Peak Endurance

Trust the Process: Surviving and Thriving in Ultra Running

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 the body to recover. How to avoid burnout and injury in ultra running. Slowing down the process for longevity in the sport.

We're back! Run Tarra Bulga and general update, and why you shouldn't always listen to your watch!

H2H plus more Ramblecast!

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!

Emma Parsons: Mountain to Melbourne: 170km run to raise funds for our sick kids!

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 assist in finding veins and distraction equipment for procedures to reduce stress and fear. Hospital-grade sensory kits are needed to support our ...

What exactly is the taper and why is it crucial for runners?

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 Marcanti: 300kms for Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA).

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 eating disorders. The belief is that families and carers are an important part of the treatment and recovery process for loved ones living wit...

Is motivation important for running?

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

Warmups, cool downs and stretching.

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!

Running in the Summer heat.

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!

Christmas ideas for runners!

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

Come run with us!

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.

We're back!

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 discusses low carbohydrate, high fat (LCHF) diets for ultra runners.

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 Dietitian-Aus and Advanced Sports Dietitian-Aus, who came to Monash University in August 2013 from Coventry University-UK. Ricardo completed his PhD at ...

Brooke runs 1600kms for mental health awareness.

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=en https://www.mycause.com.au/p/301161/impact-to-ignite

12 in 12 becomes 7 in 7

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

Race number 6 of 12: The Swiss Alps 100

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

Ron and I are in Germany!

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 just completed a double Everest!!

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=en https://www.facebook.com/ben.hirst.948

Harrison Malcolm for Go The Distance.

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 patients collectively travel 380,000 kms every year for their cancer treatment. This August we want you to do the same. Whether you swim, bike, run,...

Getting out there in the cold to train!

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

100k No. 5: Ultra Adelaide

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

Phil Gore: 102 hour world record holder of the Backyard Ultra

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=en Facebook: 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?

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.

100k No.4 is done and Ron and I discuss a post on the '10 things All Runners Love'...but do they??

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!!

The 10 commandments of ultrarunning (According to Isobel and Ron)

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-workshops Here's the link to the nutrition podcast we spoke: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/Xus1Huv7yAb 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-PEcS⁠ health and high performance...

"Ten Commandments for the Runner": a discussion.

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-workshops 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-PEcS⁠ health and high performance: ⁠https://www.healthhp.com.au/⁠ Peak chocolat...

Reframing 'failure' in training and racing.

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 to look 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 about looking for the positives in a situation that you initially feel is a failure. Examples would be: not hitting your time or pace target in ...

Who needs a coach? You do!

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-PEcS⁠ health and high performance: ⁠https://www.healthhp.com.au/⁠ Peak chocolate (use code ISOBELROSS for 15% off!): ⁠https://www.peakchocolate.com.au/

Consistency is key to lifelong running!

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-PEcS⁠ health and high performance: ⁠https://www.healthhp.com.au/⁠ Peak chocolate (use code ISOBELROSS for 15% off!): ⁠https://www.peakchocolate.com.au/

100k race Number 3: Running Wild's The Prom.

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-PEcS health and high performance: https://www.healthhp.com.au/ Peak chocolate (use code ISOBELROSS for 15% off!): https://www.peakchocolate.com.au/

Lourdes goes Burro racing!

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_XF1MHo Rate and review the podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/peak-endurance/id1479052215 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-PEcS health and high perform...

Episode 200!! Ramblecast about running...and podcasting!

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-PEcS health and high performance: https://www.healthhp.com.au/ Peak chocolate (use code ISOBELROSS for 15% off!): https://www.peakchocolate.com.au/ Lake mountain resort: https://www.lakemountainresort.com....

Joffrid Mackett breaks the Australian 48 Hour Walk Open Record!

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 Australian walking record has stood for 13 years, showing it was no mean feat to beat it. Joffrid is now the Australian and Open Australian walking recor...

12 in 12: race number 2 Buffalo Stampede 100k

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% off!): https://recharge.health/product/the-flexbeam?ref=KMCXdB4lb-PEcS health and high performance: https://www.healthhp.com.au/ Peak chocolat...

12 in 12: Number 1, Melbourne Oxfam Trailwalker.

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-PEcS health and high performance: https://www.healthhp.com.au/ Peak chocolate (use code ISOBELROSS for 15% off!): https://www.peakchocolate.com.au/

Dr. Zulia Frost: FLEXBEAM red light therapy.

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 purchase your own FLEXBEAM (use the code isobelross10 for 10% off!): https://recharge.health/product/the-flexbeam?ref=KMCXdB4lb-PEcS health and hi...

The 12 in 12: Isobel's 100's challenge!

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.au Mental toughness workshop:  https://peakendurancecoaching.com.au/developing-mental-strategies-for-ultra-running-presentation Poles skills clinic: https://peakendurancecoaching.com.au/shop/Mental-training-strategies-for-ultra-running-p466737358

Lourdes talks menopause!

