Episode 527 - 2026 Delirious Series - Intro - “One Day, I’ll Get There”: Gabe Alves Returns to the Delirious Start Line

Guest:
Gabe Alves – multi-time Delirious contender, systems thinker, video chronicler, and reluctant toe breaker.

Get Ready For:
A refreshingly honest, entertaining, and grounded convo with returning Delirious athlete Gabe Alves—who’s back for another swing at the 200-miler that’s become more than just a race… it’s now a yearly ritual.

Why You’ll Love This Episode:
•The Most Relatable DNF Mindset Ever: “I think I’ll just keep doing Delirious until I finish it… or not. I do Delirious now.”
•The Lessons Behind the Line: From torn calves and compartment syndrome to sleep-deprived mistakes—Gabe breaks down what didn’t work and what he’s fixing for 2026.
•Strength, Shoes & Shenanigans: Gabe’s training has shifted—hill reps, tib raises, padded shoes, barefoot experiments, and even gym work (yes, really!).
•Community First: Why Delirious is more than a race—it’s a shared expedition with a start line full of stories and a finish line full of mates.
•Letting Go of the Pressure: “This isn’t a redemption run. It’s just… Delirious again. And that’s okay.”

Why You’ll Keep Following This Journey:

Gabe’s story reminds us that growth doesn’t always come from the finish line—it comes from how we show up, year after year, injury after injury, and find meaning in the attempt.

Gabe's Links
Gabe’s previous intro episode - https://fitmindfitbody.co/episode-380-delirious-athlete-intro-gabe-alves-running-200-miles-against-the-odds/
Gabe’s wrap episode from the 2025 Delirious  - https://fitmindfitbody.co/episode-478-gabe-alves-grit-gratitude-the-unexpected-ending-of-delirious-west/
Gabe’s Running Youtube Channel (great videos!) - https://www.youtube.com/@gabezultrarunning

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Follow Gabe’s Journey:

Tune in each month as we check in with Gabe on his path to the Delirious W.E.S.T 200 start line—every step, stumble, and story along the way.

Delirious WEST event Website – https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/
Event Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

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