Bringing authentic stories from runner parents, or anyone with barriers to running. This podcast shares stories of the daily juggle with work, running and the daily chaos. This is for the people out there who really need to get that run done before they lose the plot.
Kirsten speaks to Elizabeth about juggling everything - motherhood, studying, working, not to mention giving back to others through the wonderful pacing work she does.
Elizabeth also shares how much running helped her through grief which is something so many runners have experienced.
14 Jul 2026
The One About Mums Bouncing Forward, Not Back
Kirsten speaks with Emma about all things running post becoming a mum.
Emma works with lots of mums on their fitness journey, and knows first hand the ups and downs of returning to running post birth.
She is a super mum, PT, marathoner, six star finisher, and now author!
Check out her new book, "Mum Power" linked below:
https://amzn.eu/d/09xnSGVh
29 May 2026
The One About Chasing Times And Mental Strength
Kirsten speaks to Christine about going from hating that first run, to pulling on a Scotland vest in a short few years - all amazingly post two children! Christine explains how she loves chasing times and those mental battles we all have when trying to get that next PB,
25 Mar 2026
The One About Marathons And Taking A Break
Kirsten talks to Sarah, who is a busy working mum of two boys as well as a holder of the elusive six star World Marathon Majors finisher's medal.
We talk about how Sarah got started in running and how her relationship with running has changed, along with life events that I am sure many of you can relate to.
We also talk about fitting in training around the kids, and being ready to take a break when the time feels right.
Sarah is very inspiring and I hope you enjoy her story.
14 Feb 2026
The One About Menopause And Adapting Goals
Jo Wilkinson discusses juggling motherhood and running, adapting goals with age, the impact of menopause, and the importance of strength training in this interview episode with Kirsten.
15 Dec 2025
The One About Running Safety
Kirsten interviews Laura about the critical importance of runner safety, especially regarding male allyship, and inspiring future generations to embrace running as a family activity.
15 Nov 2025
The One About The Crazy Marathon Journey
Kirsten interviews Mairi about her lifelong running journey, from childhood to rediscovering it after moving across the world, and how the running community aided her reintegration into Scotland.
15 Oct 2025
The One Where Dad's Away For A Run
Kirsten interviews Bob about his experiences with social anxiety and the fears associated with attending races alone, offering relatable insights for listeners.
14 Sept 2025
The One About Finding Yourself And Your Run Buddy
Host Sarah Miller interviews Kelly Deans about how running helped her rediscover herself and find a supportive running community.
15 Jul 2025
The One Where Kirsten Answers Questions Instead
Kirsten answers questions from the local community, providing insights into running and fitness.
14 Jun 2025
The One About Finding Yourself Again Through Running
GP and runner Cat discusses running through motherhood with the host, exploring how it aids in rediscovering oneself and navigating societal pressures, in this interview episode.
14 May 2025
The One About The London Marathon
In this episode I talk to Debbie and Audrey just one week after they both smashed the London Marathon which was their first marathon after years of running.
We talk about the whole marathon experience from a 1st timer perspective, and also about getting started in running and making that switch from 5-10k to longer distance endurance events.
The most important thing about the marathon is the money raised for charity, and Debbie and Audrey have raised a phenomenal amount for the National Deaf Children's Society which is a charity close to Debbie's heart. The donation link is still open and shared below.
https://2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/debbie-talbot
14 Apr 2025
The One About Finding That Running Buzz
Maxine is a school teacher and mum of two very young kids. Like a lot of people, Maxine started off in other sports and only took up running during Covid, her first run being a bit of a shock to the system. From there, she has grown to chase that running buzz, and has went from 5k to half marathon to marathon in a very short space of time. We talk about mum guilt whils trying to find that time to yourself.
14 Mar 2025
The One About A Mum Going For Her First Run
Nicola, business owner and busy mum to two young children shares her story from zero to 5K, including her experience joining a running club and the other benefits running has brought her.
14 Feb 2025
The One About How And Why It Started
Kirsten and Alison talk about the barriers to running, why Strides & Smiles was created, and set the scene for future episodes
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Jo Wilkinson
Laura
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Kelly Deans
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