Women’s Running Collective

Womens Running Collective
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A new podcast for all women who run. Any pace and at any point in their running journey

  1. 3d ago

    Olympian Izzi Batt-Doyle Reveals Her Training, Mindset & Secrets to Becoming a Better Runner

    Izzi Batt-Doyle on Elite Training, Running Community & Starting Slow | Women’s Running Collective This week on the Women's Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie sit down with one of Australia's most accomplished distance runners, Izzi Batt-Doyle. A two-time Olympian, Australian record holder and national champion, Izzi shares the journey that's taken her from Little Athletics to competing on the biggest stage in world athletics. We chat about what life really looks like as an elite runner from double training days, key sessions and strength work, to managing race nerves, trusting your preparation and balancing the highs and lows of the sport. Izzi also opens up about why she and Riley founded RunAsOne Coaching, building an inclusive running community, navigating comparison on social media, and why consistency will always beat perfection. Whether you're training for your first 5K or chasing a marathon PB, this episode is packed with practical advice, inspiration and reminders that every runner starts somewhere. This episode is proudly sponsored by ASICS and the new GEL-KAYANO™ 33. Timestamps 00:00 – ASICS Sponsor Shoutout 00:29 – Meet Izzi Batt-Doyle 03:33 – From Little Athletics to the Olympics 06:35 – What an Elite Training Week Really Looks Like 10:05 – Why Izzi Started RunAsOne Coaching 11:40 – Race Nerves and Handling Pressure 13:29 – Pacing Strategies and Pre-Race Routine 15:39 – The Reality Behind Social Media Highlights 17:54 – Staying Motivated Through the Tough Days 19:50 – Mental Toughness, Positive Self-Talk and Racing Mindset 22:24 – Dealing with Comparison Online 23:18 – Why Consistency Always Wins 24:29 – The Incredible Growth of Women's Running 26:07 – Izzi's Advice for New Runners 26:49 – Upcoming Races and What's Next 28:20 – Quick Fire Questions 31:26 – A Message to Anyone Running Their First Race 33:31 – Why Community Makes Running So Special 35:28 – ASICS Sponsor Wrap 37:02 – Hayles & Jussie's Weekly Catch Up 38:59 – Behind the Scenes Sign Off Connect with Izzi Follow Izzi's journey: @izzibattdoyle RunAsOne Coaching: @runasonecoaching IZZI's YOUTUBE If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love it if you subscribed, left a review and shared it with a friend. Every listen helps us continue building a supportive community where every woman feels welcome, no matter her pace or experience. Until next week... keep showing up, keep having fun

  2. Jul 13

    How We Both Ran Half Marathon PBs (and Actually Enjoyed It) | Gold Coast Race Strategy That Worked

    How We Ran Half Marathon PBs (and Actually Enjoyed It): Gold Coast Race Strategy, Taper, Fueling & Mindset What does it actually take to run a half marathon PB... and still cross the finish line smiling? This week on the Women's Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie unpack the training, mindset and race-day strategies that helped them both achieve personal bests at the Gold Coast Half Marathon—without blowing up or suffering through the final kilometres. After a quick catch-up on life after Gold Coast, they dive into the lessons from their 12-week training block, including why threshold training around goal race pace became the cornerstone of their preparation, the importance of keeping easy runs genuinely easy, and how consistency always beats perfection. The girls chat about trusting their coach, resisting the temptation to "make up" missed sessions, and why a well-executed taper left them feeling fresh, confident and ready to race. They also break down the exact negative-split race strategy they followed, how they practised their fueling well before race day, and why controlling the controllables helped keep nerves at bay. Plus, they share the positive self-talk that carried them through the toughest moments and helped make the race one they genuinely enjoyed. As always, they finish with their weekly recommendations and a thank you to ASICS for sponsoring this episode. In this episode: 00:00 – Thanks to ASICS & the new GEL-KAYANO™ 33 00:36 – Welcome back & post-Gold Coast catch-up 01:32 – How the body is feeling after race week 02:53 – Why we're breaking down our PBs 05:45 – Setting realistic goals for Gold Coast 06:58 – Trusting our coach & training specifically for the event 07:33 – Why threshold training around race pace was a game changer 09:17 – Keeping easy runs easy (and why it matters) 10:57 – Consistency beats perfection every time 12:55 – Why we never "made up" missed sessions 13:43 – Trusting the taper and arriving fresh 15:13 – Our negative-split race plan explained 18:13 – Fueling, gels & race morning preparation 19:19 – Controlling the controllables on race day 20:51 – The positive self-talk that got us through 22:38 – Our biggest lessons from running PBs 24:09 – ASICS GEL-KAYANO™ 33 sponsor break 24:58 – Weekly recommendations GoodR BEATG 27:54 – Wrap-up & see you next week! If you're training for your next half marathon or chasing a new PB, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you train smarter, race with confidence, and actually enjoy the experience. Follow the Women's Running Collective for weekly running tips, inspiring conversations and plenty of laughs with Hayles and Jussie.

