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Sole Sisters - 10: No such thing as a perfect marathon build

In this episode of Sole Sisters, training has hit a slight road bump for Alice and Elise. Elise is in the barrel of the beast, training for Ballarat Marathon. She’s facing a minor hurdle this week with a calf niggle but remains upbeat and positive, and hopes it’ll settle quickly with some deloading and extra TLC. Meanwhile Alice has some foot issues of her own to contend with which may rule her out from racing the Nike After Dark Tour 21.1k (though she'll still be there to get amongst it).
The pair dissect what a marathon training week looks like for Elise at the moment and also cover Alice’s typical training week, as well as her Cyclone Alfred-induced recovery period without electricity.
They talk through some recent running news, including Izzi Batt-Doyle and Leanne Pompeani’s Nagoya Marathon results, the big Eliud Kipchoge announcement for Sydney Marathon and some star athletes to watch out for at Maurie Plant meet in Melbourne. The ep closes out with the usual recommendations – including some cultured/artsy ones from AB.
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Intro/outro music by Dan Beacom
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22: Reece Edwards, on dad strength, winning marathons and running free

From running on a treadmill in a hot air balloon, to becoming a dad, Reece Edwards is always the first to put his hand up for a new adventure.
In this conversation, we talk about his new running life as a dad to Oliver, what dad strength means to Reece and how his perspective on running has changed since his son arrived. Between constant sickness, reduced sleep and balancing family and work life, it’s not easy to train at such a high level. But Reece says it’s all worth it to be a dad!
This episode is part of a mini-series featuring some of our mighty marathon mums (or in this case, dads)!
We talk about his recent back-to-back wins at Port Fairy Marathon and what it was like to reel in two Olympians to break the tape at Melbourne Marathon in 2023. We also cover the importance of keeping some “silliness” and fun in Reece’s training, why running is better when it’s social, his goals for the future (including an outrageous long run), and what it feels like to actually be content with your PBs.
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Reece Edwards is a long and ultra distance runner who came to the sport later in life. He ran 2:13:23 at Rotterdam Marathon in 2021 and has a PB of 1:03:38 in the half marathon, which he ran the same year in Copenhagen. Domestically, he won Melbourne Marathon in 2023 and Port Fairy Marathon in 2024 and 2025. Reece has also been successful on the trails, winning several prestigious events including, Ultra Trail Australia 100k, Tarawera 102k and Berry Long run. Reece is a dad to Oliver and works as a rehabilitation physiotherapist and is based in Melbourne.
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Intro/outro music by Dan Beacom
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Sole Sisters - 9: Breaking barriers for women runners

Happy International Women’s Day! This episode of Sole Sisters is an ode to women runners! Alice has a lot of time to think as she bunkers down for Cyclone Alfred. She unearths the memories of two pioneer marathoners - Bobbi Gibb and Kathrine Switzer who were the first women to run the 42.2k distance in the late 60s, despite many people trying to stand in their way.
Elise has done some modern-day research and found that women’s marathon participation between Sydney, Melbourne and Gold Coast marathons comprised 27% on average between 2018-2023, with men making up 63% of the field. Participation was much more even in the half marathon. The pair then offer some general reflections on women’s participation in marathons and the barriers that still exist that prevent or hinder women from running today. These include not having enough time to train, concerns for safety, childbirth and caring responsibilities. They also have a good chat on the role of confidence and ego in the marathon. You can read the piece Elise wrote on this “Mind the Marathon Gap” in The Blue Line last year.
Alice and Elise also debrief the International Women’s Day – Running Connection event organised by Love the Run last week. They rehash some of the conversation in the panel discussion about safety while running with ultra trail star Lucy Bartholomew and podiatrist/runner/coach/mum Sophie Fitt.
Jess Stenson is the star of the results segment for her gutsy 2:22:56 run at Tokyo Marathon, while Izzi Batt-Doyle and Leanne Pompeani wait to line up at another Japanese race this weekend, Nagoya Marathon.
Finally, here’s a no-context link to a Roy and HG video commentating men’s gymnastics from the Sydney Olympics.
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Sole Sisters - 8: Who’s faster…Taylor Swift or Chappell Roan?

How fast can Ryan Reynolds, Oprah and Gordon Ramsay run a marathon?
On this week’s episode of Sole Sisters, Alice and Elise dig into which tinsel town heroes are the best athletes, and who tried so hard they peed their pants? (Big kudos from us for digging that deep!)
We also cover a couple of recent World Records (honestly, there’s been too many to mention all of them), and some outstanding Australian performances on the indoor track. As usual, we finish with a couple of recommendations not to be missed.
We’d also LOVE to see you at a free event this week celebrating International Women’s Day! The Running Connection – Movement and Safety event is happening at Collingwood Athletics Track on Sunday 2nd March between 3:30-6pm. Elise will host a live panel with elite trail runner Lucy Bartholomew, runner/podiatrist and coach, Sophie Fitt and forRunners founder/Sole Sisters co-host, Alice Baquie. There’ll also be a community run in Yarra Bend Park, a strength and conditioning session hosted by Dani Bryan and a fabulous pilates session with AB. The day is organised by local community group Love the Run. Register here, or simply show up on the day: https://www.lovetherun.com.au/iwdrunning
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21: Ellie Pashley, on chasing Olympic qualifiers, postpartum motivation, and running as a team sport

