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Welcome to Planted Life.

A space shaped by my love of movement, plant-based food, nature and the beautiful, messy experience of being human.

I believe moving through nature can be about so much more than moving the body; it can create space to listen, notice, breathe and develop an inner awareness that shapes who we are and who we wish to become.

Through my work, I offer personalised run coaching and meditation classes, creating opportunities to explore both sensing and feeling becoming more aware of the body, the breath, the mind and the world around us.

Life comes in chapters, and while some may close unexpectedly or before we are ready, each one leaves something behind a lesson, a memory, a strength, a new perspective that becomes part of the story still waiting to unfold.

I’m here to embrace the chapters, stay curious, keep moving, find nourishment in the everyday and become a little more grounded and accepting along the way.

Come join me on this Planted Life. Which chapter are you exploring right now?

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Melbourne Marathon Madness

October 15, 2026 By amanda Leave a Comment

I had the absolute pleasure of coaching my 21-year-old niece to her first marathon. She entered the marathon ballot “for shits and giggles” and somehow secured a place. What followed was a mixture of excitement, nervousness because a marathon is a big deal.

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The Mind Body Control

October 2, 2026 By amanda Leave a Comment

How do you frame the narrative of you as a human? Mind Body One?

The mind and body are not competing identities but connected partners, each shaping and influencing the other.

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Who Has the Harder Job: The Runner or the Support Crew?

September 21, 2026 By amanda

Behind many successful runners are people who willingly sacrifice their own comfort so someone else can pursue a goal. I have been fortunate enough to have some remarkable support teams around me over the years.

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A U T H E N T I C This time last week I started t
A U T H E N T I C

This time last week I started the @gpt100miler event. A spectacular yet challenging 100-mile trail ultra through Victoria’s Grampians National Park, on the traditional lands of Gariwerd. 

Running from Mt Zero in the north to Dunkeld in the south, the course has you traversing approximately 7,700m of elevation gain across rugged mountain ridgelines, rocky trails, steep climbs and technical descents. 

This is one incredible race and a true test of endurance, strength and mindset. Unfortunately I failed in two of these three things. 

Watch this space for a thought dump about my experience and why you will see me line up in 2027. 

#plantedlifeau #mindbodyfood #endurance #trailrunner #gpt100

📸 @mickrunkeyte


R E S I S T A N C E The more we resist, the hard
R E S I S T A N C E 

The more we resist, the harder acceptance becomes.

Every running race has its uncomfortable moments; not more so than in the body and mind. With heavy legs, tired muscles and an over active mind that starts questioning every life decision; it's a wonder we can find ourselves able to cross the finish line at all.

Rather than fighting the discomfort, try acknowledging it. Breathe, settle into the moment and accept that discomfort is part of the experience.

Acceptance doesn't mean giving up. It means letting go of the fight, the future story and bring yourself to the present moment, the placement of each foot for example. This moment of mindfulness offers you the opportunity to focus on what you are doing now...and now...and now.

Sometimes the biggest challenge isn't the distance ahead, but how we respond to what we're feeling right now.

Breathe. Accept. Keep moving. 

#plantedlifeau #mindbodyfood #acceptance


C A N ‘ T R U N Everyone has the ability to put o
C A N ‘ T R U N

Everyone has the ability to put one foot in front of the other. You just need to start where you are.

At Planted Life, I coach from the ground up: Stand. Walk. Jog. Run.

And just like that, you're a runner! 

Learning to trust that you can run comes down to three things: belief, commitment and consistency. You don't need to be fast, fit or experienced. You just need to be willing to begin.

Thinking about a run goal in 2027?

Perhaps there's a run or an event you'd love to explore. Ever thought about being a tourist by foot? Running is one of the best ways to move and see the world at the same time. It's the perfect combination of movement, adventure and discovery!

Every runner starts somewhere. Why not you?

Are you curious about becoming a Planted Runner?

Let's run from the ground up 🏃‍♀️🏃

#plantedlifeau #mindbodyfood #runcoach #trainingpeaks #rungoals


M A R A T H O N M A D N E S S Some experiences
M A R A T H O N  M A D N E S S 

Some experiences remind you exactly why you do what you do. 

Coaching and supporting my 21-year-old niece to the start line of her maiden @melbmara and then watching her cross the finish line with a smile on her face, was one of those moments.

As a coach, you feel proud when an athlete achieves their goal. As an aunt, that pride hits a little differently. To see her embrace the experience, enjoy every moment and finish with a smile was something truly special.

You couldn’t ask for a better definition of proud and joyful, all wrapped up in one event. 🥹🏅

I've shared a little more about the experience, the journey and what it meant to me in my latest blog.

Read the full recap. Link in bio ⬆

#plantedlifeau #mindbodyfood #runcoach #melbournemarathon


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In the spirit of reconciliation Planted Life acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay respect to the Peramangk people of the Adelaide Hills, the traditional custodians of the land where we live, work and tread lightly. We continue to pay our respects to Elders, past and present and extend that respect to all Aborginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.

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