Rob Mason Runs

This is the update I never wanted to write.

As most of you know I’ve been balancing the rehab of an injury with training for the past 8 weeks.
An MRI and sports physician have shown that the injuries I’m carrying are more serious that I thought.
There are lots of big words in the Dr’s report which I can’t pronounce, but ultimately they explain why I have been running in pain for so long and the consequences to my health if I continue.

I am driven to make this run a success so we can raise as much money as possible for the kids in The Burns Unit at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead.

So for the success of this cause, and against all of my hopes and dreams, we have decided to postpone the run until 2024.

I will spend the next few months working on my recovery with a plan to come back stronger and wiser in 2024.

I want to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart who has donated to the cause already, and say again that this is a postponement not a cancellation. Your donations are so deeply appreciated and needed.

To say I’m gutted would be an understatement.

As my mate Dan told me this morning. ‘It is never a straight line to success, is it?’

Thanks to all of you for your support and understanding.
With Love and Gratitude, Rob.

My podcast released today is with the incredible Lily Piccolo - this photo shows the absolute passion and courage she used to win GOLD at State Championships recently, with her pilot Jay Gaffey
You can listen to the interview here:
https://robmason.run/mindset-for-runners-podcasts/

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A new episode of the ‘Mindset for Runners’ podcast is out today.
‘How to Understand and Deal with the Post-Race Blues’
Find it here or on all the podcast platforms:

Rob’s Podcasts A series of podcasts produced by Rob Mason covering topics themed around developing positive mindsets.

Huge thanks to for the write up on our 2 x next big challenges. 3 x ultra marathons in 3 days coming up in July, followed by the 1200km Race Across NSW in September.

A New Episode of the Mindset For Runners podcast is out today.
A behind the scenes look at our 102km ‘Race Across ACT’
Links to podcast are in comments below

So amazing to have been part of this fundraising campaign - thank you and a congratulations 400in4 Charity Ride!!!

My beautiful finishing photos at the end of my 102km Race Across ACT thanks to MJD Photography

Some beautiful shots in view of Parliament house, kindly taken and donated by MJD Photography
Thank you 🙌🏼

Working hard for sub 10 hr 104km across the Capital!
Thank you MJD Photography for the image!

On track to cross the finish line at 3.20pm with 19km to go!

Thanks for the write up https://www.2cc.net.au/local-news/a-heros-ultramarathon-firefighters-record-breaking-attempt-for-kids-in-burns-unit-at-westmead-hospital/ So excited for tomorrows run… final prep moments now!

2 days until the 104km Race Across ACT.
Carb loading and safety signs… Bring it on.

Packing for next week’s Race Across ACT and I’m grateful for and for their support for us in our goal to raise a bucket load of $ for the kids in The Burns Unit
6 days until we Race Across ACT. Bring it on.

I’m posting this because in the year between these 2 photos, Ive had injuries which meant I couldn’t run for weeks. In the past 10 months I haven’t done hills, speed work or tempo runs because it inflamed these injuries. So if you’re currently injured or not running the way you want to, it can be hard to see a pathway back to where you want to be. Keep working on whatever you can - your consistency - your mindset - your ‘why’ and keep believing. You’ll come back stronger and a more complete runner than before.

Stoked with 2nd place at my hometown half marathon today. Even better to share it with family and friends. Thanks to the Red Cross volunteers and Kiama Running Club for making this event happen. 10 days until Race Across ACT.

Massive thanks to for their support for our upcoming 102km Race Across ACT on June 21st!

I met a baby echidna on my run today who was keen to check out the new Clifton 9s!

I’m so grateful to for supporting our Race Across NSW in September to raise money for the kids in The Burns Unit at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead. I’ve been running in Hoka One Ones since I bought my first pair of Bondis for my 2nd in 2011. To have the support from a brand I love means so much to me.
Next stop - Race Across ACT June 21st +

Feeling grateful for all of the support I am receiving as I build towards a Race Across NSW with a warm up Race Across ACT next month.

Taking your mindset to the next level with Joe Ward- Australian 24 hour Champion Joe Ward has done it again, winning the Australian 24 hour ultra marathon championships in Coburg, Victoria. I am delighted to have Joe on the podcast for the 3rd time to learn more about his mindset and how he has become a consistent winner of Australia's most prestigious ultra marathons. We unpack...

After 2 weeks out with a virus, I’m back. Feeling so grateful for my health and being able to return to training.

Find the podcast here:
www.robmason.run

Apple:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/mindset-for-runners/id1593071800?i=1000611775369

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1I6PQ6wsTYKZecZH0YelMZ?si=ggog3moWSySQi2E6FP6S7g

Controlling your mind for lap races, long runs and out and back parkrun. How to use your mind when running lap events, out and back courses, long ultras or on your daily run. This episode is full of practical tips you can use to improve your performance and enjoyment of races that have laps, eg. track events, last person standing or out and backs such as park run or cros...

My Next Challenge I am excited to share my next challenge with you - and I need your help to make it happen. Thanks to everyone who has already come on board to make this challenge happen. www.robmason.run Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089043347091 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmasonr...

My interview with mum of 3, career leader and elite ultra runner Courtney Pratt is available on the Mindset For Runners Podcast:

https://robmason.run/mindset-for-runners-podcasts/

What’s your favourite take away from the interview? Please share in the comments below.

Interview with Courtney Pratt - How to manage a family, a career and train for ultra marathons I am thrilled to have Courtney Pratt as a guest on the podcast this week. Courtney is a mother of 3 small children, a Regional Manager of more than 100 staff in a busy and demanding industry, and an elite runner. In this episode you will learn the strategies and mindsets Courtney uses to balance and...