Femmi Pod: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to the Femmi Pod. Femmi is a female based coaching company. We are focused on empowering females to embrace their physiology. At Femmi we are building a community of women who can support, inspire and educate one another on how to move with our bodies and not against them. Founders, Lydia O’Donnell and Esther Keown, have come together to kick start more conversations about females, how we can make the most of our bodies, our hormones and ourselves.
Welcome to the Ascend: to the line training series. This series is all about highlighting the women's running community in the build up to the Nike After Dark Syd race in September.
While this series follows the journey to the Nike After Dark Tour, it's about so much more than one race. Whether you're lining up on the start line in September or simply love running, you'll find stories, lessons, and conversations that will inspire every part of your own running journey.
In this episode, we're joined by someone who has become one of the most important voices challenging the way we think about identity, sport, and what it means to create spaces where everyone belongs.
Kath Ebbs is a presenter, broadcaster, speaker, content creator and fierce advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. Through their work, Kath has built a platform that encourages people to question societal norms, embrace authenticity, and have the conversations that aren't always easy but are incredibly important.
Disclaimer: This podcast is independently produced by Femmi and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or produced in partnership with Nike. Any views, opinions, and recommendations shared by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Nike or any other organisation mentioned.
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Welcome to the Ascend: to the line training series. This series is all about highlighting the women's running community in the build up to the Nike After Dark Syd race in September.
While this series follows the journey to the Nike After Dark Tour, it's about so much more than one race. Whether you're lining up on the start line in September or simply love running, you'll find stories, lessons, and conversations that will inspire every part of your own running journey.
In this episode, we explore the power of community in women's running, the importance of authentic spaces, and how running can transform lives. Featuring insights from Grace and Georgia, our Femmi community leaders in Sydney, we discuss building inclusive, supportive environments for women in sport.
Disclaimer: This podcast is independently produced by Femmi and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or produced in partnership with Nike. Any views, opinions, and recommendations shared by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Nike or any other organisation mentioned.
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In this episode, Coach Lyds answers your questions. Lyds unpacks what it really takes to build a strong, resilient runner, from creating an endurance base without breaking down to understanding how weekly mileage, speed sessions and consistent training all work together to help you perform on race day. We also dive into pacing strategies, tapering, recovery, periodisation, and the role of nutrition, including natural fuelling, introducing gels, and training your gut for the demands of the half and full marathon.
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Lyds is joined by her training partner and friend Ella as she just found out she is running the Gold Coast Marathon tomorrow. Ella and Lyds discuss their marathon race plan, focusing on the importance of having fun, managing pressure, and embracing the journey over the outcome. They share insights on mindset, training, and the unpredictable nature of marathons. If you need a reminder to have fun while racing, this is the episode for you.
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In this conversation Lyds discusses the harmful societal narratives around women's health and exercise, emphasizing the importance of shifting focus from weight loss to strength, confidence, and joy in movement. She shares personal insights and calls for a change in how women are encouraged to view their bodies and fitness.
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In this episode we welcome Caitlin Judd as our guest. Caitlin is an author, speaker, coach and one of Australia’s leading voices on women’s wellbeing, confidence and self-worth. Caitlin recently released the book Good Girl, Goodbye, which explores the hidden conditioning many women grow up with — the pressure to be agreeable, high-achieving, self-sacrificing and ‘good’ at the expense of their own needs, ambition and identity.
In this insightful interview, Caitlin discusses the systemic conditioning of women as 'good girls,' the impact of patriarchy, and how women can reclaim their self-worth through awareness and self-leadership. We dive into perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, performance-based self-worth, and what it actually looks like for women to stop proving themselves and start trusting themselves.
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Come with us as we unpack our races at Ultra Trail Australia. Lyds and Beth chat about their concurrent races, with Beth tackling the 100km and Lyds in the 50km. They both share their detailed experience and insights, covering race strategy, mental resilience, technical trail running, and their expectation vs reality race day. If you're planning on running UTA or any other trail race in the future, this is a great conversation to listen to and learn from. Both Lyds and Beth share their future racing plans and the likelihood they'll be back at UTA next year.
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Most women’s training journeys are limited by a lack of community, education, and understanding of their bodies, but what if you could change all that? In this episode Lyds reveals how building a supportive training collective not only makes race day more achievable but transforms your relationship with running for good. Lyds shares how consistent training builds unstoppable confidence. You’ll discover how the process of preparing for a race, day after day, is where the real growth happens — physically, mentally, and emotionally.
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In this episode, Lyds welcomes Beth McKenzie back on the Femmi Pod for a second time. Beth is an elite trail runner, mum to two girls and business owner. Lyds and Beth chat about her recent race performances, training strategies, and insights into the evolving landscape of women in ultra running. Beth shares practical tips for hill training, discusses her experience with race setbacks, and advocates for greater respect and inclusion for women in endurance sports.
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This week we welcome New Zealand Champion Frances Redmond to the Femmi Pod. Frances works full time as a pharmacist and balances work with training, and racing. Winning the NZ champs at 3 peaks mountain race, first place at Kepler challenge 2025, a top 10 at Tarawera 50km, and just over the weekend placed 2nd at Routeburn Classic. In this episode we explore Frances' journey from novice to winning an NZ title, her training strategies, the importance of community, and most importantly, her simple love of running.
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Lyds is back to answer your questions. Covering all things training, Nike running events, After Dark tour, home life and how to build yourself up as a running coach. PLUS Lyds introduces a brand new feature to the Femmi app - Run Hubs! Build your own virtual women's running community in Femmi now.
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Join Lyds as she welcomes New Zealand trail runner Caitlin Fielder to the Femmi Pod. Caitlin is a multi-time medalist at the Tarawera 100 and 50k, 8th at the 100mile Western States in 2025, she was the first woman across the line at UTA 50 in 2025 and the list goes on. During this conversation they explore Caitlin's journey from diverse sports in New Zealand to elite trail running, the importance of mental resilience, nutrition, and the evolving role of women in the sport. Discover insights on training, balancing health and performance, and the inspiring story behind Caitlin's grit and determination to be one of the best ultra trail runners in the world.
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We are finally back for 2026! In this episode we reconnect to share updates on our running journeys. We chat about our progress so far this year, Lyds speaks to her transition into the trails and we both discuss trail vs road running. We also cover Lyds recent health diagnosis of POTs. A whole episode on POTs will come.
Join us over the coming months as we bring on some incredible guests that we know will inspire you and your running journey.
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In this episode, Lyds and Est sit down to reflect on the year that was 2025 - honestly unpacking the challenges, celebrating the highlights, and exploring the growth that shaped them both personally and professionally.
They dive into what it really looked like to build Femmi over the past year: the resilience required in moments of loss, the realities of growing a company as women, and the deep importance of championing female founders in a world that still doesn’t make it easy.
The conversation also opens up about what’s ahead in 2026, with both sharing the shifts—personal and professional—that are guiding their next chapter. It’s a thoughtful, grounded, and intimate look behind the scenes of two women navigating purpose, leadership, and community.
