Women’s Running Collective

Time Trials, Training with Your Cycle & Tackling Taboos with Lydia O’Donnell The Women’s Running Collective Podcast This week on the pod, Hayles and Jussie are back with a big catch-up on life, running, and those 5K time trials 😮‍💨. We chat all things pacing, nerves, race-day lessons, and why time trials are just as much a mental workout as a physical one. Spoiler: mistakes were made, lesson...

Women’s Running Collective, Episode 64 2025 Year in Review: Our Runs, Fails, Faves & Festive Chaos In our final episode of the year, Hayles and Jussie sit down with a peppermint tea, hot choccy (or something stronger…) and unpack everything that made 2025 iconic, chaotic, emotional, and very, very sweaty. From the highs of Sydney and London Marathons to the lows of period disasters mid-run, th...

Women's Running Collective: Fueling & Nutrition for Female Runners with Laura and Kia  Episode 63 Welcome back runners! Episode 63 is here and WOW is it a good one. This week, Hayles and Jussie catch up on their latest training sessions including some interval goodness, a spicy little pyramid set, and the usual rollercoaster of running adventures (plus a few setbacks, because we keep it real a...

Episode 62: Fast 5K Training. Form Tweaks (relaxing your underarms, WHAT?) & Chasing Big Goals In this week’s episode of the Women’s Running Collective, we’re officially in our fast 5K era and honestly, we are thriving. Join us (Hayles and Jussie!) as we chat through how our training is going, what we’re learning about threshold pace, VO2 max, and all the little tweaks that actually make runni...

Episode 61 Bras, Undies & 5K Training Welcome back to the Women's Running Collective podcast! In Episode 61, we’re diving straight into the fun, the real, and the slightly chaotic world of women’s running. This week, we chat about everything from chasing fast 5K goals to the bras and undies that actually make running feel comfortable. We break down our weekly running adventures, including Lind...

Episode 60: Brooke McIntosh - The Fastest Woman to Run Around Australia   In this milestone 60th episode of the Women's Running Collective podcast, hosts Hayles and Jussie catch up on their personal running achievements before sitting down with the remarkable Brooke McIntosh. Brooke shares her inspiring journey as the fastest woman to run around Australia, a feat accomplished to raise awareness fo...

Planning Your Year as a Runner - getting ready for 2026 In this episode, Hayles and Jussie kick things off with a laugh (and a slight wardrobe malfunction you’ll see!) before diving into how to plan your running year like a pro. From setting big race goals to mapping out your training blocks, they chat through how to build a running calendar that keeps you motivated and balanced with enough rest t...

Run Stronger, Not Harder: Simple Strength Training for Women In this week’s episode of the Women’s Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie chat through their week of training, including some spicy interval sessions like the Mona Fartlek and a pyramid workout as they prep for a fast 5K. They dive into one of the most important (but often overlooked) parts of running: strength training. From building...

Ep 56: Summer Running Tips & Embracing the Heat ☀️ In this week’s episode of the Women’s Running Collective Podcast, Hayley and Jussie dive into all things summer running — how to stay motivated, safe, and strong when the temps rise. They share their weekly running updates, including training for a fast 5K and the upcoming Fernleigh 15, along with honest reflections on challenges, recovery, an...

Champion Ultra Runner Holly Ranson on Goals, Training & Mental Toughness In this episode of the Women’s Running Collective, Hayley and Jussie chat with Australian ultra champion Holly Ranson, who currently holds every major national record — from the 12-hour and 24-hour runs to the 100-mile, 200km, and Backyard Ultra. Holly joins us from France, where she’s training at altitude ahead of the Wo...

Running on a Budget: Smart Tips, Gear Hacks & Affordable Essentials for Women Runners Episode Description: In this episode of the Women’s Running Collective, hosts Hayles and Jussie dive into one of the most relatable topics for runners. How to keep running affordable without sacrificing quality, comfort, or performance. They kick things off chatting about the ups and downs of running solo, in...

  🎙️ The Women’s Running Collective Podcast Episode 54 – Staying Safe on Your Run: Empowering Tips for Women G’day runners! 👟 In this week’s episode of the Women’s Running Collective, your hosts Hayles and Jussie are having a real and open chat about something that affects so many of us—staying safe while running. Whether you're hitting your local parkrun, doing laps around the block, or heading...