  3. Jul 6

    We Ran the Gold Coast Half Marathon! 🏅 Race Recap + Behind the Scenes at ASICS with Tomoko Koda

    Gold Coast Half Marathon Recap, Race Weekend Highlights & Behind the Scenes with ASICS  Marketing GM Tomoko Koda | Women's Running Collective This week on the Women's Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie are recording straight from the sauna after an unforgettable Gold Coast Marathon weekend! The girls recap everything—from travelling to the Gold Coast, the ASICS shakeout run, and race expo, to race morning nerves, pacing strategy, and what it felt like chasing a negative split through the Gold Coast Half Marathon. They share the highs, the tough moments, the music that got them through, and celebrate an incredible weekend of personal bests, community, and cheering on some of Australia's best runners. They also chat about the amazing Gold Pass experience, post-race recovery, and dinner with the ASICS athlete team. In the second half of the episode, Hayles and Jussie sit down with Tomoko Koda, General Manager of Marketing at ASICS, to chat about the philosophy behind one of the world's most iconic running brands. Together they discuss the meaning behind "Anima Sana In Corpore Sano" (A Sound Mind in a Sound Body), why ASICS continues to prioritise mental wellbeing, the incredible growth of women's running, how the brand is designing specifically for female runners, the importance of community, and what exciting innovations are coming next—including ASICS' very first women-specific running shoe. In This Episode 00:00 ASICS Sponsor & GEL-KAYANO™ 33 Launch 00:34 Recording From the Sauna: Medal Monday! 02:06 Travelling to the Gold Coast & ASICS Shakeout Run 03:05 Race Expo, Gold Pass & Pre-Race Preparation 05:09 Race Morning Routine & Our Favourite Race Hacks 07:42 Half Marathon Race Strategy & Negative Splitting 10:53 Mid-Race Moments, Music & Cheering on the Elites 15:52 The Final 5K: Digging Deep to the Finish 20:21 Gold Pass Recovery, Food & Finish Line Perks 22:06 Recovery, Ice Baths & Dinner with the ASICS Team 24:20 Supporting Friends Racing the Marathon 25:23 Introducing Tomoko Koda,  Head of markerting at ASICS 26:49 The ASICS Philosophy: A Sound Mind in a Sound Body 29:00 Meet Tomoko Koda 29:55 Why Running Is About More Than Performance 30:51 The Campaign That Changed ASICS 32:33 Supporting Mental Wellbeing Through Movement 34:42 The Boom in Women's Running 37:06 How ASICS Designs for Female Runners 38:50 Community, Innovation & What's Next 41:41 Quick Fire Questions 44:11 Tomoko's Advice for New Runners 45:33 ASICS GEL-KAYANO™ 33 Feature 46:22 Sauna Debrief, Recovery & Weekly Recommendations 49:22 Wrapping Up & What's Next for the Women's Running Collective Whether you raced Gold Coast, have a goal event on the horizon, or simply love hearing what goes on behind one of the biggest running brands in the world, this episode is packed with race-day stories, practical tips, inspiration, and plenty of laughs. 💛 Lace up, press play, and come for a run with us.