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Welcome to Conquer Cancer — a Guinness World Record attempt with a powerful goal: raising $1 million for cancer. In this episode, we’re joined by Jacqui and Steph from Conquer Cancer to talk about the event, what drew them to it, and the personal ways cancer has shaped their lives. Together, we explore how the “big C” can radically shift perspective, the lessons adversity can teach, the importance of holding loved ones close, and the resilience that can grow through even the hardest seasons.
More about the Conquer Cancer event: For 29 days straight, a single baton will move day and night as we aim to break the Guinness World Record for the longest continuous relay. Every move counts. Whether you’re walking, jogging, running, or cheering from the sidelines, you’re part of a community turning hope into action. Join Femmi on the 20-22 of Feb.
In partnership with Camp Quality and The Florey Institute, your effort will fund groundbreaking research and bring joy to families impacted by cancer.
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In this conversation, Lyds and Est discuss their personal insights on how happiness and relaxation contribute to better performance in running, highlighting the importance of balance in training. They speak to finding the balance of focus, pressure and stress to build a healthy relationship with the sport. The conversation also covers the importance of understanding your why in running and how to prioritize what motivates you.
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In this conversation, Lyds and Est chat about the importance of following a plan, even if you aren't training toward a race. They explore how consistency drives lasting success and how Femmi's inclusive, accessible training programs are designed to support every individual. Discover the Cultivating Consistency Plan and learn how to build sustainable habits that help you move, grow, and thrive, for the long run.
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Join us for an update from Esther about her ovarian cancer journey. Est dives into the roller coaster that she has been on over the last few months and we are all extremely happy to share her good news with her recent test results. Est speaks to the emotional challenges faced during this time, the importance of community support, and the role of energy healing in her recovery.
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In this episode, Lyds welcomes Sara Widdowson, Femmi’s expert Dietitian, to unpack one of the most important topics in female athlete health — nutrition and recovery after RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport).
This is Part 2 of our Returning to Running After RED-S series — don’t miss Part 1 with Dr. Izzy Smith, where we explore the medical and hormonal aspects of RED-S recovery.
Sara and Lyds dive into practical nutrition strategies for female runners and active women, discussing:
- How to restore energy balance and avoid under-fuelling
- The essential role of carbohydrates for endurance, recovery, and hormonal health
- Key micronutrients like calcium and iron for bone strength and energy levels
- How diet culture and societal pressures can disrupt women’s eating behaviors and performance
You’ll learn evidence-based tips on creating personalized nutrition plans, rebuilding a healthy relationship with food, and developing sustainable eating habits to support long-term athletic performance and overall wellbeing.
If you’re a woman athlete, runner, or coach supporting women in sport, this conversation offers the knowledge and tools to fuel your training, recovery, and confidence — from the inside out.
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This is Part 1 of a two part series based on how to return to running after going through Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) with our women's health experts . In this episode Femmi endocrinologist Dr Izzy speaks about the science behind RED-S, its symptoms, diagnosis, and the importance of nutrition in recovery. The conversation emphasizes the need for athletes to understand their energy needs and the signs of under-fueling. Dr. Izzy provides insights into how to safely return to running after experiencing RED-S, highlighting the importance of gradual training increases and monitoring health markers. The episode concludes with a focus on the role of stress management in athletic performance and recovery.
Join us next week as we bring in our Femmi dietician to speak specifically on the nutritional side of RED-S.
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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 face of adversity.
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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.
Whether you're in training for Sydney Marathon, another race or without a race in mind, listen to learn what motivates Lydia when she is training alone.
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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 relationship with food. Stepping away from competitive athletics to rebuild her health from the inside out, what began as a personal healing journey, alongside her sister Margo, has grown into a movement that encourages hundreds and thousands of people - especially women - to nourish their bodies, slow down, and take a more intuitive approach to wellbeing.
In this conversation we dive into Rosa’s story: from life on the track to life in the kitchen, how she redefined her idea of success, and why the conversation around food, body image, and health needs to change — especially in sport for women.
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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 and the evolving conversation around women's health in sports, emphasizing the need for a supportive environment that fosters growth and recognition for female athletes. Chloe also discusses the inception of The Female Athlete Project, and the challenges faced by female athletes in media representation.
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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 from the fundamentals and find the tools that actually work.
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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 health, the importance of empowerment through knowledge, and the impact of stress on health. Dr. Libby shares insights on how stress can lead to various health issues, particularly in women, and emphasizes the need for self-care and nourishment. The discussion also highlights the balance between work and well-being, encouraging women to prioritize their health and values.
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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 for visibility and representation of women in sports photography. Alisha reflects on memorable moments in her career, showcasing the emotional connections formed through her work and the rise of women's sports.
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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.
We explore the complexities of pain in endurance sports, discussing the mental and physical aspects of pushing through discomfort. We share personal experiences and strategies for managing pain during races, the perception of time in pain, and the balance between self-care and resilience. The discussion also touches on gender differences in pain perception and the emotional aspects of running.
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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 her performance to new heights, her relationship with her body and mind through pregnancy, and the incredible support of the Femmi community in Auckland.
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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 we tend to lean into doing hard physical things when mentally we are struggling. This is a tough, but important conversation.
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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.
We dive into Beth's journey with sport, how she transitioned from triathlon into running, her diverse training approach and other tactics that she has used to stay injury free and reach her peak performance in ultra marathoning.
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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, founding ‘261 Fearless’ a global womens running network - empowering women to run, something we are obviously also so passionate about at Femmi.
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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 speak about the importance of running communities.
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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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In this episode we get you up to speed with all things Femmi - from our own running, through to building the Femmi app and current challenges being women founders. We then dive into an conversation about the role of validation (or feeling validated) when it comes to building your confidence as a woman. Understanding your unique female physiology is critical to help you make the best decisions for both your training and your health.
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In this episode we are joined by our Femmi Physiotherapist, the amazing Grace Coombs. Grace has a particular interest in physiotherapy for runners alongside women’s health. We speak to Grace about all the things we can do as women runners that can set us up for a sustainable year of running. We dive into the most common running injuries, how to prevent them and how to keep our bodies healthy and strong.
Listen to other Graces episodes:
Ep 26 - Grace Coombs Femmi Physiotherapist
Ep 53 - Pre- and Postnatal Physio with Grace Coombs
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Welcome back to the Femmi Pod for 2024. The Femmi Pod is safe space to talk about women, running, movement and many things in between. In this episode we talk about setting intentions for the year ahead and break down why we run, as well as why we are so passionate about getting (and keeping) other women in the sport. We also discussed women who we are finding inspiration from watching their running journey, such as @rileyj
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In this episode we are excited to welcome the incredible Colleen Quigley. Colleen has not only won the US 3000m steeplechase title, but also placed 8th at the 2016 Rio Olympics, alongside many other extremely inspiring results. Colleen (or steeple squigs as some of you may know her by) is also now competing in the sport of triathlon. But what we love most about Colleen is her drive to inspire more young girls and women to stay in sport - something we touch on in this episode.
