The Running Mums Podcast

This week's episode is with Emma Bord, mum-of-three, PT, six star finisher and all-round amazing runner! If you're lacking in motivation or confidence in your running, Emma is sure to get you signing up to your next (or first) race! Emma chats about her running journey, starting with a dare to run London marathon, through to completing six of the world majors within a year. She also shares her secrets to staying focused and running strong, even in those really tough moments, as well as how to commit to a challenge and stick to it.Emma recently wrote her book, Mum Power, which encompasses her supportive message to mothers — we can feel strong and like ourselves again after having kids, and she gives practical advice on how you can get there.Like many of us, Emma's passion for running has grown since becoming a mum, and she shows that we can still follow our dreams while also helping our children achieve theirs. I hope you enjoy the episode and feel inspired to take on an epic challenge of your own!

Your hormones play an enormous role in your overall wellbeing as well as your running performance, and optimising your hormone health is key to harnessing your full potential.Dr Nicky Keay, medical doctor, mother-of-two and author shares how understanding our hormones, from pregnancy to postpartum and beyond, can help us optimise our running performance.She shares why hormones shouldn't be seen as the enemy, and how they tell us vital information about how our body is functioning.You can find Nicky's book Hormones, Health and Human Potential here. To book an individual appointment for a for more detailed discussion with Nicky, visit her website.

Ever felt frustrated that you couldn't find comfortable active wear that fit your growing bump, or struggled out of a restrictive sports bra to give your baby a feed? Claire Gleave was fed up of not finding the right gear when she was pregnant, and went on to found her very own activewear brand to fill that gap.Natal Active has since gone from strength-to-strength while Claire has continued her impressive running streak, from chasing pbs to running for wellbeing, all while being mum to her three boys!Claire shares why what you wear matters, and how to stay comfortable and able to keep moving, whether you're pregnant or have a baby or older child. She also talks about the breastfeeding mums she followed through London Marathon this year and how she's working to raise the profile of running mothers.Claire herself has pushed her limits to reach her own goals and her dedication to helping other women do the same is really inspiring.Be sure to check out @natalactive on Instagram or browse their lovely gear at natalactive.com

Hooga Health and Wellbeing's Laura Vick tells us about her journey getting back to running after having a baby and gives some great tips for returning to exercise.Laura is a former nurse and midwife and mum of three, and I've been lucky enough to attend her wonderful family pilates classes for about a year. She's also a keen runner and completed London Marathon in 2017.She also chats about the enormous value of the pelvic floor and how she wishes it was something that was talked about more, so that more women could feel positive that things can improve with the right support.If you have a new baby, I hope this podcast gives you confidence to return to movement when you're ready. Remember that you will get back running, but there is no rush and your patience will pay off.You can find Laura on Instagram, Facebook and via her Hooga Health and Wellbeing website..You can email her at hoogapilates@outlook.comShe runs classes in Kearsney Parks and Temple Ewell in Kent.

Charlie Barker, PT, mum-of-three and founder of Bumps and Burpees, chats to us all about running during pregnancy. If you're expecting but are unsure whether you can continue running, what exercise is safe and how to keep motivated during this exciting time, then this is the episode for you! We also speak how to stay motivated and fit in movement when time is tight, so there's lots of useful takeaways for those with children too.Plus, we chat about body image, why post partum weight loss doesn't have to be seen as taboo and speak about dealing with unwelcome comments about what you choose to do with your growing body.I hope you enjoy our chat as much as I did! As always, be sure to consult your midwife and doctor if you have any questions about starting a new exercise regime, or if you're unsure what's right for you.Charlie can be found on Instagram at bumpsandburpees or thrive_mums where she posts tonnes of uplifting and motivating content. Let's celebrate our growing bumps and bubbas, run happy and stay strong!