This week on The Fuel Run Recover Podcast, I’m joined by the incredibly inspiring Bec Mills — a mother of two, small business owner, and now ultra marathoner — who shares her journey from rural Western Australia to completing a 50K trail race.

Bec’s story is all about chasing goals that scare you, pushing through comfort zones, and learning how to train and fuel smarter along the way. From netball in high school to strength training and sports through university, running has always had a place in her life. But it wasn’t until turning 35 that she decided to finally take the leap and go after her “one day” dream: running a marathon — and then some.

In this episode, Bec shares:

✅ How she balanced marathon training with motherhood, business, and sport
✅ The mindset shifts and nutrition changes that helped her thrive — not just survive — her training
✅ What it was really like to run the Yaberoo Trail Ultra 50K
✅ Surprising lessons from her training and racing journey
✅ Advice for runners considering stepping into ultra or trail running
✅ Why she believes in chasing the things that scare her (and why you should too)

Meet Bec:
Bec Mills is a mother of two and small business owner living in a tiny rural town in Western Australia. She’s been active since high school, where she first started running while playing netball and other sports.

Over the years, she’s grown her passion for movement through strength training and endurance sports. Inspired by volunteering at Ironman events during university, Bec made the decision in 2024 to pursue marathon running — and has since completed the Rottnest Marathon, Perth Running Festival Marathon, and Yaberoo Trail Ultra 50K.

Her mission? To keep doing things that push her limits and help her grow as a person and a runner.

🎧 Whether you’re curious about ultra running or looking for inspiration to chase a big, scary goal — this conversation will light a fire in you.

Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?

⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling and strength training guide for runners here⁠⁠⁠⁠

And, learn more about working with me inside the ⁠Fuel Train Recover Club here!⁠

Some running advice sounds good, until it starts holding you back. In this myth-busting episode, we’re tackling three popular pieces of running advice that could actually be sabotaging your performance, recovery, and relationship with running.

Join me as I break down:

• Why running fasted to burn more fat isn't as effective as it sounds

• The truth behind “train low, race high” and who that strategy is actually for

• How the belief that “lighter is faster” can lead runners down a dangerous path

If you’ve ever questioned your fueling strategy, chased weight loss to improve performance, or felt confused about carb timing—this episode is for you. Let’s clear up the confusion and help you fuel smarter, train stronger, and recover better.

Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?

⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling and strength training guide for runners here⁠⁠⁠⁠

And, learn more about working with me inside the ⁠Fuel Train Recover Club here!⁠

Welcome to season 3, episode 21 of The Fuel Run Recover podcast, where I'm so excited to share with you this conversation with recent Fuel Train Recover program 'graduate' Diane Wing, who shares her inspiring story of overcoming immense personal challenges to unlocking a BQ performance at this year's Fargo marathon. But, as if that isn't enough of an accomplishment for one season, Diane is currently planning a run across Manitoba this summer to raise money for mental health and suicide prevention.

Here's a little more about Diane!

Diane Wing is a 1st grade teacher, mother of 2 and a grandmother of 2 (her 4 greatest accomplishments) from Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. She started her running journey after her husband passed away in 2012 for her mental wellness.

In 2014, she ran her first 1/2 marathon at the MB Marathon as part of a relay team with her cousins (as a tribute to her late husband, Kelly). She really enjoyed this experience and was hooked. A couple years ago, she decided to start a running group in Portage la Prairie and met some amazing like minded people. Some of them have even done some travel fun races together (Vegas and Phoenix Rock and Roll 1/2 Marathons).

Last year she decided to run a 1/2 marathon in each province. This year she decided to try to qualify for Boston at the Fargo Marathon and to do a run across Manitoba for her 50th birthday (50km a day for 10 days). To accomplish these last two goals, she needed some help getting her guts under control. This is where Steph came in (she was perfect because could help Diane achieve her running and dietary needs goals). Recently, Diane got her BQ time and now she is focused on her run across MB. She is hoping to see some friendly faces along the way and raise some money for CMHA (mental health and suicide prevention).

You can learn more about Diane's journey and support her by visiting her Facebook or Instagram pages, and donate to The Canadian Mental Health Association here!