Mindful Miles w/ Jason Melvin
Welcome to Mindful Miles, your guide to turning daily runs into a moving meditation. Hosted by Jason Melvin, a running guide and breathwork practitioner, this podcast is here to help you transform your running routine into a mindful, intentional practice that nourishes both your body and mind.
In each episode, we’ll dive into techniques that blend mindfulness with running—like breathwork, mental focus, and present-moment awareness—unlocking the mental clarity, stress relief, and joy that mindful running can bring. Whether you’re hitting the pavement or trails, you’ll discover how simple shifts in focus and breathing can elevate your performance, reduce anxiety, and turn every run into a meditative experience.
Come run some Mindful Miles and learn how to run with mindfulness, calm, and purpose—because running isn’t just about the destination, it’s about finding peace in every step.
Mindful Miles w/ Jason Melvin
Embracing Gratitude in Your Running Journey: Part 1
In this episode of Mindful Miles, host Jason Melvin delves into the power of gratitude and how it can transform your running experience. Jason encourages listeners to shift their mindset from viewing runs as a chore to seeing them as an opportunity. He emphasizes the importance of finding joy in running and practicing mindfulness. The episode includes a guided, breathwork-style run, blending intense initial pace with a gradual cool-down, promoting body awareness and gratitude. Listeners are urged to focus on positive self-talk, fostering a sense of confidence and enjoyment throughout their run.
00:00 Introduction to Gratitude and Running
00:42 Mindset Shift: Embracing the Run
01:56 Starting the Run with Gratitude
02:46 Breathwork and Intensity
03:31 Mid-Run Motivation and Music
13:47 Final Push and Cool Down
22:10 Reflecting on Gratitude and Positivity
28:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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