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In this episode we welcome back to the pod our incredible Femmi expert, Dr Izzy Smith. Dr Izzy is an Australian based doctor working in endocrinology and is part of our medical expert team, guiding femmi on all things womens health. In this episode we deep dive into contraception for women and the pros and cons of the differing forms of it, from the oral contraceptive pill (or the OCP) through to the different IUDs. We also chat about their potential impacts on performance as female runners.
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This pod is a safe space to talk about women, running, movement and many things in between. We acknowledge that 2023 has been an incredibly difficult year for many people. We hope that the Femmi pod and our stories can provide some welcome distraction. Please enjoy this episode where we touch on some of the highs and lows of the year with regards to our running and journeys as founders of Femmi.
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In this episode we give you some big updates on the app..spoiler alert, WE ARE NOW IN THE APP STORE. We then want to dive into a conversation about what we believe women runners need to succeed - ‘success’ referring to whatever YOU see as personal success in the sport.
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In this episode we get you up to speed where we are at in both training and work, and get you across the exciting updates on building the Femmi app. We then dive into the importance of celebrating the wins - from the big to the small, and how stopping to celebrate can actually give you even more motivation to push.
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In this episode we welcome two very special guests to the pod. Joining us is our incredible Femmi coach, Amy O’Halloran, along with Zoe van Potaka, an athlete and coach herself. Both of these incredible women are not only amazing runners, but also have one of the most important jobs of all, being mums! We are super excited to be diving into the conversation about running through pregnancy, taking time off and coming back after giving birth. Follow Zoe on IG - @zoe.vanpotakaFollow Amy on IG - @amymummarunnerrmaFind Femmi on IG @femmi.co or head to our website here
After a busy couple of weeks at Femmi, we are back and here to catch you up on all the fun things we’ve been up to, plus all the challenges we’ve been facing. So listen in as we give you an overview of the last few weeks as athletes, coaches, business owners and female founders.Follow Femmi on IG - Femmi.coHead to our website femmi.coWatch the Women in Motion series
This week we speak to the amazing Megzy Waters. Megzy is the Nike trainer here in the Pacific and a proud Warumungu/Yawuru woman, who stands strongly with her Aboriginal culture. Megzy is all things sport, being the host of Yokayi footy, the owner of her own gym, airlocker training in Brunswick melbourne, and just an epic voice for change all across Australia.
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In this episode, we fill you in on the latest news, including Est being struck down by covid again! We then dive into the importance of a taper in the lead up to a race, as well as the exciting events going on throughout the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival weekend for our Femmi Community.
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In this episode we welcome the two times Mountain Running World Champion, Grayson Murphy, otherwise known as Racin Grayson. Grayson didn’t find running until a little later in life, at university, and has now gone on to be one of the best runners in the world. Grayson is not only an amazing trail runner, but she has also achieved some pretty amazing results on the track and the road too. We chat to Grayson about her running career, as well as her pure passion for the sport, and her desire to help more women to be seen the running space too.
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In this episode we break down the reasons why rest days are so important. We chat through our own experiences as athletes and how, by not taking rest days, our mental and physical health suffered. We discuss tools to help remove the feeling of guilt on a rest day and how to build yourself into a sustainable runner for life.
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In this episode we speak with the incredible Katie Babbott, a researcher at the University of Auckland, as well as a passionate runner, who is part of the Femmi Run Community. Katie has recently completed her PhD titled ‘Eating behaviours, body image and mental health: updated estimates of adolescent health, well-being and positive functioning in Aotearoa NZ.” Throughout this conversation we dive into Katies work and her findings, and the issues surrounding bad body image for girls and women.
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Finally we can let you in on the secret, we are building an app! In this episode we talk you through what we've been working on. The Femmi app is coming. Join us to hear more about what the Femmi app is all about and the in's and out's of the building process.
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This week we welcome the VP of Nike Women's Sports Apparel, the incredible Jordie Katcher. Jordie has spent the last 20 years with Nike working across the brand in many differing functions - including retail, digital, and apparel for running and women's fitness. Jordie led the team that developed 13 of the kits for the recent global football event and is on the pod to speak about that incredible process, as well as her passion for driving change for women in sport.
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In this episode we catch up on our training and what we've been up to lately! We then dive into a conversation about how you can build confidence in yourself as a runner. We talk about the fact that if you run, you're a runner and the sooner you can accept this the better for your relationship with running. We break down the steps you can take to improve your confidence in your running self and how to enjoy the sport at its best.
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Trigger warning: This episode covers topics such as eating disorders, body image issues and mental health issues. If you find these conversations distressing, skip this episode and come back next week.
This week we have the amazing Annika Pfitzinger on the pod. Anni is a kiwi runner who grew up with two very successful running parents. Her father, Pete, represented the US in the ‘84 and ‘88 Olympics for the marathon and mother, Christine, ran for NZ at the ‘88 Olympics. Anni excelled at running through her teenage years and early twenties, but over the last 5 years has suffered severe health challenges. Thankfully Anni has come back stronger than ever and recently placed second at the New Zealand Cross Country champs. We can't wait for you to hear her story of strength and resilience.
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This week you have Lydia and Esther back to chat. We cover off what we have been up to lately and then dive into a conversation about the current hype in the sport of running. We speak through the evolution of running over the last 15 years, from community running, to social media and running style. We break down the pros and cons of the hype and suggest advice on how to use it to your advantage. Follow Femmi on IG - @femmi.coHead to our website femmi.co
Join us in this episode to hear what Lyds and Est have been up to lately - including Lydia speaking about her experience running her first Ultra Marathon!! We then answer all of your questions heading into the Nike Melbourne Marathon festival training plans. We break down how to approach the training programs and try to remove any concerns you may have. To sign up to the FREE half and full marathon plans head to femmi.co
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This episode is spent with the one and only Brodie Kane. Brodie is a kiwi broadcaster, with her podcast (which we love), the Girls uninterrupted, as well as Kiwi yarns, and runs her own media company, Brodie Kane media. Brodie is the epitome of a strong and confident woman who will take no BS. We are so excited to dive into Brodies story today and share with you her advice on how to feel empowered as a woman in 2023.Follow Brodie on IG - @brodiejeankane Head our Femmi on IG or head to our website femmi.co
In this episode we announce our partnership with Athletics New Zealand! And chat about why this means so much to us at Femmi. We then get into a conversation of performance of health and performance of self. We explain the difference and why putting our health first is crucial in order to reach our goals. Follow Femmi on IG - @femmi.coHead to our website femmi.co
We are back and excited to chat. Catch up on what we've been up to, our training and hear Lyd's tips on how to manage sticking to a run plan while traveling. Get excited for more great conversations to come.Follow Femmi on IG - @femmi.coHead our our website - femmi.co
In this episode we give you a download from the last couple of weeks and then get into answering your questions! Thanks to all those listeners who submitted them. Listen to 'The crisis in girls sport with Lauren Fleshman' Listen to 'Dealing with covid as a runner'Listen to 'Fear of failure as a woman*"Listen to 'How to get stronger as a woman'Follow Femmi on IG - @femmi.co
All the way from America, our guest on this episode is not only an incredible athlete but also a huge voice for change. Allie Ostrander is a 3x NCAA Division 1 champion but so much more than her results on the track. Allie is an incredible advocate for women in sport and body image issues. She has a huge and successful social media presence, sharing her life on youtube and we dive into Allie's story around her relationship with sport.
