Female Athlete Diaries
Real stories and conversations of the challenges females face during exercise, training, and racing through all stages of life. Stories of being steam rolled by PMT, the yo-yo of peri-menopause, losing confidence in your body, the diet that went too far, and many more. Listen to the experiences of other women, connect and breakthrough.
Episodes
20 episodes
4: What it takes to become an Ultra-woman with the 2026 Female Champion, Nat Dodd
In the final episode of a four-part “ultra-woman” series, host Kirsty Sheehan interviews 36-year-old endurance athlete Nat Dodd, based in Blenheim, New Zealand, about her journey to becoming the female Ultraman Australia champion for 2026. Nat ...
3. What it takes to become an Ultra-woman in your sixties with Denise Wilson
Denise Wilson: Starting Endurance Sport at 40 and Finishing UM Australia at 61In this Female Athlete Diaries episode (third mini in a four-part “ultra-woman” series), host Kirsty Sheehan interviews 61-year-old solicitor and business owne...
2. What it takes to become an Ultrawoman with Brit Litton
Host Kirsty Sheehan introduces a series of four mini-episodes highlighting women’s journeys to Ultraman Australia and the mindset needed to take on big challenges. This episode features Brittney Litton, a lifelong multi-sport athlete who began ...
1. What It Takes to Become an Ultrawoman: Claire Kunc’s Comeback from Stage 3 Prolapse Surgery
Host Kirsty Sheehan introduces a four-part Ultrawoman mini-series, featuring individual stories to show that women of different ages and abilities can conquer major challenges with motivation and dedication. In this episode, Claire Kunc—fourth ...
Bringing Up Sporting Children In A Body Conscious World
Season two of Female Athlete Diaries launches with a two-part compilation on raising sporting children in a body-conscious, social-media-driven world.Host Kirsty Sheehan interviews parents including Anne-Marie, Suzie Moffatt, Katie Hawki...
Podiums to PhDs- Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport with Penny Slater
Navigating RED-S: Insights from Pro Triathlete and PhD Candidate Penny SlaterIn this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, host Kirsty Sheehan welcomes Penny Slater, an accomplished Australian Pro triathlete, coach, and PhD candidate. Penny...
From Water to Weights: An Evolutionary Journey with Bonnie MacDonald
In this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, host Kirsty Sheehan interviews Bonnie McDonald, a former competitive swimmer for Australia. Bonnie shares her extensive career achievements in swimming, including multiple national titles and competing...
The Learning Curve with Kat Krosch
In this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, host Kirsty Sheehan interviews Kat Krosch, a physiotherapist and triahtlon coach specialising in running and cycling biomechanics and injury prevention. Kat shares her journey from starting triathlon i...
Dedication to Development Yields Results: A Lifetime is Sport with Margo Mackintosh
In this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, hosted by Kirsty Sheehan, we hear the story of Margo Macintosh, an accomplished age group athlete and multiple world champion in sprint distance triathlon as well as long course. The most resounding pa...
Part 2: An Ultra Exclamation Post Menopause with Mel Cockshutt
Overcoming Menopause with UltramanIn this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, host Kirsty Sheehan delves into the compelling story of Mel Cockshutt, an athlete who emerged resiliently from four challenging years of menopause to take on th...
A Meaningful Journey with Melinda Cockshutt
Female Athlete Diaries – Part 1: Mel CockshuttIn this inspiring episode, host Kirsty Sheehan sits down with Melinda Cockshutt, an accomplished athlete, coach, and community leader. Mel shares her remarkable journey from a career i...
Female Athlete Diaries Highlights and Follow Up
Empowering Stories and Practical AdviceIn this short episode of Female Athlete Diaries, we recap the inspiring stories and insights shared by eight amazing women. Each guest, including marathoner Michelle Barnes, Jia Yee Yang, Keely Manc...
I Entered a Bodybuilding Competition with Alisha Van Asperen
Navigating the Bodybuilding World: Alisha's JourneyOn this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, host Kirsty Sheehan speaks with Alisha Van Asperen, a Dietitian who decided to be a guinea pig for a bodybuilding competition. Alisha shares he...
An Inspirational Spin with Doctor Deb Latouf
An Inspirational Spin with Dr. Deborah LatoufIn this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, host Kirsty Sheehan speaks with Dr. Deborah (Deb) Latouf, a distinguished sports scientist, coach, and athlete with over 30 years of experience. Deb ...
The Addictive Elements of High Performance Endurance Sport with Jodie Browning
Navigating High Performance and Identity in Endurance Sports with Jodie BrowningIn this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, host Kirsty Sheehan, an age group athlete, and former triathlon coach, delves into an insightful discussion with ...
Feed the Cooke with Alli Cooke
Alli Cooke: Insights on Training for World Championship Events, Perimenopause, Bone Stress Injuries, and the Road to RecoveryIn this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, host Kirsty Sheehan interviews Alli Cooke, a three-time age group Iro...
Menopause Motivation with Clare Leung
Navigating Athletic Life Through Perimenopause and Beyond with Clare LeungIn this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, host Kirsty Sheehan sits down with Clare Leung to discuss her extensive journey in sports and how perimenopause and meno...
Down to the Bones with Keely Mancini
The Fight for Bone Health: Keely Mancini's Journey with Osteopenia In this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, host Kirsty Sheehan welcomes Keely Mancini, a seasoned Pilates teacher and educator with over 25 years of experience. Keel...
The Girl Who Never Stopped Eating with Jia Yee Yang
The Girl Who Never Stopped EatingIn this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, Kirsty Sheehan interviews Jai Yee Yang, a 27-year-old medical student and endurance athlete. They discuss Jia Yee's journey from gymnastics to ultra-endurance s...
The Bigger Girl That Could Run with Michelle Barnes
A Conversation with Michelle BarnesIn this episode of Female Athlete Diaries, host Kirsty She-in welcomes guest Michelle Barnes, a Trisutto coach, and accomplished triathlete, to discuss the unique challenges faced by female athletes. M...