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This conversation delves into the importance of recognizing and responding to fatigue signals from the body and learning how to take a step back from training. It emphasizes the need for self-care, recovery, and long-term health strategies to maintain performance and well-being. Est and Lyds share personal insights on the dangers of tying your identity to running, how this can make taking a break harder, and how to change your perspective of why rest matters. They also share how to manage energy levels and speak about the significance of thinking about future health goals.

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In this episode of the Femmi Pod, join Lyds and strength specialist Bex Attwell as they delve into the art of balancing strength training with running. Discover how integrating strength exercises can enhance running efficiency, prevent injuries, and boost overall performance. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a casual jogger, learn how to tailor your training plan to achieve the best of both worlds. Tune in for practical tips, personal insights, and a fresh perspective on optimizing your fitness journey.

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In this heartfelt episode of the Femmi Pod, Lyds recaps the Sydney Marathon before Esther opens up about her recent health journey, sharing the emotional rollercoaster of discovering a fast-growing mass on her ovary. From initial symptoms to the whirlwind of medical appointments and being diagnosed with ovarian cancer, Esther candidly discusses her fears, the support of her loved ones, and the gratitude she feels for early detection.

Join us as we explore resilience, the power of community, and the importance of listening to your body. Esther's story is a testament to strength and hope in the...

In this episode of Femmi Pod, Lyds sits down with the incredible Lisa Weightman, one of Australia's most accomplished marathon runners. They discuss Lisa's journey from a young girl running with her father to becoming a four-time Olympian. The conversation delves into the importance of mental toughness, how Lisa has built such a strong mindset and the supportive nature of the running community. Lisa shares her insights on resilience, the impact of gender in sports, and the lessons learned throughout her career, inspiring young female runners to embrace their own journey.

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In this episode of the Femmi Pod, Lyds discusses the importance of mindset and visualization in preparing for races. Whether, you're running the Sydney Marathon, or another race, Lyds invites you to join a real-time pre race visualization session. She emphasizes the power of positive self-talk, breaking races into manageable segments, and overcoming negative thoughts during challenging moments.

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Join Lydia on this special solo episode of Femmi Pod as she shares her journey leading up to the Sydney Marathon, Australia's first major marathon event. With just two and a half weeks to go, Lydia dives into her training experiences, the challenges of solo preparation, and the electrifying energy surrounding this historic race. Tune in to hear about her solo running adventures, the importance of celebrating small wins, and the excitement of being part of a supportive community.

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In this episode of the Femmi Pod, Lydia is joined by Grace Wearne, a community leader in Sydney's running scene, including leading our Femmi RC Sydney CBD community. Together, they delve into the challenges and triumphs of promoting gender equality in run clubs. Grace shares her journey from feeling intimidated in male-dominated spaces to leading inclusive communities that empower women and gender-diverse individuals.

Tune in to explore how run clubs can become more welcoming and supportive for everyone, and why it's crucial to amplify women's voices in this growing culture.

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In this episode of Femmi Pod, Est and Lyds dive into the essentials of pre-run and post-run nutrition. Hear about their personal fueling strategies, from what to eat before hitting the pavement to the best recovery meals post-run. They share insights on avoiding common pitfalls like high-fiber foods that can disrupt your run and emphasize the importance of hydration and balanced meals for optimal performance and recovery. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this episode offers valuable tips to enhance your running experience.

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Trigger Warning: This episode discusses topics including disordered eating, exercise obsession, and mental health challenges, which may be distressing for some listeners.

Join us this week as we speak with the incredibly inspiring Rosa Power, nee Flanagan — former elite middle-distance runner turned co-founder of the Two Raw Sisters, the food and wellness platform that’s flipping traditional ideas of health on their head.

After being at the top of the game in running, winning numerous national titles and representing New Zealand, Rosa battled with the pressures of high performance sport and unfortunately formed a complicated rela...

Back to another Femmi Pod episode! Lyd's chats about her recent travels, recapping the Nike After Dark Tour Mexico, and the upcoming Sydney Marathon. Est also covers what training she has been up to lately, balancing down weeks with the harder ones. The conversation also highlights the inspiring journey of Faith Kipyegon as she attempts to break the four-minute mile, emphasizing the significance of self-belief and community support in achieving big goals.

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In this episode, Lyds and Est discuss their recent training and racing, including Esther's impressive 5K time trial performance and Lydia's challenging half marathon at the Nike After Dark Tour LA. They share insights on their mental strategies during races, and what they focus on when things get tough in a run or race. Lyds also touches on the upcoming Nike After Dark race in Mexico City, chatting about the excitement in the city and camaraderie among women runners.

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In this episode Lyds is calling in from LA as she prepares for the Nike After Dark Tour races in both LA and Mexico City. Both Est and Lyds share insights on their recent training experiences, the challenges of running alone, and the importance of tempo runs to build up your mental resilience. They also talk through the joy of racing and the plans for future races, ideally alongside the community.