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This week we are going to get you up to speed on the last couple of weeks, as they have been a whirlwind! And we dive into the fear of failure as a woman, as we are sure MANY of you can relate to this. We chat about our own experiences with failure and how to rewrite the narrative. We also break down why failing is part of succeeding and why we think women feel the failure more than men.
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This week we welcome on the pod the incredible Femmi Strength expert Bex Attwell. Bex has been coaching our Femmi athletes break PBs in the gym, to beat injuries and to improve their running. Bex is not only a weapon athlete herself, but is also studying towards her PhD in sports science, titled 'Optimizing health and performance for elite female athletes through improved athlete and coach knowledge of the menstrual cycle.' In this conversation we chat through Bex's story, the importance of strength training and why females should be fuelling for performance, not aesthetics.
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In this episode Lydia and Esther catch you up on what they've been up to, their training (the good/the bad), and then dive deep into programming, periodization and periods. They talk through how a good running programme should look like, what does periodization even mean?! They speak about how to execute a speed session and the 'why' behind speed (shout out to Tough Girl Tuesday). Follow Femmi on iG - @femmi.co Head to our website femmi.co
In this episode we speak to the incredible Nike product expert, Molly Polak. Molly is a marathon runner and has spent the last 7 years at Nike, finding herself in an EKIN role for Nike Pacific. In this conversation we talk all things technical running products for women* and the importance of finding the right fit. We deep dive into both footwear and sports bras, and Molly explains why these two pieces of product for runners are so important.
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In this episode we cover what we have been up to recently from a Femmi work perspective as well as in our own training. We chat through the upcoming goals and how we training towards them. We then jump into asking Chat GPT “What do runners struggle with the most? “ and “What do female runners struggle with the most?”. We break down the answers and our advice, as running coaches, on how to overcome these challenges. Follow Femmi on IG - @femmi.coHead to our website femmi.co Listen to our Podcast on How to Train to your Menstrual Cycle
This week we are bringing back our incredible Femmi Dietician, Sara Widdowson. Sara is a hormone champion, expert in helping women with their periods or regaining their menstrual cycle and fertility journeys. In this episode we deep dive into the menstrual cycle and how you, if you are someone who menstruates, can align your nutrition to your menstrual cycle to make the most of your fluctuating hormones. We also touch on how to mitigate potential symptoms that can arise during your cycle.
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In this episode we break down five top tips and tricks on how to be a better runner. No matter what level you are at with your running, if you’re a beginner or an experienced athlete, we believe our advice as coaches and runners, will help you to improve where you are at.Follow Femmi on IG - @femmi.coHead to our website femmi.co
In this episode we deep dive into the importance of iron in female athletes with our incredible Femmi Sports Scientist, Claire Badenhorst. Claire is a Senior Lecturer in Exercise and Sport Science at Massey University and her role is focused on research, post-graduate student supervision, teaching, and serving as Major Leader of the Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sport Science). Claire’s research to date has focused on health and wellbeing in athletes, with a particular interest in female physiology and the menstrual cycle, iron status and regulation, and low energy availability. Listen to this episode to learn about how the menstrual cycle and low iron are related and how we can help to stay on top of low iron.
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In this episode we fill you in on what we have been up to for the month of March. From International Women's Day through to Femmi education sessions with Nike and the Move with You by Femmi retreat. We then break down the conversation of confidence. We have talked about confidence on past episodes, but in this episode we want to dive into our journeys with confidence and some key things that have helped us to build our own confidence over time.Follow Femmi on IG - @femmi.coHead to our website - femmi.co
Our guest this week is New Zealand's fastest woman, who recently broke the Oceania 100m record and ran the fastest 100m time EVER on Australian soil. Zoe Hobbs is not only an incredible athlete, but also a cofounder of a nutrition start up called Athos. Zoe is the epitome of hard work and self belief, and now holds a PB of 10.97 seconds. Zoe speaks to us about her journey as an athlete, her relationship with food and how she now focuses on her self in a holistic manner to perform at such a high level.
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Femmi has been built to empower women through movement, connection and education. It isn’t a moment in time, we are driving for awareness, support, resource and recognition every single day.
Today we wanted to drop in a short episode about our take on International Womens Day.
This year it is thought that Embrace Equity is the 2023 theme - but in actual fact the IWD theme globally led by the UN is DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality. The focus is on digital technologies contributing to gender biases and widening the economic and social inequalities for women. The UN are aiming to build a safer, more inclusive & more equitable digital future.
We personally love this theme as it is close to our heart, being a Femtech company that plays in the science and sporting space.
Check out the AAUW resource on Women in STEM here
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In this episode we talk about all things mindfulness and slowing down with the beautiful Zoe Klein. Zoe has been teaching yoga since 2015 and lives and breathes mindfulness practices. Zoe has recently joined the Nike team alongside Lydia, as the Nike Yoga teacher and not only is she a meditation instructor, she is also a qualified psychotherapist. Enjoy this convo with Zoe and learn how, as female hustlers we can all balance out our wellbeing.
In this episode Lydia and Esther catch up on what they have been up to - touching on their training and how they're feeling with where they are at with their running. They then dive into a conversation about social media and the crazy statistics that have come to light about the affects social media is having on teenager and in particular girls.
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Link to the article on how social media is a direct cause of increased mood disorders in young woman and teens. https://jonathanhaidt.substack.com/p/social-media-mental-illness-epidemic
This week on the podcast Lydia is luck enough to be chatting to four Femmi's who recently completed the Tarawera Ultra Marathon - including our amazing Esther who raced the 21km trail race, the incredible Lucy Barthomolmew, who WON the miler, beautiful Taegan Baxter, who ran the 50km for the second time and the strong Emma Williamson, who completed the 100km distance for the first time ever. Throughout this episode you will hear their stories and learn that no matter the distance or pace, every achievement is incredible - so be proud of where you are at in your journey.
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We are so excited to be introducing our new Femmi Expert - Sport and Exercise Scientist Claire Badenhorst. Claire completed her PhD in Exercise Physiology at The University of Western Australia 2017 and now works at Massey University as a Senior Lecturer in Exercise and Sport Science. Her role at Massey University is focused on research, post-graduate student supervision, teaching, and serving as Major Leader of the Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sport Science). Claire’s research to date has focused on health and wellbeing in athletes, with a particular interest in female physiology and the menstrual cycle, iron status and regulation, and low energy availability. With a personal research programme focused on women’s health, Claire can see the value of not only promoting women’s health research but ensuring equity and access to information to ensure all individuals can benefit from the resources, support, and information that will enable them to succeed in their health, sport, and career.