  4. Jun 29

    How to Pace Your Race Like a Pro | 5K, 10K, Half Marathon & Marathon Tips

    Pacing 101: How to Pace Your Race Like a Pro | Half Marathon, Marathon & 10K Race-Day Strategy This week on the Women's Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie are officially one week out from the Gold Coast Half Marathon! They chat all things taper week, from feeling a little flat and restless to trusting the training after months of hard work. This episode is a deep dive into one of the biggest factors that can make or break your race... pacing. Whether you're training for your first 5K or chasing a marathon PB, learning how to pace yourself properly can be the difference between finishing strong or hitting the dreaded wall. The girls break down the different pacing strategies, including even splits, negative splits, chunking your race into manageable sections, and pacing by effort when conditions aren't ideal. They also share plenty of personal race stories (including pacing mistakes they've definitely learned from!), practical pacing tips for every race distance, and simple ways to practise pacing during training. If you've ever gone out too fast, blown up halfway through a race, or wondered what pace you should actually be running... this episode is for you. In This Episode 00:00 Cold Open & Podcast Banter 00:26 One Week Until Gold Coast! 00:50 Taper Week Check-In: The Emotional Rollercoaster 03:01 Coffee Chat & Race Week Catch-Up 03:49 Why Pacing Matters More Than You Think 04:48 Pacing 101: What Does Good Pacing Actually Mean? 05:54 Race Stories, Hitting the Wall & Lessons Learned 10:54 Why Pacing Feels So Hard on Race Day 12:00 Even Splits Explained 13:01 How to Run a Negative Split 18:20 Chunking Your Race Into Smaller Goals 20:23 When to Pace by Effort Instead of Pace 21:04 RPE, Heat, Hills & Race-Day Conditions 21:59 Pacing Tips for Every Race Distance 22:22 How to Pace a 5K 23:22 How to Pace a 10K 24:53 Half Marathon Pacing Strategy 28:12 Marathon Pacing: The Biggest Mistakes to Avoid 29:06 Training Drills to Improve Your Pacing 32:05 Race-Day Pacing Tools, Watches & Pacers 36:48 Weekly Recommendations & Wrap-Up Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply hoping to cross the finish line smiling, this episode will help you run smarter, pace with confidence, and get the most out of your next race. XO Hayles and Jussie

  5. Jun 22

    Taper Crazies Are Real: How to Taper Without Losing Your Mind Before Race Day

    Tapering for Race Day: How to Trust Your Training, Beat the Taper Crazies & Arrive Ready to Race | Women's Running Collective This week on the Women's Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie are deep in Gold Coast Half Marathon preparation and officially entering taper mode. They chat through a big week of training, including a challenging long run featuring two race-pace efforts, a tough Mona Fartlek session, and the reality of managing tired legs, niggles, and pre-race nerves. The girls dive into one of the most misunderstood parts of running: the taper. How much should you cut back? Are you losing fitness? Why do your legs suddenly feel weird? And why does every runner become convinced they're injured the week before a race? Hayles and Jussie break down exactly how to taper successfully, why recovery becomes your most important training session, and how to navigate the infamous "taper crazies" so you can arrive at the start line feeling confident, fresh, and ready to run your best. They also chat race-day mindset, handling tough moments during a race, goal setting, favourite taper-week quotes, and share their weekly recommendations. In This Episode 00:00 Welcome Back to the Backyard Studio 00:50 Gold Coast Half Marathon Training Update 01:17 Long Run Recap: 6K Easy + Two 6K Race Pace Efforts 02:13 Mona Fartlek Session & Rearranging Training Around Life 03:47 Why Tapering Matters More Than You Think 06:03 What Is a Taper? The Basics Explained 09:20 How to Taper Properly Before Race Day 11:02 Taper Crazies, Recovery & Trusting the Process 14:48 Mental Tapering & Preparing Your Mind for Race Day 17:01 What to Do When Racing Gets Hard 17:30 Mantras, Mindset & Remembering Your Why 18:45 Race Week Essentials: Sleep, Nutrition & Recovery 21:03 Running Playlist Banter 22:51 A Better Way to Set Race Goals 23:43 Our Favourite Taper Quotes 25:00 Race Travel, Event Week Energy & Managing Nerves 27:15 Weekly Recommendations 30:33 Harbour 10K Meet-Up & Community Catch-Up   Jussies Jumper recco ASICS JUMPER Hayleys Camera recco DJI ACTION 5  Whether you're preparing for your first 5K, a half marathon, or your next marathon, this episode will help you understand how to taper, trust your training, and get to the start line feeling your best.  HARBOUR 10km race we are doing 💛 Remember: The hardest part of tapering isn't running less it's believing you've done enough.