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_masterclass Health and high performance: https://www.healthhp.com.au/ Peak chocolate: https://peakchocolate.com.au/ 15% off with the code ISOBELROSS

Hills: in long runs and as part of training.

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 look forward to listening to the new one every week. It’s great for long runs and in the car. I’m a little biased as Isobel is my coach :) Every we...

H2H sweeping and the benefits of an off-season.

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/ peak chocolate: https://peakchocolate.com.au/ peak endurance coaching: https://peakendurancecoaching.com.au/

Drills Vs Plyometrics: What's the difference and which should you do?

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, and if you’re a first-time listener, welcome!! Today I will be talking about running drills and plyometrics, what the difference is between them and why all runners should be doing them! Running drills differ from plyometrics and this will all be explained!! https://peakendurancecoaching.com.au/ https://peakendurancecoaching.com.au/mastering-your...

Erchana ran from the tip of Australia to the toe!

Erchana made it!! She ran from the tip of Australia to the toe! What a massive run and a massive achievement. Listen to all the details here! And yes you can still donate: https://www.tiptotoe2022.com/  Don't forget to support Health and High Performance and Peak Chocolate  https://www.healthhp.com.au/ https://www.peakchocolate.com.au/ Use code ISOBELROSS for 15% off at checkout

Shorty episode: Mastering your menstrual cycle for female athletes.

Hello and welcome back to the podcast, I am stoked you have joined me again, just for a shorty episode this time! Now, I know this episode is about periods, but I relay hope the men out there listen too. It’s about time that talking about periods was no longer taboo. It’s so interesting isn’t it? A woman’s period Is essential for the continuation of the species and yet we won’t talk about it!! It’s absolutely crazy! Why is it such a scary topic?? And I’m as guilty as anyone, up until a few ye...

Brooke is planning on running 1600kms in 30 days!

Welcome to episode 188!! We're closing in on 200!! Today I interviewed Brooke Emma Rose. Brooke is one of the athletes I coach, and she has big plans! Hear all about them on this episode. Brooke's Instagram is here: https://instagram.com/brookemma.rose?igshid=YWJhMjlhZTc=.  Brooke’s TikTok is here: https://www.tiktok.com/@unapologeticallybrooke_?_t=8ZG28475fEngage your audience RB&_r=1 To register for my 'mastering your menstruation for female athletes workshop, go here: https://peakendurance...

Meghan Canfield talks accepting getting older in ultra racing

Hi and welcome to the Peak Endurance podcast. My name is Isobel Ross and I am the coach at Peak Endurance Coaching. Episode 187 is an interview with Meghan canfield.  We last spoke in episode 58, where we spoke about how she has been so successful in ultra running for so long, well into her 50s. And then she messaged me recently because I posted about wanting peoples lessons they learnt from 2022. She sent me a copy of her article that she had recently written. I will post this article with m...

Lessons from 2022: Listeners share what they learnt!

In this episode, listeners share what they learnt this year in running and in life!

10 things runners should do

Happy New Year and welcome to the first episode of 2023, season 3, episode 185. In this episode I talk about the 10 things runners should do, a follow on from a pod I did last year on the 10 things runners shouldn't do. I hope you get a lot out of this and if you do, could you please rate and review here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/peak-endurance/id1479052215 Health and High Performance: https://www.healthhp.com.au/ Peak Chocolate: https://peakchocolate.com.au/ Use the code ISOBELR...

Andrew Perry: PREPD, the system designed for advanced hydration effectiveness.

PREPD is an Australian born hydration enhancer designed to increase athletic performance and recovery by incorporating the life-saving science of Resistant Starch developed by the World Health Organisation, for third-world communities. Their independent peer-reviewed study have shown that their sports focused patented Resistant Starch Formula can reduce body mass loss, through sweat, by up to 85% and increase fluid absorption. These astounding results mean you can consistently train harder an...

Coast to Kosci 2022

Welcome to the Peak Endurance podcast! Thank you for joining me today! Episode 183 is all about my coast to kosci adventure! Coast to kosci is a tough race in anyone’s language. And I always knew it would be, but I don’t think you really fully appreciate how tough it is until you do it. I know I certainly didn’t. In this podcast, Ron and I have a chat before the race, then a group chat with the whole crew after the race. It’s all a bit of fun, so I hope you enjoy it! I love it when people tel...

Nigel Hill: winner of GSER 100 miler

Welcome to the Peak Endurance podcast! Thank you for joining me today! Episode 182 is an interview with Nigel Hill. I last interviewed Nigel in 2021 when he won DU. Nigel is such a humble, unassuming guy who is also a phenomenal runner. Ron joins me to chat with Nigel about his win at the GSER 100 mile race recently, training leading up to the event, his strategy going into the race and how that panned out, and his view on the wintery weather. I think you’ll really enjoy this one! I love it w...