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Melbourne Marathon 2024

Expert-led online sessions about your training, nutrition, strength, and mental strategies. Be fully prepared for your race, down to the last detail.

Download Femmi and access all expert sessions, personalized training and weekly coach advice for your race, from $29.99 (prices vary). Or, purchase standalone access to the expert sessions for $70.

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August 8 2024, 6pm AEST

Sustainable training for women

Harnessing your physiology

Dive into the science of running with Dr. Izzy Smith and Coach Lydia O’Donnell as they cover essential training principles for women. Discover how sustainable training plans respect your physiology and helps you train smarter and more effectively. Walk away with actionable insights and the confidence to tackle your Melbourne Marathon training head-on.

Your hosts

Dr Izzy Smith

Endocrinologist

Lydia O'Donnell

Running coach

August 15 2024, 6pm AEST

Fueling for optimal performance

Nutrition for runners

Join Dietitian Sara Widdowson and Coach Lydia O’Donnell to learn the ins and outs of fueling your training. This session will demystify the runner's diet, highlighting what to eat and when for your running performance. Equip yourself with practical nutrition strategies that will power your runs and optimize your training results.

Your hosts

Lydia O'Donnell

Running coach

Sara Widdowson

Dietitian

August 21 2024, 6pm AEST

Building strength and preventing injury

A runner’s guide

Uncover the vital role of strength training in your running with Physio Grace Coombs and Strength Expert Bex Attwell. Learn how to structure a week of strength training, the importance of pelvic floor health, and techniques to stay injury-free. This session will empower you with the tools to build a resilient and strong body.

Your hosts

Grace Coombs

Physio

Bex Attwell

Strength expert

September 26 2024, 6pm AEST

Fueling for the finish line

Race day nutrition

Get race day ready with Dietitian Sara Widdowson and Coach Lydia O’Donnell as they share expert advice on pre-race and race day nutrition. Understand what and when to eat in the lead-up to the marathon, and master your fueling strategy for the Melbourne Marathon course. Leave this session with a clear plan to keep you energized and strong from start to finish.

Your hosts

Lydia O'Donnell

Running coach

Sara Widdowson

Dietitian

October 3 2024, 6pm AEST

Mind over miles

Mental strategies for success

Boost your mental game with Coaches Lydia O’Donnell and Esther Keown as they guide you through essential strategies for staying calm, confident, and focused on race day. Learn techniques to tackle nerves and maintain a positive mindset, ensuring you're mentally prepared to achieve your Melbourne Marathon goals.

Your hosts

Lydia O'Donnell

Running coach

Esther Keown

Running coach

Be fully prepared for your race

Download Femmi and access all expert sessions, personalized training and weekly coach advice for your race, from $29.99 (prices vary). Or, purchase standalone access to the expert sessions for $70.

Download FemmiOr purchase standalone access