In this episode, we’re joined by physiotherapist, trail runner and running-rehab specialist Sophie Vecchione for an in-depth conversation on RED-S, stress fractures, hormones and long-term athlete health.

We explore why injuries like stress fractures are becoming increasingly common, how low energy availability and under-recovery impact the body, and why understanding hormonal health is essential for female athletes.

In this episode we cover:
• What RED-S actually is (and why it’s more than just under-fuelling)• Stress fractures, bone health, and why they occur• How hormones influence injury risk across different life stages• Why postpartum and peri-/post-menopause are higher-risk periods for active women• The importance of menstrual health and building bone density in your teens and 20s• Exercise dependency, recovery, and the cost of chronic under-recovery• How to train for performance without compromising long-term health

Sophie breaks down complex and often misunderstood topics with clarity, offering practical insights for runners and athletes navigating training through different phases of life.

Whether you’re a runner, CrossFit or HYROX athlete, or simply someone who trains regularly, this episode offers essential knowledge to help you stay healthy, resilient and performing well long-term.

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Follow Sophie over on instagram : @runfreerehab

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Today’s episode is a CrossFit × HYROX crossover with Lucy McGonigle & Holly Tynan — two elite CrossFit athletes who stepped onto the Hyrox race floor in Dublin to test themselves in a very different arena.

Holly, a multiple-time CrossFit semi-finalist, and Lucy, who made her CrossFit Games debut this season, chat through why they decided to give HYROX a go, how they approached the running-heavy format, and what surprised them most on race day. 

The conversation also dives into how CrossFit and HYROX overlap, and where they differ — particularly when it comes to running, machine work and endurance. Holly shares why she’ll always swap running for the Echo bike when athletes are injured, explaining how it best replicates the threshold feeling of a hard run compared to the rower or SkiErg. 

Whether you’re a CrossFitter curious about Hyrox,, a runner looking to build strength, or an athlete managing injury while keeping fitness high, this episode is packed with practical insight — and plenty of laughs along the way.

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@lucy.mcgonigle @crossfit.resplendent @hqfitld

@holly_tynan2000 @crossfitaberdeen

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In this episode, we sit down with Eilidh, a coach at Elation in Glasgow, Graham Hallidays gym and an incredible Scottish Hyrox athlete making a name for herself in the space. She shares how she went from trying the movements for the first time (with hilarious old videos to prove it!) to becoming fully hooked on the sport. Eilidh opens up about starting out as the last person in her first Hyrox class, the power of community, and how consistent coaching completely changed her game.

We dive into her running background, how pressure affected her performances last season, and the mindset shift that helped her drop from 1:16 to 1:05 Pro Solo — plus how she got her run speed back to a sub-19 5K. She gets real about confidence, fuelling, navigating plateaus, and why fun (and a weighted vest) might just be the secret weapon for elite performance.

A full, honest, relatable conversation for anyone chasing PBs, trying to fall back in love with training, or stuck in the messy middle of progression.

Follow Eilidh over on instagram : @elationeilidh

Follow Elation Gym : @elationgymglasgow

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This week we sit down with runner, creator and women’s coach Lily Collyer, whose fitness journey took off when she moved to Dubai. Over the last four years she’s taken on 24 hours of burpees, a 100K ultra, and multiple marathons — all while fundraising for mental health charities and sharing her story online.

Lily opens up about:

• The transition from ultras to speed-focused marathon training (“I was humbled… it was the hardest thing I’ve ever done”).
• What Berlin’s brutal heat taught her about respecting the marathon distance.
• Running a solo, night-time marathon across Dubai — no music, alone, carrying a gimbal — to show how safe the city is for women (“I was told to go to the darkest places”).
• Why doing less can sometimes unlock your best performances.
• The realities of self-belief, discipline and starting small.
• And… a little hint about what next year’s challenge might look like.

A raw, honest and empowering episode that proves you don’t need to be extraordinary to take on extraordinary things.

Follow Lily over on instagram : @lilycollyer

On TikTok : @lilycollyer_

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In this week’s episode, we sit down with the insanely talented Laura Belgrave — the creative force behind LB Visuals and one of the standout visual storytellers in the Hyrox space. 

Lauras ability to capture emotion, intensity and real human grit is unmatched — but her journey to becoming a videographer wasn’t linear. In fact, it started with being made redundant twice, losing her confidence, questioning her path, and finally taking the leap into full-time creative work… with no rulebook, no guaranteed income, and no clear plan other than backing herself.

