called “Hell Hill” — thanks, kids! • How the distance from Northcliffe to Albany equals running from London to Liverpool 🤯   Matthew’s attitude is grounded, funny, and completely relatable — and he’s quietly stacking the consistency that’ll carry him all the way to that 200-mile start line.   It’s a good one, friends. Enjoy this peek into an athlete building his base brick by brick. 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/