4TG
4TG (For The Girls) is the podcast empowering the next generation of female athletes to build confidence, break barriers, and thrive â in sport and in life. Through real, raw conversations with elite athletes, coaches, and changemakers, we share the stories, tools, and inspiration young women need to chase bold goals and shape the future of womenâs sport.
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#36 Motherhood, Elite Sport and Postpartum Performance, With Alicia Lucas
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Former professional Australian rugby union player and commentator Alicia Lucas joins Kylie on 4TG (For The Girls) for a real conversation about the motherhood tax in womenâs sport.
If you have ever felt like becoming a mum means your career is âdoneâ, this episode will challenge that fast. Alicia shares what it was really like navigating pregnancy, contracts, and returning to high performance. Including the surprise part. She came back hitting PBs.
We talk postpartum performance, the mental load, and why better systems matter. Not just for elite athletes, but for every girl who wants sport and a life outside it. This one is honest, practical, and full of perspective for athletes, coaches, and clubs who want to do better.
In this episode, we cover:
- The âmotherhood taxâ and why it still exists
- Postpartum training and returning to performance
- Mindset, mental resilience and self-belief under pressure
- Contracts, maternity policies and psychological safety
- Identity beyond sport and athlete career transition
- Why clubs should keep mums connected to the system
Follow Alicia on Instagram at alicia_quirk
ABOUT THE HOST
Kylie Lynch is the Founder and Host of 4TG (For The Girls), a podcast and platform on a mission to keep more girls and women in sport.
A VFLW athlete, Australian representative in Polocrosse, coach, mentor and media/communications professional, Kylie has spent her career at the intersection of sport, media and community impact. Through 4TG, she shares the stories, lessons and experiences of elite athletes, coaches and industry leaders to help girls and women build confidence, navigate challenges and stay involved in sport for longer. Because sport doesn't just build athletes. It builds confidence, resilience, leadership, connection and opportunities that positively impact girls and women both on and off the field.
Connect with Kylie:
- Instagram: @kylie__lynch
- LinkedIn: Kylie Lynch
- Website: www.4tg.com.au
- Email: kylie@4tg.com.au
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