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This week we dive into Lydia's latest Instagram post 'What not to put up with in 2023'. We speak about the toxic behaviours behind before and after photos, how dangerous it can be working with trainers who set goals based on aesthetics, working with coaches who don't know anything about the menstrual cycle, unhealthy fad diets and the damage that can done from spending time on training platforms that encourage comparison.
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We are so excited to introduce to you our NEW femmi running coach - the incredible, Dora Atim. Dora is a Nike Run Club coach and the founder of Ultra Black Running - a running community built for Black woman and gender nonconforming people to tackle the barriers that present for these marginalised groups within running. Dora is also a youth mentor, doing the incredible work of encouraging young people to engage in sport. Throughout this episode we cover Dora's story, how she got into running and the mission she is on to help others to feel seen and heard in our sport. We can't wait for you to also be inspired by her story.
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In this episode Lyds and Est chat about the importance of addressing expectations vs reality when making plans and/or setting goals. We chat through the current situation we find ourselves in and how having a flexible mindset has allowed us to accept challenges as they arise.
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Welcome back! We are so excited to be back for 2023 and to continuing chasing our purpose of creating a more equitable sporting and exercise arena for women*. This episode we catch up about our time off and discuss our intentions for going into the year ahead. We break down words the resonate for us this year and how we are going to focus on building confidence through our physical bodies, our mental strength and our emotional capacity.
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Celebrating the year of 2022. Thank you for all of the support you’ve given to us this year. All of the community who have run with us at Femmi events, all of the athletes who run under our coaching guidance, all of you who tune in each week. This year has been a big one for us at Femmi and more than anything we couldn’t be more proud of our team. All of you who have helped join our mission of creating a more equitable sporting arena for women and to empower those females around you, and yourself, by learning more about your body. Without your energy on this journey we don’t know where we would be. So thank you.
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This week we welcome back our Femmi Physiotherapist Grace Coombs. If you haven't yet listened to our first episode with Grace, we suggest you go back to listen to Ep 26 first. Grace is a Womens Health Physio, and has expertise in working closely with females who may have pelvic floor or abdominal concerns secondary to pregnancy, postnatal, endometriosis and other hormonal disorders. This episode we dive deep into Pre and Postnatal Physiotherapy for women and Grace answers many of your burning questions.
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In this episode we are having a conversation about male allies. We dive deep into the trolling misogynists on social media after we noticed some pretty unnecessary comments on an article about our recent guest, the incredible Erchana. We also chat through some statistics on how many more women face negative comments online compared to men and why we think this is the case.
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This episode we are joined by a total badass. Erchana Murray Bartlett is currently on an crazy 6,200 kilometre adventure in Australia, running from Cape York to Melbourne. Erchana is covering a marathon a day for FIVE months straight - 155 marathons in total. She is not only trying to raise awareness for wildlife diversity loss but also aiming to educate Aussies on the benefits of getting out to enjoy the great outdoors safely. Not only supporting incredible causes, Erchana is also breaking a Guinness World Record along the way. Enjoy this conversation with the inspiring Erchana and share her amazing feats to encourage everyone to get around her.
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Episode 50 !!! This episode we recap the IWG Women in Sport conference in Auckland, NZ. We attended the conference to learn from and engage with other incredible humans trying to change the game for women in sport. We get the opportunity to interview three amazing leaders in this space. Learn more about them below.
- Pre-warning: The audio from the interviews are low quality due to the setting we were chatting in. Trust us that the interviews are still worth listening to.
Gabriela Mueller Mendoza is an energetic and engaging professional speaker and coach. Her mission is to increase diversity in leadership in sports organisations for better results. Originally from Mexico City, and now lives in Switzerland. Her work has created impact in over 80 countries for the past 20 years. Founder and creator of Women Lead Sports Master Program womenleadsports.com empowering over 5000 graduates since 2007. Graduates get elected and run successful election campaigns to earn high decision making positions as leader in sports organisations.
Jayanthi Kuru-Utumpala is the first person from Sri Lanka to climb Mt Everest, in May of 2016. Jayanthi is not only an incredibly strong climber but is also an advocate for the rights of LGBTQI community and women’s rights alongside studying and researching gender studies and Womens rights.
Tim Corbett is the CEO of the Sir John Kirwan foundation and on the board of the Women in Sport Aotearoa. Tim has a diverse background in the commercial, health and social impact sectors. With over 25 years’ experience in creating change at a national and community level, Tim is driven to bring together the strength of whānau and community led change with the skills and resources of the commercial sector to create transformational change and intergenerational impact.
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In this episode we dive into our own journeys with disordered eating behaviours, from being a teenage girl struggling with body image issues to being a competitive female athlete. We talk through some challenging times and experiences that we both went through. We then introduce our Femmi Dietician Sara Widdowson to the conversation, who brings in her expert advice around eating disorders and disordered eating behaviours.
Resources:
Butterfly Foundation - Australia
EDANZ - New Zealand
Just Eat It
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We are back. And we would like to think better than ever! This episode we catch up on what we have been up to while we were on holiday and in particular with our running. We then dive deep into the power of the female athletes voice. We speak about the recent news around the Australian Netball team and the impressive stance Donnell Wallam took to push back on racism. And go further into the changing landscape of sporting media and how women, alongside the digital world we live in, is helping to progress this for the better.
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This episode we are honoured to interview the legend Izzi Batt-Doyle. Izzi is one of Australia's leading female runners, representing Australia at the Tokyo Olympics. Izzi also ran at the recent Commonwealth Games, placing an incredible 8th in both the 5000m and 10000m. Izzi is not only an extremely talented athlete, but she also coaches and heads up an incredible run community in her hometown, Adelaide, called Run As One. And recently opened The Run House cafe. We chat to Izzi about her running career so far and how Izzi is able to continually able to give back to others in the community.
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This episode is all about the effects of psychological stress on our holistic health. Esther gives us an update on the challenges she has been facing in her personal life and we break down the impact this has had on other areas of her life. We talk about ways we deal with emotions and how to protect our mental health.
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This episode we hand the mic over to our community members to speak. A handful of Femmi athletes and coaches tell their stories around how the lack of education in the female space impacted them growing up and why this education is so important now. The athletes and coaches talk through how learning about their bodies has changed the way they see themselves and what Femmi has done for their confidence.
Thanks to Grace, Rachel, Lydia, Laura, Taegan and Becky for sharing their vulnerable stories with us.