Ellie Pashley is one of Australia’s most popular runners, and it’s easy to see why! The Tokyo Olympian and mum comes on for a candid conversation about her running career, pregnancy and balancing mum life with her athletic pursuits.
This episode is part of a mini-series featuring some of our mighty marathon mums. We talk about some of Ellie’s most memorable races like New York Marathon, where she and Sinead Diver got lost on the course (captured on live TV!), and the World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Bathurst where Ellie’s family and friends wore t-shirts sporting a giant print of her face.
We dive deep into why Ellie was so determined to get that Olympic qualifying time for Paris 2024, and unpack her attempts to secure it in London, Osaka and Hamburg, with lots of help from her training pals at the Surf Coast Track Club.
Ellie Pashley is a marathon runner who represented Australia at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, where she finished in 23rd place. Ellie started running marathons in 2016, clocking 2:46 in Melbourne on debut. She has since progressed to 2:26, which she ran in Nagoya in 2019. One of her best performances was an 8th place at New York Marathon in 2:27. She also has a 10km PB of 31:18 from the 2019 World Championships in Doha, where she finished 13th. Ellie is also a physiotherapist and co-owner of coaching company, Run Strong, with her coach Julian Spence. She is a mum to Tiggy and Luna (her kelpie).
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Intro/outro music by Dan Beacom
Graphic design by Kate Scheer

Sole Sisters - 7: Running mistakes

Sometimes it’s easier to learn from your f**k ups than your successes!
This episode of Sole Sisters kicks off with a recap of Alice’s victory at the Cape Paterson Aquathon. Despite some trash talking from her sister on the start line, Alice came away with the win. On the flip side, Elise describes a horrendous 10k time trial which left her feeling defeated and deflated.
We then jump into the main topic of the day – the biggest mistakes we’ve made in training and racing. From Elise collapsing at the end of Berlin Marathon or locking her keys (and race shoes) in the car minutes before a 10k race, to Alice putting herself in a glycogen hole with fasted runs – we share plenty of examples of what not to do so you don’t have to make the same mistakes!
We cap off the episode with big news about Izzi Batt-Doyle’s new Australian record in the half marathon (67:17 in Marugame, Japan), as well as Cam Myers’ first open Australian record in the 3,000m on the indoor track (7:33.12 in Boston, USA) and some other great runs from Aussie runners overseas.
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20: Jess Stenson, on mum strength, the Paris Olympics, and running from the heart

From returning to running post pregnancy (x2), to infinite pros and cons lists, yoghurt explosions and orangutan drawings, we get personal with three-time Olympian, Jess Stenson. This episode is part of a mini-series featuring some of our mighty marathon mums. Jess and I chat about the many challenges women runners overcome after having kids, including navigating changes to the body, toddler meltdowns (always timed to perfection when you’re trying to leave for training) and a never-ending lack of sleep.
We cover her lead up to the Paris Olympics, including some tough moments during the Australian team selection, and how despite all that, she was able to nail 13th place in the Olympic marathon with her family right there alongside her.
Jess is one of the most positive people you’ll ever meet, and what comes though so strongly is that she runs from the heart. Keep an eye out for her next big race: Tokyo Marathon!
Jess Stenson has represented Australia in the marathon at three Olympics, and has won multiple Commonwealth Games medals in the marathon, including gold at Birmingham in 2022. Jess is also a qualified physiotherapist and keynote speaker.--Jess Stenson's Instagram: @jess_tren
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Intro/outro music by Dan Beacom
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Sole Sisters - 6: New year, new me, etc.

Alice and Elise are back from their summer holidays, which involved plenty of family time, beach dips and Australian wildlife. The pair recount highlights from their time off, before breaking down their running and life goals for the year ahead. Elise talks about getting stuck into some 5k track races and Alice reveals her big plans to race the Cape Paterson Aquathon and win another coveted gin glass for her mum. (Editor’s note: Alice won overall female in the swim/run event the day after recording!) They also go into some exciting race announcements for London and Boston marathons, before ending with a few podcast recommendations. Happy to be back!-
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Intro/outro music by Dan Beacom
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19: How to set your 2025 running goals with Professor of Psychology, Christian Swann

If you’re thinking about New Year’s resolutions or setting new running goals for 2025, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for!
In this final edition of Run With It for 2024, we’re talking about goal-setting with Christian Swann, Professor of Psychology at Southern Cross University. Christian offers so many great pointers on how we can set flexible running goals that account for life’s curve balls.
We discuss the importance of reflecting on your running year, how to set goals that are uplifting to pursue, even when things don’t go as planned, and why focusing on enjoyment is key to staying motivated long-term. Christian also encourages us to set three different types of running goals for 2025: listen out for those at the end of the episode!
Christian Swann’s research focuses on the psychology of sport, exercise and physical activity. His specific expertise is on improving quality of experience (e.g., flow, enjoyment), promoting mental health, and understanding how to best use goal-setting. 
Wishing you all a wonderful start to 2025!  

Sole Sisters - 5: Christmas special & 2024 reflections

In this episode of Soul Sisters, hosts Elise and Alice discuss their highlights, challenges, and key learnings from the year, covering personal anecdotes and reflections on running and life. It gets bit deep, reflective and vulnerable, actually! But the conversation is still never too far from a ridiculous detour about sporks, etc.
The team also discuss holiday plans, including the Grinch’s (Alice’s) strong opinions on snowy Christmas decorations that don’t make sense for the southern hemisphere. They review the recent On Track Nights: Zatopek 10k meet and finish answering a few listener questions and proffering a couple of Christmas gifts to you (recommendations).
Finally, thanks to all the listeners for your support this year! You’ve been an absolute dream! We’ll see you in 2025. xox