COACH’S CORNER - Reflect, Plan, Run by Nick Muxlow
December 19, 2024
get 2025 started right! nick muxlow is here to guide you in making 2025 your best year yet!
Let’s get 2025 heading in the right direction, there are a few questions but your answers will all come to you relatively quickly. Either answer in your head or jot it down to keep yourself accountable.
While these are with reference to running you can do it about any area of your life. I actually like to break it down into the following 4 areas – Health and Fitness, Work and Wealth, Relationships and Family, Recreation and Holidays.
THE REFLECTION:
- What were my top 3 wins last year?
- What was my most memorable race?
- What was my most memorable experience?
- The area I improved in most was?
- What were the 2-3 things I found challenging this year?
- My top 3 key take aways were?
The Future:
- Based on your reflection, where do you want to improve in 2025?
- What are my top two goal races (3 if you must)?
- When do I need to start focused training for my goal races?
- What can I do between now and when I start focused training to allow me to finish with a smile (have my best success)?
- What new experience do I want to have with my running in 2025? (It could be anything but some prompts; new or different race, run with a group, going on a run camp, trying a rogaine, run in a new place, run in more National Parks)
The Plan
Now it’s time to put a plan in place to make 2025 brilliant.
In my opinion the best time to get yourself motivated for 2025 is not on the 1st January, there is too much happening in the first week of the year. Too many social gatherings, too many holidays and too much freedom. The best time is January the 8th or when you return to work from holidays.
Enjoy 2025, go have a blast!
Enjoy the adventure, embrace the challenge, always have fun and don’t forget to finish with a smile!
Nick Muxlow is the owner of the run shop and head coach at the ultra journey. he is well known for being the author of journey to 100 and allowing runners to to finish with a smile.
Nick will be holding an online annual planning workshop early in 2025, keep an eye on socials for details.
iF YOU WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION ON BEING TRAINED BY NIck, CLICK THROUGH HERE TO OUR AURA ENDORSED COACHES PAGE.
Location : Bangkok, Thailand Dates : November 21 - 24 2025 Role Type : Volunteer Position Time Commitment : Pre event planning + Travel Application Deadline : 17th September 2025 Thank you for your interest in supporting the Australian team for the 2025 IAU Asian 100k Championships. This role goes far beyond logistics. It’s about leadership, inclusion, and creating a positive, empowering environment for athletes competing on the world stage. AUTRA is committed to opening doors for those outside traditional pathways. We strongly encourage applications from coaches, former athletes, club leaders, volunteers, and passionate community members. You don’t need to have served on a board or managed a team before as we’re looking for people who genuinely care, are highly organised, and can proudly represent our athletes and country. Role Overview As Team Manager, you’ll work closely with AUTRA President Gary Mullins and Vice President Geoff Russell to prepare and support the national team before and during the championship. Pre-Departure Australia Act as the main contact for selected athletes and crew Assist with final entry forms and travel planning Prepare a Championships Agenda in alliance with the Team Managers Agreement Document Coordinate flights, uniforms, and team communications Help identify and organise crew support Attend online team planning meetings On the Ground in Thailand Be present and ready as athletes arrive Ensure all athlete needs are met so they can focus fully on their race Attend all technical meetings and represent the team professionally Coordinate team attendance at the opening and closing ceremonies Ensure the team and crew are prepared, organised, and calm Address any issues that arise with efficiency and discretion Provide hands on leadership and moral support throughout the race Support Provided Accommodation in Bangkok for 3 - 4 nights will be provided by AUTRA An official team uniform will be supplied A volunteer allowance of $1500 will be provided to acknowledge your time and service during the championship period. What You’ll Need Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational ability under pressure A calm, inclusive, and athlete first mindset Commitment to AUTRA’s Code of Conduct Member of AUTRA Applying To apply for the role of Team Manager please CLICK HERE and fill out the Application Form. Applications Close at 5pm 17th September 2025. Selection Process Following the application deadline, the AUTRA Committee will review all submissions and select the most suitable candidate. All applicants will be contacted by Gary Mullins within 7 days of applications closing. Gary Mullins AUTRA President
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Location : Bangkok, Thailand Dates : November 21 - 24 2025 Role Type : Volunteer Position Time Commitment : Pre event planning + Travel Application Deadline : 17th September 2025 Thank you for your interest in supporting the Australian team for the 2025 IAU Asian 100k Championships. This role goes far beyond logistics. It’s about leadership, inclusion, and creating a positive, empowering environment for athletes competing on the world stage. AUTRA is committed to opening doors for those outside traditional pathways. We strongly encourage applications from coaches, former athletes, club leaders, volunteers, and passionate community members. You don’t need to have served on a board or managed a team before as we’re looking for people who genuinely care, are highly organised, and can proudly represent our athletes and country. Role Overview As Team Manager, you’ll work closely with AUTRA President Gary Mullins and Vice President Geoff Russell to prepare and support the national team before and during the championship. Pre-Departure Australia Act as the main contact for selected athletes and crew Assist with final entry forms and travel planning Prepare a Championships Agenda in alliance with the Team Managers Agreement Document Coordinate flights, uniforms, and team communications Help identify and organise crew support Attend online team planning meetings On the Ground in Thailand Be present and ready as athletes arrive Ensure all athlete needs are met so they can focus fully on their race Attend all technical meetings and represent the team professionally Coordinate team attendance at the opening and closing ceremonies Ensure the team and crew are prepared, organised, and calm Address any issues that arise with efficiency and discretion Provide hands on leadership and moral support throughout the race Support Provided Accommodation in Bangkok for 3 - 4 nights will be provided by AUTRA An official team uniform will be supplied A volunteer allowance of $1500 will be provided to acknowledge your time and service during the championship period. What You’ll Need Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational ability under pressure A calm, inclusive, and athlete first mindset Commitment to AUTRA’s Code of Conduct Member of AUTRA Applying To apply for the role of Team Manager please CLICK HERE and fill out the Application Form. Applications Close at 5pm 17th September 2025. Selection Process Following the application deadline, the AUTRA Committee will review all submissions and select the most suitable candidate. All applicants will be contacted by Gary Mullins within 7 days of applications closing. Gary Mullins AUTRA President
David Martin heads out with Kevin Matthews on WA's unofficial Choo Choo Run.
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