Follow the team on IG - @youngercollins @rachbierley @lydzpalmieri @taeganbaxter @rebekahgreene
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On this episode we welcome back to the pod our incredible Femmi Endocrinologist Dr Izzy Smith. Dr Izzy is an Australian based doctor working in endocrinology and is part of our expert team that created Femmi Theory, our new game changing online education course built to empower everyone to work better with females in sport and exercise. In this episode we deep dive into the importance of education and awareness of female physiology, Dr Izzy busts plenty of medical myths we thought to be true growing up and we talk about what can be done better for females to not only be thriving in sport, but in life away from sport too.
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This week Lyds is running solo. As Esther is facing a challenging time with her beautiful partner falling ill, she is taking some time out. In this episode Lydia chats through the importance of gratitude, especially when facing tough times, and gives a brief update on why she has pulled out of Chicago Marathon. Lydia also covers the up and coming launch of Femmi Theory.
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This episode we welcome the first ever male to the podcast. James Mortimer is an ex athlete, a long time friend and an incredible athletics coach to many of New Zealand's best sprinters. James has coached multiple women to National titles across sprint distances, and recently had huge success with New Zealand's fastest woman, Zoe Hobbs. Zoe broke the Oceania 100m record and made it through to the Semi-finals at World champs, and placed 6th at the Commonwealth Games, all under the guidance and support of James. James would have to be one of the leading sprint coaches and has an incredible at working with female athletes specifically.
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This week we had the absolute honour to interview Femmi Run Coach Meriem Daoui. Meriem is a shining light and a go-getter. Working as a shift nurse, training for marathons and continually doing things for others, Meriem inspires so many to also giveback. Meriem speaks to us about her challenging childhood, her journey with an eating disorder and mental challenges, to then finding running as a tool to recovery. We are so excited to share this conversation with Meriem.
Trigger Warning: This episode discusses eating disorders and mental health. If you feel like this isn’t the time for you to listen to such convos, skip this episode and come back to us next week.
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This week on the pod we are talking about a very exciting project we have working on. Femmi Theory. An online education course to help educate others on how to empower women through sport and movement. We speak about the reason why we have created this course and our hopes in the changes that this education will make for women. More details of Femmi Theory will be available soon on our IG and website.
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This week we speak to the incredible Megan Woff. Megan is an engineer, the female founder of a creative company called Bellish and is now the head of accelerator programme at Startmate. (For those who don’t know Startmate and missed episode 36 - Start mate is Australasia’s biggest Accelerator programme for Start Ups.) Megan speaks to us about her vast experience as a female in a male dominated space, both in the engineering world and the start up world. We break down the importance of building confidence and self belief in ourselves as women and Megan gives us tips on how to do this.
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This week on the Femmi Pod, Esther and Lydia discuss the importance of women supporting women, in order to get a step closer to gender equality. They dive into their thoughts around why women have traditionally found it hard to support one another. They also speak about instances where they found themselves competing against other females and how, by working on your relationship with yourself, you can build stronger, more supportive relationships with others.
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This week on the Femmi Pod we have a three time returning guest to the pod - none other than our Head Femmi Trail and ultra coach - Lucy Bartholomew. Lucy is one of Australia's finest ultra and trail runners, with a long list of accolades to her name. Recently Lucy was on a mission to run the famous Western States Ultramarathon in the US for the third time. Unfortunately Lucy faced a few challenges throughout the race and wasn’t able to complete the course. Lucy has always been one of the strongest athletes we know. Throughout this episode Lucy dives into her journey both in the build up and in the race, and although only three weeks post race, she explains her lessons and learnings from her experience at Western States 2022.
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We have a very exciting announcement to share with you all. Thank you for being on this journey with us.
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This week on the podcast we have the amazing Annie Keown, not only Esther's sister but an expert in Social Justice. Annie is a passionate feminist who is studying towards her PhD in gender studies. Her honours paper looked into the genocide of indigenous women in Canada and the US and delved into New Zealand’s history to see if these same atrocities happened in New Zealand to indigenous Maori women.
Annie is extremely knowledgeable in the history of the feminist movement and during this conversation we picked her brains to better understand the history of oppression against women and where we are today.
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Instagram accounts to follow:
Abortion funds, organising and resources
Sister Song (National Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective – USA): @sistersong_woc
Abortion Funds (grassroots networking and ethical funding for abortion – USA): @abortionfunds
Monica Raye Simpson (leader of Sister Song): @artivistmonicarayesimpson
Forward Together (nonprofit organisation): @fwdtogether
Urge (reproductive justice, people of color-led organising, queer justice, youth – USA): @urge_org
Feminist, LGBTQ+, anti-racist and social justice activists to follow
Australia and New Zealand
Emmaline (Pacific women’s rights, Pasifika justice, anti-racism, Maori women’s rights):
@ememmalineem
Nadia Bokody (feminism, women’s sexual empowerment, queer justice): @nadiabokody
The Australian Feminists (feminism, intersectionality, indigenous rights): @theaustralianfeminists
Disability, disabled justice and accessibility
Imogen Fox (bodily autonomy, disabled justice, queer justice, accessibility):
@thefeedingofthefox
Ruby Allegra (trans rights and trans justice, disabled justice, queer justice): @rvbyallegra
LGBTQ rights, trans and queer justice
ALOK (queer and trans justice, gender politics): @alokvmenon
Travis Alabanza (queer and trans justice, gender politics): @travisalabanza
Munroe Bergdorf (LGBTQ justice, LGBTQ rights): @munroebergdorf
Anti-racism and racial justice
Amanda Jacobsen (grassroots community funding, anti-racism, feminism): @amander007
Blair Imani (social justice and education, anti-racism): @blairimani
Ericka Hart (sex education, anti-racism, queer and trans justice, black and indigenous rights):
@ihartericka
Self-love, empowerment, fat activism and body liberation –
The Fat Sex Therapist (self-love, empowerment, anti-racism and queer justice, sex therapy):
@thefatsextherapist
Emily Nagoski (sex education, feminism, sexual empowerment): @enagoski
Megan Jayne Crabbe (fat activism, feminism, anti-racism, self-love): @meganjaynecrabbe
Feminism and social justice general
Feminist (feminism general): @feminist
Liberal Jane (feminist, queer, and intersectional artwork): @liberaljane
Nasty Feminism (feminism, anti-racism, social justice): @nastyfeminism
Recommended readings for learning more about feminism and social justice
Kimberlé Crenshaw “Mapping the Margins: Intersectionality, Identity Politics, and Violence against women of Color"
Bell Hooks “Ain’t I a Woman?”
Daisy Hernández and Bushra Rehman “Colonize This! Young Women of Color on Today’s Feminism”
This week Esther and Lydia discuss two very important topics. The first one being the latest news in America - Roe v. Wade being over-turned. We talk through the details of this issue and the implications this is going to have on women going forward. We then change direction and talk in depth about the importance of keeping young girls in sport. We bring to light the reasons why we believe girls are dropping out of sport at two times the rate of boys and discuss how we think we can prevent this.