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Welcome to the Femmi Pod Chloe Dalton. From representing Australia in basketball, rugby sevens, and Aussie Rules, to using her platform to elevate the stories of women in sport, Chloe is a true force for change. Her mission? To ensure female athletes get the recognition, visibility, and respect they deserve.

In this episode, Olympian Chloe Dalton shares her journey as a multifaceted athlete. She reflects on her path to winning an Olympic gold medal, the challenges faced in a male-dominated industry, and the importance of community and support among female athletes. Chloe also addresses body image issues...

In this episode of The Femmi Pod, Lydia and Esther get you up to speed on their running training, from personal highs to the races on the horizon. But the real focus? Cracking the code on what works best when it comes to training and recovery.

From cold plunges to classic sleep hygiene, they rank their Top 10 recovery and training approaches for runners - based on experience, science, and what actually makes a difference over time.

Whether you're prepping for your next race or building your base, this episode will help you sort the fads...

In this conversation, Dr. Libby discusses her journey as a nutritional biochemist, emphasizing the importance of understanding the interplay between biochemistry, nutrition, and emotional health. She highlights the critical role of iron in overall health, particularly its impact on thyroid function and mental well-being. The discussion also covers practical tips for managing iron deficiency and the often-overlooked connection between iron levels and anxiety.

In this conversation, Dr. Libby Weaver and Lydia discuss the challenges women face in managing their health amidst busy lives, focusing on the concept of Rushing Woman Syndrome. They explore innovative research in women's...

In this episode, Lydia and Esther delve into the significance of base training in running, explaining how it lays the foundation for future performance and injury prevention. The conversation emphasizes the importance of patience and consistency in building a strong aerobic base, as well as strategies for effective training. They also highlight the need for a balanced approach to workouts, avoiding the temptation to push too hard in training sessions to prove fitness.

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In this episode Femmi founders, Lydia and Esther, share personal updates on their running journeys, including Lydia's experience at the Ballarat half marathon and Esther's training progress. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of racing, the importance of community support, and their future goals.

Additionally, they unveil exciting updates about the Femmi app, highlighting its new features designed to enhance user experience and integrate training with menstrual cycle awareness.

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In this episode of the Femmi Pod, Alisha Lovrich shares her inspiring journey from being a young athlete to becoming a leading sports photographer in New Zealand. She discusses the impact of her supportive family, her experiences in various sports, and how an injury led her to discover her passion for photography.

In this conversation, Alisha shares her journey as a sports photographer, discussing the emotional depth of capturing athletic moments and the importance of storytelling through imagery. The discussion also highlights the challenges and experiences of being a woman in a male-dominated industry, emphasizing the need...

In this episode of the Femmi Pod, Lydia and Esther share personal updates, including highlights from the recent Nike After Dark Tour Sydney, a running event that celebrated women's empowerment. They discuss their training journeys, the importance of sustainable training practices, and the mindset needed for long-term success in running. The conversation emphasizes the significance of enjoying the process and focusing on personal growth rather than just immediate results.

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In this episode, we speak with Dr. Lottie Williams, the Femmi psychologist who specializes in sports psychology, to explore the multifaceted nature of pain, particularly in the context of running. We discuss the biological and psychological aspects of pain, the concept of the 'pain cave' in endurance sports, and how childhood experiences shape our relationship with pain. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding pain as a complex signal rather than something to fear, and the need for a balanced approach to pushing limits in sports, especially for young athletes.

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In this episode of the Femmi Pod, Lydia and Esther discuss their weekly running experiences, share insights on marathon training, and answer listener questions. They emphasize managing expectations in racing, and finding joy in running. The duo also reflects on their personal experiences with tough races, the impact of community in running, and the support from brands like Nike for women athletes. They conclude with thoughts on running streaks and the challenges of the sport.

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In this episode Lydia and Esther discuss the joy of running as a means of coping and finding adventure. The conversation then progresses into the significance of training for time over distance, and why time on feet is important when it comes to run training. They share personal updates on their running journeys, highlighting the balance between pushing oneself and listening to one's body.

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In this episode, Lydia and Esther discuss their recent training experiences, the importance of consistency in running, and the impact of body image comments on mental health. They share personal stories about navigating body image issues in the fitness industry and emphasize the need for positive reinforcement that focuses on performance rather than appearance. The conversation highlights the dangers of social media commentary and the importance of reframing thoughts about body image to foster a healthier mindset.

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Trigger Warning: This conversation discusses eating disorders and mental health challenges. If you're not in a place to engage with this topic right now, we encourage you to return when you feel ready.

This week, we're joined by an inspiring Femmi Friday run leader from Auckland—Saraya. A dedicated Femmi athlete and proud mum to Henry, Saraya has been training with Femmi since 2020, evolving into a strong, empowered runner who understands the impact of sustainable training and her hormones.

In this conversation, we dive into her journey with running, how training with Femmi has propelled he...