Empowering Women to Run: An Inspiring Chat with Laura Henshaw 🎙️ Episode 53 – Women’s Running Collective Podcast In this inspiring episode of the Women’s Running Collective, hosts Hayles and Jussie sit down with Laura Henshaw , co-founder of KIC  (formerly Keep it Cleaner), to talk about empowering women through running, fitness, and mental wellness. From beginner running tips to marathon motivati...

Post-Marathon Recovery: Tips and Personal Reflections Episode 52 | Women’s Running Collective Podcast Hayleys & Jussie reflect, recover, and laugh their way through marathon aftermath. After crossing the finish line of their recent marathon, Hayley and Justine are back for their 52nd episode—a celebratory milestone and a perfect moment to talk about something every runner needs: recovery. The...

Women’s Running Collective Podcast Episode Title: Running Myths Debunked: A Healthy Debate Is running actually good for you? 🤔 In this insightful and entertaining episode of the Women’s Running Collective, hosts Hayley and Jussie dive headfirst into a healthy debate around the truth about running’s benefits and risks even while both battling a cold! Whether you’re a beginner runner, a marathoner,...

Sydney Marathon Recap - Our Unscripted Victory Lap In this lively episode of the Women's Running Collective, Hayley and Jazzy dive into their experience running the Sydney Marathon without a script, recounting everything from their chaotic arrival to their celebratory finish. They share anecdotes about the pre-race events, including meeting incredible people and enjoying shakeouts, and give a deta...

Hormonal Insights for Female Runners with Sara Laharnar In this lively episode of the Women's Running Collective podcast, hosts Hayley and Jussie broach topics on tapering before the Sydney marathon and dealing with the nuances of their running schedules. They share their experiences from the past week, tackling subjects from the importance of tapering to complaints about TV shows. The duo dives i...

Episode 48: Fun Run Chats, Marathon Prep & Running Memories This Women's Running Collective, hosts Hayley and Jussiey cover everything from the unexpected (burps and body quirks) to the inspiring (marathon prep and running milestones). The conversation starts on a light note with some hilarious reflections on bodily functions mid-run, then shifts into updates on their current training—featurin...

The Marathon Juggle with Lisa Weightman Balancing Olympic Training, Motherhood, and Real Life Podcast: The Women’s Running Collective In this episode, co-hosts Hayley and Justine dive into the beautiful chaos of balancing running with family life, travel, and the occasional illness. Justine shares highlights from her tropical training runs in Fiji — including a few unexpected animal encounters — w...

Mastering Breath Control for Better Running 🎧 Hosts: Jussie & Hayley 📅 Episode Summary: In this insightful episode, Jazzy and Hayley explore the often-overlooked but crucial topic of breathing while running. Whether you're new to the trails or a seasoned racer, this episode breaks down the science and technique behind effective breath control to help you run stronger and longer. 🕐 Episode B...

🎙️ Women's Running Collective – Episode 7 "Training for Runners: From 5Ks to Marathons" In Episode 7, hosts Hayley and Justine kick things off by unveiling their brand-new podcast studio before diving into a dynamic conversation on training for different race distances—from quick 5Ks to full marathons. They reflect on their own running journeys, sharing the unique physical and mental challenges of...

Women's Running Collective – Episode Show Notes 🎧 Running and Relishing: Embracing the Journey In this heartfelt and entertaining episode, your favorite hosts Hailey and Justine return with stories from their recent runs, reflections on training, and some much-needed honesty about the pitfalls of comparing yourself to others—especially in the social media age. They kick off with a recap of their...

Episode Summary In this lively and empowering episode, Hayley and Justine kick things off with humor and honesty, sharing personal anecdotes—including the not-so-glamorous side of runner hygiene. They recap a chilly, schedule-shuffled week of training and reflect on how to set achievable running goals, especially for women returning post-pregnancy or after a long break. The heart of the episode fe...

Episode Title: Embracing Consistency: Running for Joy and Mental Health In this uplifting episode, Hayley and Justine dive into how consistency—not intensity—is the key to joyful, sustainable running. They open up about their own routines, juggling runs with family life, and finding motivation even on busy days. From tempo runs to treasured rituals (hello, apricot cubes!), this episode is packed w...

Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Joy in Running In this episode of the Women's Running Collective podcast, hosts Hayley and Justine welcome listeners to Season 5 as they share personal anecdotes of their chaotic week, including Hayley's struggle with sickness. They dive into their weekly runs, injuries, and training for the upcoming Sydney marathon. They also discuss setting meaningful goals an...