We talk about:
🎥 How she found her place in a space still dominated by men
📸 The pressure, adrenaline and chaos of shooting race days and fitness events
🏃‍♀️ Her process for following athletes, capturing storylines, and staying everywhere at once
🔥 Building LB Visuals from scratch and navigating self-belief along the way
❤️ Her own fitness journey & love for Hyrox 

Follow Laura over on instagram : 

Business - @lb.visualss

Personal - @lb.fitt

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This week we’re joined by the incredible Bryony Keys — an athlete whose story is equal parts heartbreaking, inspiring and unbelievably powerful. Bryony opens up about the tragic accident that left 75% of her foot shattered, the months of uncertainty that followed, and the mental battle of coming back from an injury that threatened to take running away from her completely.

She talks honestly about the darkest parts of that journey: stepping away from social media, losing her identity as an athlete, the frustration, the loneliness, and the slow, stubborn rebuild back to strength.

But Bryony’s story isn’t defined by the injury — it’s defined by what she did next.
- Her first Ironman.- Winning the BPN Survive the Night 50-mile ultra.- Earning the golden chip for the BPN Last Man Standing.- And rediscovering her purpose along the way.

This is a conversation about resilience, rebuilding, belief and doing hard things — even when the world tells you that you shouldn’t be able to. Bryony is proof that you can rewrite your story, even when the ending looks nothing like what you expected.

Follow Bryony over on instagram : @coachbryony

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This week we’re joined by Amy and Rosie Walsh — identical twin sisters taking the Hyrox world by storm. They are currently your U24 Women's Pro Doubles World Record Holders.

Still early in their athletic journey, Amy and Rosie have already made a big impression — not just with their race times, but with their energy, humility, and love for the sport.

We talk about what it’s like to compete side-by-side as sisters, how they use their twin to elevate their performance, and the lessons they’ve learned about teamwork, mindset, and communication under pressure.

Grounded, driven, and genuinely loving every minute of it — this is only the beginning for the Walsh twins, and we can’t wait to see what’s next.

Follow the girls over on instagram: @amyrosiefit

To check out their coaching page head to: @hybridcorecoaching

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This week, we’re joined by Kat Parnell — a former footballer turned Elite Hyrox athlete who’s learned that mindset can make or break performance.

Kat shares how a simple shift in perspective helped her unlock one of her best performances yet — a 1:01 solo race in Birmingham.

She also talks about reuniting with her old football friend Jade Skillen to take on a doubles race, which led to competing in the elite field in her first major, and learning how to stay composed when the pressure’s on.

We also talk about the importance of listening to your body and recovery from training, Kat shares her top tips from a massage therapists point of view.

This episode is all about growth & perspective — both on and off the competition floor.

🎧 Honest, inspiring, and packed with takeaways for every athlete!

Follow Kat over on instagram : @katparnell and her gym @airbornefitofficial

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This week we’re joined by Georgie Ricks, a PCOS coach, nutritionist, and personal trainer who’s helping women understand their hormones and finally feel at home in their bodies.

Georgie opens up about her own 15-year journey living with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) — from struggling with unexplained weight gain, anxiety, and skin issues, to feeling completely lost and frustrated by a lack of answers.

Through persistence and her background in Biochemistry and Nutrition, Georgie discovered how to manage her symptoms naturally and now helps women do the same — balancing hormones, improving energy, and rebuilding confidence without relying on birth control or synthetic medication.

We dive into what PCOS really is, the myths around it, and how nutrition, training, and lifestyle shifts can support your body to thrive.

🎧 Tune in now — this one’s packed with practical advice and hope for anyone navigating hormonal health.

Follow Georgie over on instagram : @itsapcosparty

Check out her website : https://itsapcosparty.com

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This week we’re joined by Zara Piergianni, who’s fresh off the back of an incredible performance at the Hyrox Hamburg Major, where she and Gabriella Moriarty secured third place and punched their ticket to the World Championships.

We chat through that tense race — including the penalty box moment — and how she’s been navigating change this season, from a new coach and new training approach to rediscovering her purpose and passion for competing.

Zara opens up about learning to trust the process, staying composed under pressure, and finding joy in the hard work. Whether you’re an elite athlete or just starting out, this one’s packed with insight, honesty, and motivation.

To find out more about Zara or get information on her coaching head to instagram and check her out: @coachedbyzara

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