RunninggFree Podcast

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!

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

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.

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!

07: How Adelaide's #1 Running Assessment Clinic is Improving Marathon Performance

Joe from PodFit joins us for a conversation packed with laughs, honest talk, and useful intel about keeping your running form in check. We're breaking down the stuff that actually bothers runners—flat feet, shin splints, plantar fasciitis, and why your feet apparently have their own agenda during pregnancy (spoiler: hormones are wild). But it's not all serious; there's plenty of banter and scheming to create Adelaide's next backyard ultra. Whether you're a runner, pregnant, or just someone whose feet have opinions, this one's for you.