You Are Not a Small Man: How Hormones Change the Way We Move with Lydia O'Donnell
Today Jess sits down in Sydney with longtime friend and running legend Lydia O’Donnell, co-founder of Femmi and Nike Run Club Head Coach for the Pacific.Lydia shares how shifting from “how I look” to “what my body can do” changed everything, including her performance. She opens up about RED-S, losing and regaining her period, and how cycle-aware training and proper fueling helped her rebuild strength and smash PBs. You’ll hear the story behind Femmi, why women aren’t “small men” in sport, the power of male allies, and Lydia’s advice to younger athletes on patience, confidence, and learning your body.Follow & Connect:Instagram: @wearethecyclistWebsite: wearethecyclist.comHit play to join the conversation and take what you need for your next run, walk, or workout.
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Building Cadence: The Story, the Science, and the Sisterhood
We’ve officially launched Cadence, our sister brand, our passion project, and the culmination of three years of building, learning, and healing.In this episode, Jess and Kat share the full journey from that first DM to launch day - the highs, the heartbreaks, and the why behind it all. We chat about what drove us to create Cadence, the gaps we saw in the women’s health space, and the products that supported us on our own journeys (and now, hopefully, yours too).We also dive into the realities of the supplement industry - how unregulated it is, what transparency really means, and why we built Cadence to be different.If you’ve ever dreamed of turning frustration into purpose, this one’s for you.✨ Follow & ConnectInstagram: @wearethecyclistWebsite: wearethecyclist.comShop Cadence: cadencewellbeing.comHit play to join us on the journey.
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Born Without A Uterus with Prue Craven
This week on the podcast we’re joined by Prue Craven, who was born with a rare condition called MRKH, meaning she never developed a uterus.Prue opens up about the moment she realised something was different, the long journey through IVF and surrogacy heartbreak, and the life-changing 14-hour transplant surgery that gave her the chance to carry her own child. She shares what it was like to wake up with a uterus for the first time, the incredible story of her friend becoming her donor, and how it felt to finally give birth to her daughter Rose.This is a story about resilience, hope, and breaking down what we think is possible for women’s health.Follow & ConnectInstagram: @wearethecyclistWebsite: wearethecyclist.comHit play and join the journey.
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The Brutal Reality of Endometriosis and Adenomyosis with Georgie
This week on the podcast we’re joined by Georgie, who courageously shares her real story with endometriosis and adenomyosis. She speaks honestly about the symptoms she’s lived with, the multiple surgeries she’s endured, and the ongoing challenges of navigating life with chronic pain.We dive into how her diagnosis has reshaped her day-to-day - from the difficulty of holding down work to the way her dreams of having children have shifted. Georgie’s openness is raw, relatable, and a reminder of the resilience so many women draw on while navigating these conditions.Follow & Connect:Instagram: @wearethecyclistWebsite: wearethecyclist.comHit play to listen in and join the journey.
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Kat's Birth Story: From VBAC to Emergency C Section
In this episode, Kat shares her powerful and emotional birth story.From raspberry leaf tea to acupuncture, induction herbs, dates, evening primrose oil, perineal massage, and even colostrum collection, Kat takes us through everything she tried in the hopes of achieving a VBAC. Despite her best efforts, her journey led to a second emergency c-section - and with it, the lessons and peace she found in knowing she had done everything she could.We talk through the emotional rollercoaster of birth, her tips for postpartum recovery, and the surreal moment where Jess experienced a miscarriage while Kat was in labour - a true reminder of the complexity of womanhood and the shared experiences of our bodies.Follow & Connect:Instagram: @wearethecyclistWebsite: wearethecyclist.com
The go-to women’s health podcast for real, honest conversations about hormones, periods, PCOS, endometriosis, fertility, and the rest. Hosted by Jess Quinn & Katherine Douglas, we dive into all things women's health and help you to demystify owning a female body— with expert advice and real stories to help you feel empowered and informed. If you’re tired of being dismissed and want to decode your body, this podcast is for you.
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