Marathon State of Mind
Episodes
2025 Wrapped
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this end-of-year episode, Eloise and Rory reflect on the year that was 2025, using a values-based conversation to help make sense of what’s bee...
Leanne Pompeani: Finding Confidence in the Contest
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by Leanne Pompeani — the 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon (Australian) Champion. Leanne shares how running became an anchor ...
Izzi Batt-Doyle: Running My Own Race | The Power of Consistency, Passion & Authenticity
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are joined by Izzi Batt-Doyle. Izzi is a two-time Olympian, the current Australian record holder in the Half Marathon (67:17) and 1...
Lessons in Mindset and Language from the Athletics World Championships
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this episode of Marathon State of Mind. Today, Eloise and Rory share their highlights and insights from the Athletics World Championships. ...
We're back! Sydney Marathon Recap & Navigating Post-Marathon Blues
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Marathon State of Mind! In this episode, Eloise and Rory recap the 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon, and share thoughts on how to work through...
TCS Sydney Marathon 30+km mark: finish with purpose
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This session is designed to help you lock in and finish with purpose from 30km onwards. You've got this!
Halfway body-scan for TCS Sydney Marathon
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Designed for the middle stages of your marathon, use this quick practice to tune in and bring your best to the moment you are in.
TCS Sydney Marathon Race Eve: Getting in your Marathon State of Mind
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Running Sydney Marathon tomorrow, take a moment to dial in your Marathon State of Mind.
Run Your Mind #2: Running Body Scan
24 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our Run Your Mind Series. These bite-sized mental skills sessions are designed to help you have your best possible running experience. In t...
Australian Olympic Flagbearer, Jess Fox | Re-release from 2021
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This conversation was originally recorded and released in 2021 in the days following Jess Fox's Gold and Bronze medal performances at the Tokyo Olympi...
Run Your Mind #1: CALM Your Inner-Critic
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our Run Your Mind Series. These bite-sized mental skills sessions are designed to help you have your best possible running experience. In t...
So, I didn't make the Olympics
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when things don't work out? Welcome to this episode where we reflect on Eloise's journey towards qualifying for and ultimately missing ...
Q&A: Navigating Injuries & Pursuing Healthy Goals
11 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this Q&A episode where Eloise and Rory answer listener questions about: How to cope with injury setbacks How to keep a good mindset whe...
Charlotte Purdue: Olympic Marathoner on Resilience, Grit & Goals
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are joined by 2nd fastest female British Marathon runner ever, Charlotte Purdue. We celebrate Charlotte’s recent team selection a...
Trust Yourself: Genevieve Gregson's Meteoric Marathon Rise
20 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest is no stranger to the show. In fact, she's making her third appearance. You may recall our last episode with Genevieve Gregson was title...
Try this before setting goals this year
30 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you set yourself up for a great year? In this episode Eloise and Rory discuss the big questions to ask yourself before setting goals for the ye...
Valencia Marathon recap & how to review a race
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Marathon State of Mind Podcast. It's been a while - a little longer than intended - but we are back and excited to bring you a new...
Q&A: Mental skills for injury, setbacks, struggles and decisions.
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Eloise and Rory answer listener questions on topics such as: How to stay positive during injury recovery. How to mentally approach a ...
Brett Robinson: The Road to a Marathon Record
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Eloise and Rory are joined by 2 x Olympian and current Australian men's Marathon Record holder, Brett Robinson. In December 2022, Bret...
How to thrive as a young athlete
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you are a young athlete, a parent or coach of young athletes, this episode is for you. Eloise and Rory unpack some of the unique challenges that yo...
Sinead Diver: The courage to go after your potential
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are joined by new Australian Marathon record holder, Sinead Diver. In December 2022, Sinead ran an incredible time of 2:21:34 at th...
Benita Willis (4 x Olympian): Embrace the challenge
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Benita Willis is one of Australia's greatest ever athletes. Her decorated career included highlights such as winning the World Cross Country long cour...
Introducing ’Marathon State of Mind’
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 'Marathon State of Mind'. In this episode, Eloise and Rory discuss what they mean by a "marathon state of mind" and provide a sneak peak of...
Q&A How to Optimise Stress and Recovery
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all experience stress, but what exactly is it? How do we optimise it? Can stress be good for us or is it harmful? In this episode Eloise and Rory d...
Building Deep Well-being: Eloise & Rory
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Eloise and Rory talk about deep well-being - what it is, why we need it, and how we can build it. Highlights include: The Mother Run ...
Genevieve Gregson on Bouncing Back from Olympic Heartbreak
11 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are joined by our first repeat guest, Genevieve Gregson. 2021 was a tumultuous year for Gen, rupturing her Achilles on the final wa...
Eloise & Rory on Defining Success and Setting Better Goals
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Eloise and Rory discuss the year ahead and strategies for setting the right goals that help you tap into deeper motivation, meaning an...