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This week we talk to the incredible Anneke Grogan. Annie is a Masters Psychology graduate and here to carry on the conversation about body image as an expert from last week. Annie studied in America on an athletics scholarship at SMU, and later pursued and completed her masters in NZ. Her Masters was on a topic that many runners can relate to - “You don’t look like a runner”. Annie’s masters looks into the psychology behind why that statement and other factors impact female runners so deeply and can drive body image issues, disordered eating and much more.
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This week we speak about body image and the journey both of us (Esther and Lydia) have had with our own bodies. We speak through the issues and experiences that led us to struggling with our bodies and unfortunately, on to disordered eating behaviours. We speak about the importance of terminology when it comes to speaking about what people look like, and touch on where we are at now with our relationships towards our bodies and how we got here.
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We are back! After two weeks off we are refreshed and ready for more conversations about females*. This week we are talking about our own Femmi Community and why we love the beautiful community of women. We talk through the importance of acceptance in a community and how important it is to be aware of toxic environments when it comes to community.
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This episode we answer all of your questions. Thanks to everyone who submitted questions to us.
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On this episode Esther and Lydia speak about what they've been up to lately including an uncomfortable experience Lydia had recently while out on a run. We touch on the Lydia Ko topic of letting the world know she was on her period. And we dive deep into why females tend to search for external validation through relationships, social media and fitness.
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This episode Lydia and Esther speaks to the amazing Jessica Emily Quinn. Jess lost her leg to cancer at just 9 years old after being diagnosed with osteosarcoma. Jess went through a rare surgery called a rational plasty - a surgery where the middle part of the leg is removed and the lower leg is reattached at the thigh, but rotated 180 degrees. Her ankle joint now functions as the new knee joint. Jess has spent the last 20 years working through the changes in her body, her confidence in herself and more recently, has been challenged again, with a diagnosis of endometriosis.
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Buy Jess' Book here
How to Endo Book
This week Lydia and Esther chat about the menstrual cycle. We speak about the importance of tracking your cycle and paying attention to your body. We also break down the cycle into the phases and explain how best to adapt your training throughout your own menstrual cycle from a coaches perspective.
Femmi IG - @femmi.co
This week we speak to the amazing Femmi Physiotherapist, Grace Coombs. Grace works closely with females who may have pelvic floor or abdominal concerns secondary to pregnancy, postnatal, endometriosis and other hormonal disorders or menopause. We speak to Grace about how women should be tracking their cycle at all times, common injuries amongst women and confirming whether or not the myth that women are more susceptible to injuries at different time of our cycles is true. Grace also shares her own journey with RED-s and how it can affect us long term.
Follow Grace on IG - @she.run.physio
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We have COVID. In very Femmi fashion, both Esther and Lydia are in sync and managed to get covid together, although in different countries. In this episode we talk about our journey so far with COVID. We talk through the medical advice given to us from our incredible Femmi Doctor, Dr Izzy Smith, on coming back into exercise post covid and we also chat about how we are dealing with taking rest.
If you are on your own covid journey and want to share it with us, get in touch on IG @femmi.co
This episode we speak to the incredible Hannah Crerar. Hannah has a background in Law and Commerce, with 4 years experience in the corporate world but in 2016 her interest in holistic wellness inspired her to leave her corporate role and pursue Psychology studies. Hannah works with people to help empower them through self-awareness and provides tools to live a life in alignment with their authentic self. We speak to Hannah about spirituality, our inner child, mindfulness practices and how we can bring more self love into our own lives.
Follow Hannah - @hannahcrerar
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Podcast recommendation - The Diary of a CEO - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/e129-dr-rangan-chatterjee-3-steps-to-core-happiness/id1291423644?i=1000555419071
This week’s episode we are back with Esther and Lydia as we dive into our mental health journey’s. We talk through our mental health stories throughout our teenage years, how we both faced challenges with our mental health and how we overcame these. We also talk about the importance of confidence, how we can grow our confidence in ourselves to fulfil our dreams and goals. This episode moves through deep emotions as we explain the steps we still take to continue to develop our confidence in ourselves.
*This is a warning for those who may be triggered by conversations around depression or anxiety, this may not be the episode for you. Skip this week and come back to us next week.
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This week we continue our conversation about gender equality in and around sport. We bring on two of our incredible Femmi Coaches - Lucy Bartholomew and Becky Greene who share their own experiences with gender equality and what we can do to improve the environment for all of us.
Happy International Women's Day.
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This is Part 1 of a two part series on gender equality in sport. We are excited to be celebrating International Women's Day on March 8th. This conversation talks through the experiences both Lydia and Esther have faced in and around the gender inequalities of being female athletes. We discuss the reasons we believe there is such disparity and some solutions to help make change.
Book recommendation - Game On. By Sue Anstiss
Register for our IWD event in Melbourne here - https://www.femmi.co/international-womens-day
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This week we have an amazing athlete based in New Zealand Symone Tafuna'i. Symmy is a New Zealand representative sprinter and was part of the NZ 4 x 100m relay for U20 World Champs in 2016. Aside from being an incredible athlete, Symmy has recently become a qualified journalist and recently started working as a digital sports reporter for TVNZ. Symmy is extremely open and vulnerable with her mental health journey and is an inspiration to many in how she deals with unfortunate challenges she has had to face.
To follow Symone - @symonetafunai
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This episode Lydia and Esther talk about their thoughts on the fitness industry. Why the fitness industry has become about aesthetics and how we want to change the perception females have on exercise and training.
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In this episode we interview one of our incredible coaches, Laura Nagel. Laura is not only an incredible coach but is equally, an incredible athlete. Laura has been running since she was a teenager, representing New Zealand and spent 6 years running in the United States taking part in the NCAA system. More recently Laura has claimed the New Zealand titles for both the mile and the 3000m for 2022 and is on the hunt for more podium spots. We speak to Laura about her running journey, her learnings growing up as an athlete and how she see's change for womens sport in the future.
Follow Laura on IG - @lauraanagel
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This week Esther and Lydia talk through the power in facing your fears and how sport can teach you to lean into your fears and feel comfortable in taking risks. We chat through how we've learnt to face our own fears and how now, we almost seek out things that scare us. We also speak to Femmi Trainer Bex and Femmi Pilates Instructor Lilli about The Femmi Fit! All of your questions are answered.
Join us on The Femmi Fit - https://www.femmi.co/thefemmifit
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This week Esther and Lydia speak to the incredible Femmi Dietician Sara Widdowson. We cover all topics of nutrition from how to eat to the differing phases of our menstrual cycle to over-coming eating disorders and what foods to focus on when it comes to balancing out our hormones. *Apologies about the sound quality of this conversation. Although the sound may not be perfect the conversation is worth a listen!
Follow Sara on IG - @yourmonthly
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This episode we answer all of your questions. Thanks to everyone who submitted questions to us. For the recommended books see below.
