The Running Paramedic

13/02/2026

The rainy and gloomy days are some of the most important runs you’ll do.

✅ Builds resilience

✅ Motivates you to finish faster 😬

✅ Can be the most fun and memorable runs

✅ Keeps consistency and builds a good habit

Today was most likely my last run in long time as I head back to work tomorrow, then to rip my gallbladder out after that. I’m thankful that I managed to get out of bed today for Parkrun. It was my fasted 5k since September and built on my pace from last week CJC handicap run.

So keep up the consistency in your exercise, and the more adverse the conditions, the better your resilience will be come race/event day.

12/02/2026

Tim Peck was an experienced homocide detective. He shares his lived experience with PTSD, su***de and life now outside Policing helping emergency service workers to seek help early.

It’s a confronting discussion so listener discretion is advised. If it raises any issues for you, reach out to lifeline on 13 11 14

Tim Peck was an experienced homicide detective who worked on some of the country’s most notorious murder investigations, including the Maria Korp ‘body in the boot’ case. But the things that made him a crack detective, would also be the things that slowly brought him undone. In this special ep...

11/02/2026

✅ Taylor Swift Mix

✅ Nerd Belt

✅ Maple Movement Gel

✅ Blue Tongue Lizard 🦎

✅ Hot and Sticky Weather

✅ Letting Go of Intrusive Thoughts 💭

06/02/2026

Has anyone used nerd belts before?

I am so keen to try this out! And a massive thanks to for looking after me with advice and accessories. ☺️

03/02/2026

I always remember having a love for nature and just being in the bush. Yesterday afternoons run was incredibly beautiful as the sun was going down, surrounded by birds and cows at the Camden Town Farm.

I even managed to have a conversation with a twitcher (bird watcher) as we were both admiring the finches have a feed.

Sometimes it’s the little things in life that can bring joy. Even when running, we can slow down a little and appreciate the wonderful things around us.

02/02/2026

It’s been a while since I introduced myself and explain what this page is all about.

The Running Paramedic was born out of my recovery from physical and psychological injuries I experienced at work as a Paramedic. I decided to share my lived experience and return to running as a way to breakdown stigma and show people they aren’t alone.

Many of us experience mental health challenges in life which can lead to feeling isolated and out of options. I want to change that! I want people to know there is light at the end of the tunnel and you can come out the other end stronger.

Through the running paramedic, I share as much of my journey as possible in an attempt to normalise conversations around mental health. I share the highs and the lows of life.

Like everyone, I wear a number of hats in my life:

✅ Husband

✅ Dad

✅ Paramedic

✅ Mental Health Advocate

If you’re new to my page, leave a comment and say ‘hi’ back.

If you’ve been with my from the beginning, thank you for following me and supporting me on my many journeys.

28/01/2026

I have the pleasure of testing out the prototype cooler bag from RE; Shift. Once tested and proven to be ready for emergency workers, part of the profits sold will go towards a Re;Treat for first responders suffering with PTSD.


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27/01/2026

A massive shot out to for letting me test out a gel. I can’t give much feedback because I was already bloated and heavy, but that was definitely the easiest gel to consume. I had to double check I got it all. 😳

Once I’m back into my long distance running and I say goodbye to my gallbladder I’ll give them a red hot go!

23/01/2026

Friday night is homemade pizza night 🍕 Pizza 1 - Asher’s creation: Rumi from K-Pop Demon Hunters. 👹 Pizza 2 - Freddie’s creation: ‘grinch security camera man’ 🤷🏻‍♂️. 📹🎄🟢 Pizza 3 - Mine: Gallstone inspired with the least amount of fat I can bear. 🪨🧨

21/01/2026

What a stunning sunset!

Unfortunately my fist run after holidays thanks to my wonderfully big gallstones and another ED visit last week. I’m am excited for it to get ripped out next month an hopefully the chronic bloating and pain will disappear.

Even tonight, the bloating got to me and it was quite uncomfortable running after a few kilometres. I’m still thankful for a great afternoon running over Little Sandy Bridge on the Nepean river.

08/01/2026

Pretty excited to be part of this conference. They accepted my Poster Presentation on building trust in support services within large organisations.

Part of what I will be talking about is how the NSW Ambulance Pacemakers run club has started to build trust in the health and fitness team and where we can build trust further in other support services.

The FMHC26 Committee are frontline leaders, clinicians, and advocates dedicated to creating a program that reflects the realities of service.
• Tara Lal AFSM – Firefighter & Trauma Researcher (Co-Chair)
• James Maskey – Mental Health Advocate, QAMH (Co-Chair)
• Andy Cullen – CEO, PTSD Resurrected Inc.
• Dr. Sadhbh Joyce – Senior Psychologist, Mindarma | Black Dog Institute
• Colonel Jacqueline Costello CSC – Command Psychologist, Australian Army

Together, they bring lived experience, research, and leadership to shape a conference that matters, for those who serve, lead, and support on the frontline.

👉 Be part of the change: https://ap1.hubs.ly/y0rc0j0

06/01/2026

South West WA road trip part 1.

Mandurah with the Christmas combi’s and the foreshore markets. Asher bought a new fairy garden toadstool house for her room after much deliberation.

Then 2 nights in Busselton. Unfortunately got NSW, a much better version of our south coast. Crystal clear water, lots of wildlife, and beaches just made for the kids.

We visited Ngilgi cave which you can walk all the way into. The Wadandi people believe the good ocean spirit Ngilgi defeated the evil spirit Wolgine bringing back water and prosperity to the land. The caves were incredible with the limestone formations.

Busselton Jetty and the beach were gorgeous. Somehow we have all managed to remain sunburn free too.

Finished off my Busselton journey with a run from our motel and out/back on the jetty.