Run with Intention: Goals, Grit & the Power of Manifestation

Episode Title: Setting Running Goals and the Power of Manifestation

Podcast: Women’s Running Collective Hosts: Hayley & Justine

In this inspiring episode, Hayley and Justine catch up on their recent running experiences—from dealing with pesky injuries to braving the winter chill in Sydney. They dive into the art of setting meaningful running goals using the SMART framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound), with Hayley sharing her personal passion for goal planning and how it fuels her motivation.

The conversation takes a deeper turn as they explore the emotional connection women often have with goal setting, and how it differs from men’s approaches. They also introduce the powerful concept of manifestation—and how visualizing success can play a key role in achieving it.

Whether you’re planning your first 5K, eyeing a marathon, or simply looking to realign your mindset, this episode offers actionable insights and heartfelt reflections. Plus, they wrap up with some great suggestions for creating vision boards and a shout-out to Fractal’s latest running gear.

Episode Breakdown

• 00:00 – Intro & friendly banter

• 00:32 – Weekly running check-ins

• 01:13 – Injuries, setbacks & support from running groups

• 03:51 – Why goal setting matters

• 05:20 – Deep dive into the SMART goals method

• 08:24 – Sharing personal goals and what drives them

• 12:42 – How to set marathon-specific goals

• 13:18 – Finding joy through running

• 14:06 – Trail vs. marathon running: different vibes

• 14:50 – Questions every runner should ask themselves

• 17:27 – Harnessing the power of manifestation

• 23:54 – Vision boards and intentional goal visualization

• 25:22 – Gear picks & wrap-up

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🎧 Tune in for practical tips, thoughtful reflections, and a boost of motivation for your running journey.