Cook books -
The Proof is in the Plants
https://plantproof.com/book/
Sustain Cookbook by Lucy Bartholomew https://www.lucybartholomew.com/store/Sustain-Cookbook-eBook-p239835029
Esthers fav books -
Seven Sister Series by Lucinda Riley
The Lost Art of Running by Shane Benzie
Lydias fav books -
Into the Magic Shop. By James Dotty
What I talk about when I talk about running. By Murikami.
This episode we get to chat to the one and only Allie Kieffer. Allie is an American Marathon runner who is not only known for placing 5th in the NYC Marathon in 2017 but also her powerful voice when it comes to embracing who we are. We speak to Allie about her running journey so far, her body confidence journey, her take on understanding female physiology better and why she sets such ambitious goals. Listen to, learn from and engagement with this conversation.
Follow Allie on IG - @kiefferallie
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Welcome to 2022! The year of feminine energy. This episode we dive into the importance of goal setting and how setting goals has changed for everyone over the last couple of years. We chat through 2022 being the year of the female and explore the ways we can embrace our feminine energy to be the best versions of ourselves.
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@lydiaodo and @estherkeown
This episode is an interview between Femmi founders Esther and Lydia. Esther asks Lydia questions around her Nike Melbourne Marathon journey and beyond. Lydia is hit with some tough questions and opens up about things she has never spoken about before. Her love for running and her purpose to run. This is the last episode for this season. We will be back on the 7th Jan 2022.
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To join Femmi on the Nike Melbourne Marathon journey head to our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/584780336065707/
This week we interview the amazing Kath Ebbs. Kath is a good friend and a proud queer feminist. Kath is a creative, their outlet being a writer, a dj and a fashion influencer. Kath has signed up for the 10km at the Nike Melbourne Marathon festival and we chat through their journey to race day. We also speak about their experience growing up with uncertainty of her gender and how we can all do better to be inclusive and support everyone.
To follow Kath on IG - www.instagram.com/kathebbs
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To join Femmi on the Nike Melbourne Marathon journey head to our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/584780336065707/
To sign up for the Nike Run Club training plans - www.nike.com/au/melbourne
In this episode Esther and Lydia discuss the challenges that they've faced throughout the year, as well as more recently. Diving into how to overcome those challenges and taking the positives from them. The conversation then moves into race prep and how to make the most of your taper. Key things to do and some things to stay away from.
To follow Femmi on IG - www.instagram.com/femmi.co
To join Femmi on the Nike Melbourne Marathon journey head to our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/584780336065707/
To sign up for the Nike Run Club training plans - www.nike.com/au/melbourne
This episode we interview the incredible Catriona Bisset. Catriona is an Australian record holder over the 800m, a 2021 olympian and a huge advocate for mental health. We are so grateful for the vulnerability that Catriona shared with us about her story growing up as an athlete, her own mental health challenges and her hormonal journey.
To follow Catriona on IG - www.instagram.com/catrionabisset
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To join Femmi on the Nike Melbourne Marathon journey head to our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/584780336065707/
To sign up for the Nike Run Club training plans - www.nike.com/au/melbourne
This episode Esther and Lydia dive deep into the relationship between expectation, pressure and stress, Understanding the difference between internal and external pressure which can result in both beneficial and detrimental stress. We chat through our own experiences in dealing with expectation that has led to pressure and the lessons we have learnt on how to manage stress in a healthy way.
To follow Femmi on IG - www.instagram.com/femmi.co
To join Femmi on the Nike Melbourne Marathon journey head to our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/584780336065707/
To sign up for the Nike Run Club training plans - www.nike.com/au/melbourne
This weeks episode is with the incredible Doctor Izzy Smith. Izzy is our Femmi Medical Expert and an Australian based doctor working in endocrinology. Izzy has a passion for sharing health advice that is simple and easy to understand. We speak to Izzy about many medical topics around female hormone heath, her own experience with her hormones and how females can take control and allow their bodies to thrive through exercise and a balanced diet.
To follow Dr Izzy Smith on IG - www.instagram.com/doctorizzyksmith
To join Femmi on the Nike Melbourne Marathon journey head to our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/584780336065707/
To sign up for the Nike Run Club training plans - www.nike.com/au/melbourne
This week Esther and Lydia speak about the importance of tuning into yourself. How listening to your body, your mind and your gut can not only help you to become a better athlete but also feel more in control and empowered in who you are. We speak through the idea of paying attention to signs and symptoms of all three and how if you can get the balance of all three, you can ultimately thrive as a female.
To join Femmi on the Nike Melbourne Marathon journey head to our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/584780336065707/
To sign up for the Nike Run Club training plans - www.nike.com/au/melbourne
This episode we are welcoming our second guest to the pod. Kirsty Godso is a world class trainer and a Global Master Trainer for Nike. Kirsty has been paving the way in the fitness industry for over 10 years, born and bred in New Zealand and is now based in LA. Kirsty is also a business women, running two companies, Pyro Girls – a highly flammable training community for both men and women worldwide, and her own clean protein company called MadeOf. Throughout the years Kirsty has had her own experience with her hormone health and much like us, is now on a mission to help others learn from her mistakes.
To follow Kirsty on IG - www.instagram.com/kirstygodso
To join Femmi on the Nike Melbourne Marathon journey head to our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/584780336065707/
To sign up for the Nike Run Club training plans - www.nike.com/au/melbourne
This week we welcome the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival journey that we are embarking on. Be part of this journey with us. This episode we speak through the key learnings that we, both Esther and Lydia, have been through in our own running careers. We give tips and tricks on how to make the most out of running and out of yourself as an athlete. These learnings will help you no matter where you are at on your running journey. Join us on Facebook to be part of the community!
Nike Melbourne Marathon Training Plans
5km - https://www.nike.com/au/experiences/details/1621946735006
10km - https://www.nike.com/au/experiences/details/1621946419735
Femmi NMMF Facebook Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/584780336065707/
Today we talk to our head ultra and trail Femmi coach, Lucy Bartholomew. Lucy has had an incredible running career so far and has plenty more to come. Lucy speaks through her love for running, what is was like to run 100km at just 15 years old, her journey with her own body and her hormone health. Throughout this convo Lucy is vulnerable, open and willing to share. An inspiration to many.
To follow Lucy her IG is @lucy_bartholomew
Website: https://www.lucybartholomew.com/
Sustain Cookbook: https://www.lucybartholomew.com/store/
This episode dives deeper into the hormonal journey of both hosts, Lydia and Esther. We speak through how we have both suffered Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-s), what led us to suffering from amenorrhea (the loss of our menstrual cycles) and how we came back from it. We go into detail on the need for starting Femmi.
Welcome to the Femmi Podcast. Brought to you by your Femmi founders, Esther Keown and Lydia O'Donnell. Today we are introducing ourselves as your hosts, we talk through our journey as athletes and why we started Femmi. We go into the importance of embracing our female physiology and how our experiences with our hormonal health, body image and pressure as female athletes, led us to wanting to spread more education and inspiration for other women.
This is a podcast about females for everyone. Listen, learn and engage with.