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Episode Summary
In this lively and empowering episode, Hayley and Justine kick things off with humor and honesty, sharing personal anecdotes—including the not-so-glamorous side of runner hygiene. They recap a chilly, schedule-shuffled week of training and reflect on how to set achievable running goals, especially for women returning post-pregnancy or after a long break.
The heart of the episode features an insightful interview with Sophie Fit, a Melbourne-based podiatrist and running coach. Sophie shares wisdom on mindset, realistic goal-setting, and the power of small, consistent steps. She encourages runners to embrace gradual progress, ask for help when needed, and stay positive through setbacks.
Listeners also get race prep tips, gear recs like LSKD tights with pockets and Pop Locks glitter, and a look ahead at the Gold Coast Marathon.
✨ Whether you're training for your first 5K or gearing up for a marathon, this episode is a celebration of the gritty, glittery, and giggly sides of the female running journey.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Laughs and hygiene confessions
01:05 – Weekly running highs and lows
06:33 – Listener shoutouts
09:24 – Interview with Sophie Fit
24:16 – The value of consistency
24:46 – Why asking for help matters
28:07 – Starting slow, staying steady
30:31 – Beating self-doubt
40:38 – Race prep and goal management
46:04 – Gear picks and final encouragement
In this lively and empowering episode, Hayley and Justine kick things off with humor and honesty, sharing personal anecdotes—including the not-so-glamorous side of runner hygiene. They recap a chilly, schedule-shuffled week of training and reflect on how to set achievable running goals, especially for women returning post-pregnancy or after a long break.
The heart of the episode features an insightful interview with Sophie Fit, a Melbourne-based podiatrist and running coach. Sophie shares wisdom on mindset, realistic goal-setting, and the power of small, consistent steps. She encourages runners to embrace gradual progress, ask for help when needed, and stay positive through setbacks.
Listeners also get race prep tips, gear recs like LSKD tights with pockets and Pop Locks glitter, and a look ahead at the Gold Coast Marathon.
✨ Whether you're training for your first 5K or gearing up for a marathon, this episode is a celebration of the gritty, glittery, and giggly sides of the female running journey.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Laughs and hygiene confessions
01:05 – Weekly running highs and lows
06:33 – Listener shoutouts
09:24 – Interview with Sophie Fit
24:16 – The value of consistency
24:46 – Why asking for help matters
28:07 – Starting slow, staying steady
30:31 – Beating self-doubt
40:38 – Race prep and goal management
46:04 – Gear picks and final encouragement
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