”If you‘re in, I‘m in”: Mind Over Matter for the Melbourne Marathon
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Two weeks ago, Eloise and Rory decided to run the Melbourne Marathon. For Eloise this was two months post her debut at the London Marathon. For Rory, ...
Jessica Fox on Her Journey to Olympic Gold
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Eloise and Rory are joined by Olympic gold medalist, Jessica Fox. Jess is the most successful individual slalom canoeist of all time,...
Eloise Wellings: Reflections From a Record Marathon Debut
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Less than 24 hours after running the fastest ever debut marathon by an Australian woman (2:29:42 in the London Marathon), Eloise and Rory catch up to ...
Dr Sarah McKay on Practical Neuroscience for Health & Performance
20 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are joined by Dr Sarah McKay, a neuroscientist with a PhD from Oxford University. Dr McKay specialises in translating brain researc...
Brad Beer on Optimising Physical Health & Injury Recovery
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are joined by Brad Beer. Brad is one of Australia's leading voices in athlete health and performance. Through his Physiotherapy pra...
Lockie Ferguson on Life Learnings from the Highs and Lows of International Sport
17 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are joined by New Zealand cricketer, Lockie Ferguson. Lockie is known as one of the fastest bowlers in the world, regularly clockin...
Susan Krumins on How a Positive Mindset Fuels Perseverance & Performance
18 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dutch Olympic Runner Susan Krumins discusses her path to becoming one of Europe's best athletes. Susan shares what she learned during...
Eric Winters on Becoming Your Best Self
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Eloise and Rory are joined by Eric Winters, a self-leadership coach, speaker and author of “Swipe Right on Your Best Self”. Eric h...
BMX Olympian Sarah Walker on Overcoming Fear to Explore Your Potential
06 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is with Sarah Walker, a New Zealand Sporting Legend. Sarah has been World Champion, Olympic Silver Medalist, and is shooting for Gold in ...
Sara Hall on her Epic London Marathon Performance and How to Go Beyond Perceived Limits
24 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, elite USA Marathon Runner Sara Hall discusses her recent second place finish in the London Marathon in an incredible personal record ...
Q&A On Courage, Joy and Thriving Under Pressure
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Eloise and Rory discuss listener questions about pressure, stress, recovery, fear, joy, breath practices, relationships and effective...
Special Episode: Proactive Health with Dr Ross Walker
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are joined by Dr Ross Walker to discuss the role of health in pursuing potential and thriving in life. Dr Ross is an expert in the ...
Brooke Neal (Olympian) on Finding Balance, Mindfulness & Purpose
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is with Brooke Neal, a New Zealand Olympian, Mindset Coach, Yoga Teacher and Speaker. Brooke recently retired from the New Zealand Hockey...
Positive Psychology Expert Emiliya Zhivotovskaya on Learning to Thrive despite Trauma
05 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is with one of the world's leading voices on applied positive psychology, Emiliya Zhivotovskaya. Emiliya is the founder and CEO of the Fl...
The Mind of a Marathoner: Jess Trengove on Finding Joy in the Process
28 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is with one of Australia's best ever Marathon runners, Jess Trengove. Jess has represented Australia at two Olympic Games (London 2012 an...
Special Episode: How to Be a 'Well' Being
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode Eloise and Rory dive into what well-being is, why it's important, and how you can build yours in uncertain and challenging tim...
Education Expert Adam Voigt on Culture, Communication and Leadership
06 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is with Adam Voigt, one of Australia's foremost experts on education leadership and culture. Adam is the Author of Restoring Teaching, f...
Q&A on Mindset, Beliefs, Adaptability and Optimism in Uncertain Times
24 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Eloise and Rory answer your questions relating to mindset and adjusting well to change in life. Questions include: 3:40 - "Strategi...
Lauren Parker on Finding a Way Forward
16 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is with Lauren Parker, World Champion and Commonwealth Games Medalist Paratriathlete. Lauren grew up competing at elite levels for swim...
Mark Monchek on Conscious Growth in Business and Life
08 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is with Mark Monchek, CEO of The Opportunity Lab, an organisation whose mission is to empower conscious leaders to build great companies...
Genevieve Gregson on How Enjoyment & Mindset make High Performance Sustainable
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is with Genevieve Gregson, a 2 x Olympic runner and Australian record holder. Genevieve shares honestly about the ups and downs in becomi...
9/11 survivor Ron DiFrancesco on resilience, perspective and post-traumatic growth
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember where you were on September 11, 2001? For our guest, Ron DiFrancesco, it was just another day in the office ... until it wasn't. Ron's...
A surprise start: Eloise Wellings on persevering with passion and purpose
14 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Rory puts co-host Eloise Wellings in the hot seat to explore her journey in becoming who she is today. Eloise is one of Australia's most decorated dis...
Introducing: What's Right Within
10 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Olympian Eloise Wellings and human performance & well-being researcher Rory Darkins as they explore human potential through stories of great char...