The Reinvention Project
We are your midlife mentors helping you find your favourite version of you because it's never too late to start something new or completely change your life. We talk all things mindset, fitness, weight loss, starting over, juggling health, happiness, careers, families, you name it, we've got a story to tell.
Episodes
43 episodes
Unqualified But Enthusiastic - Embracing the Beginner Energy
summaryIn this episode, Emma and Carly share their personal journeys of embracing new challenges, from triathlons to crit racing. They discuss the importance of community support, the lessons learned through their experien...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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41:53
The Cost of Going Hard: Injury, Energy Deficiency & the Comeback
summaryIn this episode of the Reinvention Project, Emma and Rachael discuss the challenges and experiences of pushing limits in triathlon, the impact of injuries on daily life, and the importance of mental health and nutri...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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39:28
Emma is an Ironman
summaryIn this episode, Emma and Carly share their exhilarating and emotional journey to the Ironman World Championship in Kona. They discuss the challenges they faced during their training, the intense race day experience...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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1:14:38
Friendship, Finish Lines, and Future Goals
In this episode of the Reinvention Project, Carly and Emma reconnect after some time apart, sharing their recent running adventures and personal growth experiences. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of running, including their participat...
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44:55
You Can Do Hard Things... But Should You Do Them All?
summaryIn this episode, Emma shares her journey through midlife, discussing the challenges and triumphs of balancing work, training for triathlons, and maintaining friendships. She reflects on her recent caree...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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44:09
Evolving with You: Confessions from the Support Crew
In this episode of The Reinvention Project, Carly shares a heartfelt solo reflection on the dynamics of friendship, particularly focusing on how her friend Emma is evolving as she prepares for the World Ironman Championships. Carly discusses th...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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22:17
Healing or Hustling? Inside the world of Health Coaches and Wellness Influencers!
In this episode of the Reinvention Project, Carly and Emma unpack the wellness world and compare the role of a wellness influencer with that of a certified health coach. Carly shares her story of life on the inside of an MLM and the conference ...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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50:01
Oxygen Optional, Champagne Essential - Lara's story of trekking Mera Peak in The Himalayas
Here on The Reinvention Project we're all about saying yes to things that both scare and excite us - and never letting go of that sense of adventure and curiosity about how new experiences can shape us. This week, Carly invites her bestie, Lara...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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45:19
Ready, Fire, Aim!
In this episode of The Reinvention Project, it's all about embracing imperfection and being okay with taking aim after you've fired. Let's face it - the perfect moment doesn't exist! We share our recent running adventures as well as...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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52:59
Sweat, Snacks & Silicon: The Snacket Story with Founder, Karla
In this episode of The Re-Invention Project, Emma chats with Karla, the creator of Snacket. Karla shares her journey from being a stay-at-home Mum to launching a successful product for triathletes, cyclists, runners and athletes who are j...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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42:44
Goals Ghosted Us
Ever have that feeling that your goals have completed ghosted you? Like, one minute you're 100% on track with all the best laid plans in the world, and the next minute life's happened and you're on a whole new path? You're adapting ...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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47:26
Emergency Mode Activated
This is a vulnerable share episode. We talk about the process of reinventing yourself during an emergency, and what it takes to show up as the person your loved one needs in that moment. Carly shares her experience of a recent accid...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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41:01
Where there's a will, there's a way with Triathlete Racheal Dols
summaryIn this episode, Emma and Rachael discuss the challenges and triumphs of midlife reinvention, focusing on Rachael's journey as a triathlete and police officer. They explore the complexities of balancing work, traini...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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49:38
The Athlete Hustle
SummaryIn this episode, Emma and Carly explore the multifaceted journey of the athlete hustle, discussing the importance of social media engagement, the challenges of navigating redundancy, and the shift towards sponsorshi...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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49:02
An almost Ironman & a Unicorn
Fresh from the Ironman Australia (turned Duathlon) in Port Macquarie, Emma spills the tea her reaction to the swim being cancelled on the day of the event. She takes us on an emotional rollercoaster from that moment all the way through to...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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48:40
Shut Up and Do It
With big changes or big events in our lives, we often spend a whole lot of time behind the scenes preparing for the big moment. Whether that be mentally rehearsing, honing new skills or practicing what it takes. Yet, when we are rig...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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41:52
Take a Chill Pill
Are you feeling stressed out a the moment? Anxiety creeping in, but you're not sure why? Just looking at your schedule makes you feel a bit frazzled? We hear you! We spill the tea on the way we have and are experiencing ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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50:57
Reinvention through Redundancy
In this episode of The Reinvention Project, hosts Carly and Emma explore the themes of personal reinvention, particularly in midlife. Carly shares her journey of stepping outside her comfort zone by taking up running, while Emma discusses her u...
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40:32
Life in the Fast Lane: Revved up for Change
Imagine this: You’re behind the wheel of your Mustang, helmet on, engine rumbling beneath you. Your heart is pounding as you pull onto the track for the first time. The first lap is nerve-wracking—your grip is tight, every turn feels like the e...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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42:20
Pivot! Pivot!
In this episode of The Reinvention Project, we talk about those moments in life where we have no choice but to pivot. Even with best laid plans and a big vision of where we are headed, life has a way of getting all lifey on us. We t...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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47:46
Em & Coach Tim Bliss
In this episode of The Reinvention Project, Emma and her coach Tim Bliss discuss the journey of coaching, personal growth, and the challenges of balancing training and competition. They share insights from their recent race experiences, the imp...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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41:47
The Waiting Game
Ever feel stuck in the waiting room of life, overthinking the choices on your decision platter? Or like your decision platter is overcrowded with other people's dreams for your life, rather than your own dreams? Ever find yourself w...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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34:15
Cocktail of Life
Imagine your life is a cocktail. The perfect mix of base spirit, bitters, sweeteners and mixers... and you get to decide if it's shaken or stirred. Well, this week, that's exactly the analogy we're talking about... how we create the...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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39:52