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses topics related to death, grief, and mental health struggles, which may be distressing for some listeners. If you are feeling vulnerable or in need of support, please consider listening with a trusted friend or seeking professional help. Take care of yourself, and feel free to pause or step away if needed.

In this episode we speak about the journey Lyds has been on with her father battling through the big C. We talk about the role that running can play when facing loss and challenging times. We dive into why...

This week's guest is an ex pro triathlete, an iron (wo)man Australia champion and more recently a weapon marathon and ultra runner based in the beautiful Sunny Coast, Australia. Beth grew up in California, racing for the US, but moved to Australia in 2018 and started her own clothing brand Wynn republic and this is when Beth began to focus solely on running. And that focus took her all the way to winning UTA 100 in 2024. Beth is not only an incredibly inspiring athlete, but also a good friend and training partner.

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In this episode we dive into our journey with motivation. We talk about the evolving relationship we have with both extrinsic and intrinsic motivation in relation to competition and comparison. We speak to the importance of focusing on self and how this approach can be much more sustainable.

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Ok, we made it through our second episode back after a much overdue break. In this conversation we dive into the highs and lows of the last 6 months, including the inequalities of capital raising as a startup, making tough decisions as founders and the rise in women's running. With the excitement on the coming months as we work toward the Nike After Dark Tour Sydney!

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Finally! We are back! After 6 months off recording, Femmi founders Esther and Lydia are back on the mics with new energy and plenty to share. Catch up on the last 6 months at Femmi as well as their personal running. Get ready for our regular programming of weekly uploads and stay updated on Femmi, as well as education and insightful conversations with athletes, experts and community members around the world.

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In this episode we speak to the incredible founder of the sustainable period care company, Hello Period. In 2017, Robyn McLean founded Hello Period with her best friend Mary Bond, out of the need for sustainable period products that provide women with confidence. We chat to Robyn about her journey as a founder, the importance of breaking down the taboo around periods, why education for every one is so important and to give us the insights of her incredible products - of which we personally use and love!!

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In this episode we break down our recent races at the Rotorua Marathon. We dive into how each race (the 10km and the marathon) played out for us on race day and how we have pulled up since. Throughout the conversation we chat about the idea of racing to race, and how our relationship with racing has evolved over time.

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This week we have a very exciting guest, all the way from the uk, the one and only Phily Bowden. Phily is a content creator, running coach and 2.29 marathoner, representing both England and the UK on the global stage. Not only is Phily an elite athlete, she is also incredibly relatable to all runners of all abilities. During this conversation we dive into the behind the scenes of one of the biggest and best running personalities online.

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We are two weeks out from race day at Rotorua Marathon. In this episode we dive into our training as we start to wind down for the big race. We then dive into a conversation about balancing your health and performance at the same time, and why, in fact, it is beneficial to do so.

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In this episode we dive deep into our Rotorua Marathon training builds, with Lydia training toward the 42.2km and Esther toward the 10km. We chat through how interruptions in training can affect your confidence and how to overcome these, alongside what to prioritise in training if you have to deload slightly.

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As we wrap up Women's History Month, this week on the Femmi Pod we are joined by the incredible Kathrine Switzer, who made history as one of the first women to run the Boston marathon in 1967. At that time women running marathons was unheard of. While running the marathon the race director approached Kathrine with anger and attempted to pull her off the course. Kathrine not only went on to complete the Boston marathon in 1967, she went on to complete 40 marathons since, including winning the NYC marathon in 1974. Kathrine has been a huge advocate for women's running ever since...

In this episode we chat to the incredible Elliott Heath. Elliott resides in Portland, Oregon and is both a Bowerman Track Club Coach (one of Nike’s premier running clubs) and a Nike Running Footwear Product Manager. Elliott oversees the racing portfolio across track, field and road models. Prior to his role in Nike Footwear, Elliott was an all-American collegiate middle distance runner and a professional Nike running athlete. Throughout this conversation we speak to Elliott about how Nike continues to push the boundaries of innovation, we get into the details of the new Nike Alpha Fly 3s and sp...

In this episode we do something a little different and play a game of 'Would you rather?' but a women's running edition. We also get you up to speed with all things Femmi, work and our training as we head toward the Rotorua Marathon 2024.

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In this episode you'll meet a key part of the Femmi team, Taegan Baxter. Taegan first joined the Femmi family back in 2020 as one of our very first athletes, who we coached for about two years before she joined the team in a more formal capacity, as the Head of Growth. In this conversation you'll hear about Taegan's running story and we then go on to pick her brain on her view of women's running and the future of what we are building here at Femmi.

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In this episode we catch up before diving into a conversation of the role that run clubs should pay in our lives as runners. We talk about the explosion of run crews, and break down the current trend of run clubs becoming dating clubs, including the pros and cons of this.

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We made it! Episode 100! Join us for this conversation as we share stories from our amazing Femmi Run Communities leaders about how their relationship with themselves and their bodies have evolved over time.

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