  6. Jun 14

    The Secret to Becoming a More Resilient Runner

    Building Running Resilience: How to Stay Mentally Strong When Running Gets Hard This week on the Women's Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie are back in the backyard studio (fuelled by snacks courtesy of Hayley’s mum and Rob!) chatting all things resilience. The girls kick things off with a Gold Coast Half Marathon training update, including interval sessions, rolling hills, race-pace workouts, and the reality of training through life’s curveballs. Hayley shares a challenging week dealing with period-related fatigue, migraines, and the early signs of shin splints, leading to some smart training adjustments and a reminder that resilience isn't always about pushing harder — sometimes it's about knowing when to pull back. The conversation then dives into what resilience actually means, why it's often misunderstood, and practical ways runners can build mental toughness. Drawing on Mel Robbins' "24-Hour Resilience Turnaround" and sports psychology research, Hayles and Jussie share simple strategies to help you stay strong when motivation is low, training gets tough, or race day nerves creep in. From pacing by effort, positive self-talk, and smiling through the hard moments, to embracing discomfort, training in less-than-perfect conditions, and finding your deeper "why," this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you become a more resilient runner. Plus, the girls share their weekly recommendations, announce they're running the Harbour 10K in Sydney, and reveal details of a special ticket giveaway. Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Back in the Backyard Studio 00:55 – Gold Coast Half Marathon Training Update 02:16 – Period Fatigue, Migraines & Shin Pain 05:39 – Why We're Talking About Resilience 07:06 – What Resilience Really Means 09:42 – Mel Robbins' 24-Hour Resilience Reset 12:45 – Celebrating Small Wins 13:54 – The Science of Running Resilience 15:11 – How Smiling Can Lower Perceived Effort 16:42 – Positive Self-Talk Strategies 18:10 – Creating Positive Pre-Run Rituals 19:27 – Learning to Embrace Discomfort 20:47 – Training Through Tough Conditions 22:41 – Getting Comfortable With The Unknown 23:35 – Planning Ahead & Mental Tapering 24:51 – Finding Your Purpose & Goals 26:03 – Key Resilience Takeaways 27:54 – Weekly Recommendations 31:24 – Harbour 10K Announcement & Giveaway 32:30 – Happy Running! Jussie recco RUNNING GLOVES LULULEMON Follow the Women's Running Collective for weekly running chats, expert guests, training tips, and plenty of laughs along the way.

