The other day I was saying to a friend, “I went out this morning for a run and I felt so sick that I just had to walk a few kilometres and go home. I thought I might have Hepatitis A from eating those frozen berries, so I went to the doctor for a blood … Read more
Since starting Running Mums Australia I have had the opportunity to meet some amazing people both in person and in our online community. I am touched by each and every story I hear and humbled and moved by people’s courage and hope and how running helps them get through the worst of life’s trials. When … Read more
Are you a lone runner or do you pound the pavements or trails with a group? While lone running has its benefits for your training, group running can bring your running to a whole new level, not to mention the fun and friendships you will make on the way. Have you tried it? Rachel tells … Read more
This is what I want to write about. It was one moment in the 10km race at the gold coast. Well, it was probably a series of moments. I’ve spent the first half of 2014 dissecting and experimenting with the 10km race. Last year I ran a 40.39 and as my half marathon times had … Read more
My admiration for marathoners, and the ability to run a full 42.2 km began in 1990. I was 8 years old, and I watched my Dad run his first marathon (in a time of 3 hours, 22 minutes). I was so proud, and completely in awe of my Dad; father of 5 children, running his … Read more
If you have just joined Running Mums Australia, welcome, we are glad that you are here! You will find nothing but inspiration with us, encouragement and support. This is why we exist, to empower you as women to run your best. Have you just started out running and feel that….gee, it is a hard slog? … Read more
Some of us shyly say ‘oh no I don’t run, I jog’. At what point is the transition? Speed? Distance? As far as I’m concerned it’s sweat and tears!!!! So, Hi I’m Jayde and its official…… I am a Running Mum. 3 years ago I was pregnant and about to give birth to my … Read more
I feel Pleasure when I run. I feel the warmth of the sun. I feel like refreshing of the rain. I feel the cool of the breeze. I love the feeling of my heart pumping and blood flowing. I have a love-hate relationship with the burning in the legs. I love getting to the top … Read more
Here are some of the posts our members shared on the Facebook page today for our super Saturday session thread! There is nothing like a weekend at RMA. Parkruns, half marathons, marathons, trail runs, training runs…we do it all, sometimes alone, sometimes together. THIS is what RMA is all about. Connection with others just like … Read more
As busy mums we often have to find time to ‘fit in’ our runs with our busy lifestyle. I know for me, this means often going running when it is pitch black either early in the morning or late at night. This is also the time that I enjoy running the most. Its quiet. Often … Read more
This April, our gorgeous member Nicole Fels got her chance to live out the dream of a lifetime and run the Boston Marathon. Nicole trained so hard for this race and it was only fitting that she share this journey with all our lovely mums as inspiration that dreams do come true, even if you are … Read more
Everyone has a story. Sometimes our stories are filled with sadness or tragedy, and sometimes hope and triumph. This is one such story of triumph. Running Mums Australia member Georgie shares with us her journey from being over weight to training to run a marathon. Thanks Georgie for sharing your story to inspire others going … Read more
On Sunday 9th of March I was lucky enough to take part in the International Women’s Day 5k Fun Run at South Bank in Brisbane. The preparation for this event started back in September and by preparation I don’t mean training I mean race outfit design! Each year my running club Flakers Running Group in … Read more