RunninggFree Podcast

Lauren Smith
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We help women in their antenatal and postnatal fitness journeys by providing information on health, wellbeing, and training.

  1. Sep 28

    15: Tapering for the Nike Melbourne Marathon

    Here were are again spontaneously entering another race - this time it is the 2026 Nike Melbourne Marathon. With two weeks to go, we break down the components that go into an effective taper: nutrition, caffeine fasting, and carbo loading. We also talk all things AFL Grand Final as well as the history of the taper. Bounce Forward x -------------------------------------------------------------- Shop GRNS 15% off - RUNNINGFREE Shop Muscle Nation 10% off - LAUREN2728 Shop Pure Pantry Co 10% off - LFIT10

    15: Tapering for the Nike Melbourne Marathon

  2. Sep 22

    14: What I've Learnt over the years about Nutrition and Racing Weight

    I grew up with a toxic relationship with food, tied strongly to body image and self-efficacy. Over the years I have over-fuelled and under-exercised, and then over-exercised and under-fuelled. In this podcast we will chat all things: hitting the wall in the marathonoptimising nutrition during training blocksrace weight and how this will improve performancecompensation effect and how this can lead to weight gainthe diet quality continuum Bounce Forward x -------------------------------------------------------------- Shop GRNS 15% off - RUNNINGFREE Shop Muscle Nation 10% off - LAUREN2728 Shop Pure Pantry Co 10% off - LFIT10

    14: What I've Learnt over the years about Nutrition and Racing Weight

  3. Sep 14

    13: Run Stronger and Race Faster by Training Slower

    Imagine training for a marathon build and enjoying every bit of it. Years ago I was training for triathlons when I stumbled across Matt Fitzgerald's 80/20 Methodology. It's based on the evidence that the world's best runners spend four-fifths of their time below the ventilatory threshold - running slow enough to carry a conversation. After consistently running in the grey zone, I was in a state of fatigue that limited my running progress. In this episode we will unpack: my current weekly training schedulecross training and how it will benefit youdeveloping brain fatigue resistancethe ideal running technique My 10KM and Half Marathon Coaching Plans are now LIVE - DM me on @runninggfree for more information on how you can crush your next goal. Bounce Forward xx -------------------------------------- Shop GRNS 15% off - RUNNINGFREE Shop Muscle Nation 10% off - LAUREN2728 Shop Pure Pantry Co 10% off - LFIT10

    13: Run Stronger and Race Faster by Training Slower

  4. Sep 8

    12: Sydney Marathon Recap

    If you're ever going to run a marathon, make it a World Major - they just hit different. This episode recaps the experience of running the 2026 Sydney Marathon as an iFit athlete, including the lead up to the race as well as a detailed break down of the race itself. Lauren describes the atmosphere and why you should do a marathon again, her go-to song for keeping steady, elevation/course recap, support from followers, and what she would do differently in her training and why. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Shop GRNS 15% off - RUNNINGFREE Shop Muscle Nation 10% off - LAUREN2728 Shop Pure Pantry Co 10% off - LFIT10

    12: Sydney Marathon Recap

  5. May 20

    11: The Idol Series | JESSICA STENSON | Marathon Mindsets and the Elite Mother Runners

    Jess Stenson is one of several elite mother runners representing Australia in the marathon distance. We are so lucky to have these trailblazing women setting the standard and showcasing what is possible during pregnancy, birth, and the realm of motherhood. Mum to Billy and Ellie, Jess is currently pregnant with her third child, and navigating how running looks as her body changes during this time. Our conversation unpacks Jess' experience at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games, seeing Billy waving the Australian flag as she stormed home to claim Gold. We also navigate topics such as maintaining milk supply while running, marathon pre- and intra-fuelling strategies, and how to master the mindset of a marathon by breaking it into four chunks. Like many, I am in awe of Jess' professional achievements especially breaking the Australian Marathon Record in Valencia 2025. Whether you are a runner or not, you will enjoy Jess's candid conversation in this episode! And remember, you 'get' to do this! ---------------------------------------- Shop GRNS 15% off - RUNNINGFREE Shop Muscle Nation 10% off - LAUREN2728 Shop Pure Pantry Co 10% off - LFIT10

    11: The Idol Series | JESSICA STENSON | Marathon Mindsets and the Elite Mother Runners

  6. May 6

    10: CMV in Pregnancy & Training for HYROX Melbourne | SAMMY MATSEN

    What the hell is CMV? That's the question I asked Sammy when she opened up about her pregnancy experience - A condition that many people have never heard of, but one that can have a significant impact on both mum and baby. She shares what it was really like navigating pregnancy with CMV, the emotional and physical toll it took, and how she found her way back to training postpartum - through FOMO of watcher her husband, Dylan, compete in HYROX. As a personal trainer, she shares her perspective on returning to fitness after birth and unpack her journey training for both a duathlon and Melbourne Hyrox. The best part? Talking about the moment she realised how empowered and like herself she felt crossing that finish line again as a new mum. This is an honest conversation about pregnancy stressors, postpartum recovery, and finding your identity again through movement. Bounce Forward x ------------------------------------------------- Shop GRNS 15% off - RUNNINGFREE Shop Muscle Nation 10% off - LAUREN2728 Shop Pure Pantry Co 10% off - LFIT10

    10: CMV in Pregnancy & Training for HYROX Melbourne | SAMMY MATSEN

  7. Mar 5

    09: Overcoming a DNF mindset to achieve Sub-2 at the Robe Half Marathon

    We start races with the best of intentions, the loftiest goals, with the belief that we can achieve. But what happens when your mindset goes downhill 5km into a half marathon? This episode recounts my experience chasing down a sub-2 half marathon goal, and the strategies required to overcome a failure mentality. From e-bike mishaps, nutrition confusion, and pulling up the cray pots - this episode has it all. ------------------------------------------- Shop GRNS 15% off - RUNNINGFREE Shop Muscle Nation 10% off - LAUREN2728 Shop Pure Pantry Co 10% off - LFIT10

    09: Overcoming a DNF mindset to achieve Sub-2 at the Robe Half Marathon

  8. 12/23/2025

    08: Q&A| Managing Motivation, Advice for Beginners, and Other Life Updates

    What do you do when you are going through a running rut, and losing motivation? What's the best way for someone to start running? How do you incorporate supplements as part of training and daily fuelling? We answer these questions plus more. Don't wait until January 1, start now. Go and crush your 2026 goals! ---------------------------- Shop GRNS 15% off - RUNNINGFREE Shop Muscle Nation 10% off - LAUREN2728 Shop Pure Pantry Co 10% off - LFIT10

    08: Q&A| Managing Motivation, Advice for Beginners, and Other Life Updates
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We help women in their antenatal and postnatal fitness journeys by providing information on health, wellbeing, and training.

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  • Creator
    Lauren Smith
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Lauren Smith
  • Show Website
    RunninggFree Podcast