Running clubs are booming, long runs are filling city streets, and with the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival just around the corner, there’s no better time to drop a special bonus episode of Momentum.

Allie Daisy King sat down in our Melbourne studio with Issy Hume - a Nike Running Athlete, long-distance runner, and data scientist - whose journey has been inspiring women both on and off the track, to say the least.

Reflecting on her epic win at the Nike After Dark Tour, a women’s-only half marathon in Sydney, Issy shares what it felt like to cross that finish line, why running alongside so many women was such a powerful experience, and how she mentally prepares for big races. They dive into her passion for getting more women into running, the unique challenges female athletes face, and why investment from brands like Nike matters for the future of women’s sport.

Beyond running, Issy opens up about her life as a scientist (just casually) - from her PhD research to her mission of making data and science communication more accessible. She’s proof that athleticism and academia can run side by side.

Whether you’re gearing up for your first 5K, eyeing a marathon personal best, or just curious about how running culture is shifting in Australia, we can guarantee there'll be plenty for you to take away.

This episode was brought to you by Nike.