  7. Jun 8

    Why Running Makes You Glow: Olympian Jemima Montag on Mindset & Motivation

    International Running Day, 100K Downloads & Why Running Makes You Glow (with Olympian Jemima Montag) This week on the Women’s Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie are celebrating two big milestones — International Running Day and hitting 100,000 podcast downloads! 🎉 The girls chat all things Gold Coast Half Marathon training, including a spicy race-pace session, the joys of deload week, and why sometimes the best thing you can do for your running is actually slow down. They also dive into the science behind ASICS' new "Get the Glow" campaign, exploring why movement can leave us feeling happier, more confident, and more energised than any beauty product ever could. Then they’re joined by Australian Olympian, Commonwealth Games medallist, Doctor in training, and all-round legend Jemima Montag. Jemima shares her journey from Little Athletics to the Olympic podium, the incredible work she's doing through her PlayOn program helping girls stay involved in sport, and the mindset tools she uses to navigate pressure, setbacks, and elite competition. Together they explore discipline vs motivation, balancing medical study with professional sport, race-day mental strategies, and why movement is one of the most powerful tools we have for both physical and mental wellbeing. Plus, Hayles and Jussie break down the science behind that post-run glow and share their weekly recommendations. In This Episode 00:00 Podcast Warm-Up 00:05 International Running Day Celebration 00:42 100K Downloads Milestone 02:29 Deload Week Chat 04:55 ASICS Get The Glow Campaign 06:16 Meet Jemima Montag 07:16 PlayOn: Keeping Girls in Sport 10:53 From Little Athletics to the Olympics 16:07 Managing Setbacks & Building Resilience 18:24 Discipline vs Motivation 22:34 Race-Day Mindset & Mental Cues 25:17 Balancing Medicine and Elite Sport 28:16 Juggling Life, Training & Support Systems 29:26 Why Movement Matters 33:33 The Post-Workout Glow 35:09 What's Next for Jemima? 36:58 Where to Follow Jemima 37:41 The Science Behind Feeling Good After Exercise 39:04 Blood Flow, Skin Health & Recovery 40:53 Endorphins, Dopamine & The Runner's High 45:37 Finding Your Glow Through Movement 46:16 Weekly Recommendations & Wrap Up Follow Jemima Learn more about Jemima's work with PlayOn and follow her journey as she continues her build towards future international competition. JEMIMAS INSTAGRAM This Week's Takeaway You don't need expensive treatments, perfect routines, or hours in the gym to find your glow. Sometimes all it takes is 15 minutes of movement, a pair of running shoes, and a reminder of what your body is capable of.   Jussie and Hayles Recco of the week is MADE TO COVER Happy Running 💛 Hayles & Jussie x

  8. Jun 1

    Sports Bras 101: Fit, Support Levels & Running Comfort with Nike's Anna Burdekin

    Sports Bras 101: Fit, Support Levels & Running Comfort with Nike's Anna Burdekin This week on the Women's Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie kick things off with a hilarious recap of a rainy Sydney drive, Vivid crowds, and another big week of training as they continue preparing for the Gold Coast Marathon. The girls chat through race-pace long runs, interval sessions, threshold workouts and navigating training around some wild weather before diving into a topic every female runner can benefit from: sports bras. Joining the podcast is Nike EKIN Anna Burdekin, one of Nike's internal product experts and storytellers. Anna is passionate about bra innovation and helping women find the right sports bra for their body, sport and goals. Together they unpack why sports bras can be so confusing to shop for, the science behind breast movement while running, how the wrong bra can impact comfort, posture and even performance, and the simple fit checks every woman should know before heading out the door. Anna also shares Nike's support-level system, common mistakes women make when buying bras, and her top picks for runners looking for high and ultra-high support. Plus, Hayles and Jussie recap the biggest takeaways, share a listener message about comparison and self-kindness, and give an update on their Gold Coast Marathon preparations. Timestamps 00:00 Podcast Kickoff 00:54 Sydney Drive Chaos 03:16 Weekly Running Recap 05:09 Boobs To Bras Segue 05:28 Meet Anna Burdekin 07:20 Why Sports Bras Are So Hard To Shop For 09:50 The Most Common Bra Mistakes Women Make 13:11 The Science Of Breast Bounce 14:49 Pain, Posture & Performance Impacts 18:06 Five Steps To Fitting A Sports Bra Properly 21:22 Understanding Support Levels 23:06 Small Cup Sizes, Cycles & Changing Needs 25:42 The Marathon Bounce Math 27:20 How Breast Movement Can Affect Your Stride 28:17 Bra Technology & Nike Research 30:20 Why The Right Support Helps Women Stay Active 31:49 Anna's Nike Bra Recommendations: Swift & Rival 33:52 Community, Confidence & Personal Stories 35:55 Hayles & Jussie's Bra Fit Checklist Recap 37:34 Athlete Box Recommendation (Use Code: WOMENRUN15) https://www.theathletebox.com.au/ 39:59 Gold Coast Marathon Training Update 40:53 Listener Message: Comparison, Progress & Giving Yourself Grace 43:43 Final Community Send-Off Whether you're training for your first 5K or your next marathon, this episode is packed with practical advice that could completely change the way you think about sports bras and running comfort.

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A new podcast for all women who run. Any pace and at any point in their running journey

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  • Creator
    Womens Running Collective
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
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    Women’s Running Collective

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