Lou Kelly (The Exercise Engineer): Building Strong, Happy & Healthy Women

Episode 70: Training Chats, Strong Women & a Very Special Guest Lou Kelly

Episode 70 is here and it’s a GOOD one. This week we’re chatting all things training, recovery, mindset and welcoming an incredible guest into the WRC space running coach Lou Kelly.

We kick things off with a real-life catch-up on our own running weeks (public holiday miles, spicy intervals and the juggle of training around life), before diving into why recovery, hydration and listening to your body actually matter more than you think.

Then we’re joined by Lou Kelly former civil engineer turned full-time running coach who shares her journey into the running world, her passion for helping women get stronger, and why strength training isn’t optional if you want to run for life. We chat biomechanics, common issues women face when running, setting realistic goals and building habits that actually stick.

This episode is packed with practical takeaways, empowering reminders and plenty of “oh wow, I needed to hear that” moments. Whether you’re new to running or deep into a training block, this one’s for you.

⏱ Episode Breakdown:

00:00 – Welcome to the Women’s Running Collective 00:19 – Weekly running recap & how training has been feeling 01:11 – Training insights, reflections & real talk 03:43 – Exciting news & upcoming goals 04:59 – Special guest introduction: Lou Kelly 06:42 – Rapid fire questions with Lou 13:15 – Lou’s journey from civil engineer to running coach 17:15 – Strength training & why it’s so important for women 21:51 – Biomechanical issues & running form tips 27:05 – Compassion in coaching (and with yourself) 29:00 – Building sustainable habits that last 32:12 – Setting realistic, achievable goals 39:38 – Positive reinforcement, self-talk & mindset 43:10 – Final thoughts, takeaways & recommendations

🎙 Tune in now wherever you listen to podcasts and as always, thank you for being part of this beautiful community. 💛 You can find LOU KELLY HERE

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