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Feisty Women's Performance

Dr. Erin Ayala
Mental Health
Women's Health
Nutrition
Women's Sports
Olympics
Female Athletes
Diet Culture
Concussion
Endurance Sports
Paris Olympics
Stress Management
Eating Disorders
Menopause
Brain Health
Women's Performance
Triathlon
Track and Field
Women’s Sports
Olympic Games
IVF

Tired of fads, quick fixes, and performance advice that wasn’t designed for you? So are we. Feisty Women’s Performance cuts through the noise to bring you credible, science-backed insights to live your best, healthiest, active life. Hosted by Dr. Erin Ayala, this is your go-to resource for tackling the challenges of being an active woman today—whether you’re hoping to PR your next marathon or just... more

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In this episode, we sit down with Gabriela Hydle, a Mayan‑Guatemalan immigrant who discovered cycling at 41 and has since become a fierce advocate for equitable access to the outdoors.

Gabriela shares how language barriers, cultural expectations, an... more

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Dr. Erin Ayala sits down with Dr. Tara‑Leigh McHugh, a Canada Research Chair in sport and physical activity at the University of Calgary.

They explore the hidden challenges faced by mother‑coaches in high‑performance sport, uncovering systemic barri... more

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Erin Ayala, PhD sits down with Dr. Gabe Mauren, PhD, LP, PMH‑C, a leading psychologist in reproductive mental health, to unpack the complexities of postpartum mental health. Listeners will learn why postpartum depression isn’t simply “hormonal,” disc... more

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In this bonus episode from Feisty's sister podcast, Another Mother Runner, hosts Sara Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin sit down with sport psychologists Dr. Tess Kilwein and Dr. Erin Ayala to unpack why self‑sabotage is a silent performance killer for wo... more

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Recent Guests

Tara-Leigh McHugh
Canada Research Chair in Gender Equity and Sport at the University of Calgary
University of Calgary
Episode: 'Not committed enough': The myth holding mother-coaches back with Dr. Tara-Leigh McHugh
Gabe Mauren
Psychologist, perinatal mental health specialist
Twin Cities area clinician; author of Personally Myself Again (co-author)
Episode: Stop Blaming Hormones for Postpartum Depression with Dr. Gabe Mauren
Erin Ayala
Sports psychologist, licensed psychologist, and researcher
Feisty guest; psychologist in sports performance
Episode: [BONUS EPISODE] Can self-compassion actually beat self-sabotage? with Drs. Tess Kilwein & Erin Ayala
Chrissy King
Brooklyn-based writer, speaker, educator and author
Author of The Body Liberation Project
Episode: Body liberation practices that every female athlete needs with Chrissy King
Susan Kleiner
High Performance Nutritionist, Sports Nutritionist
Independent nutrition consultant
Episode: Women's sports supplements: what every athlete needs to know with Dr. Susan Kleiner
Emily Matheson
Researcher focused on body image, eating disorder prevention, and women in sport
Great Minds (education publisher)
Episode: Women are forced to be resilient: The gender tax on female athletes with Dr. Emily Matheson
Erin Haugen
Licensed psychologist, sports psychologist
Haugen Performance / Dr. Erin Haugen
Episode: Why driven female athletes burn out faster — and what to do with Dr. Erin Haugen
Britta Sorensen
Dr. Britta Maria Sorensen, sports psychology researcher and ultra endurance athlete
University/Research background not explicitly stated in transcript
Episode: Inside the Pain Tolerance of Ultra-Endurance Women with Britta Maria Sorensen, PhD
Dr. Gretchen Kerr
Professor at the University of Toronto; leading researcher on interpersonal violence and maltreatment in sport
University of Toronto, Kinesiology and Physical Education
Episode: The Silent Costs of Psychological Harm for Women in Sport with Dr. Gretchen Kerr

Hosts

Erin Ayala
Host of Feisty Women's Performance, clinician and researcher focused on women's health and performance
Sarah
Feisty CEO and guide for conversation, with background in women's performance media

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Love love love!

    Love this podcast and the honest conversations from experts and everyday women alike. Would love to see the Another Mother Runner podcast be added to the Feisty channel as well. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rambler920
    United States5 months ago
  • smart, trustworthy insights on athletic performance for all women

    This podcast feels like you’re chatting with your best friend at happy hour, except your bestie’s expertise happens to pertain to athletic excellence!

    I have listened to a few episodes hosted by Dr. Ayala and they’re so lovely. I for sure recommend this podcast for women who are interested in feeling stronger, healthier, and happier. Whether you’re a competitive athlete or just a person who wants to maintain muscle mass and bone density as you age, this is a goodie. The episodes are so informa... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HomestarRunner.com Rocks!
    United States5 months ago
  • Understanding is POWER!

    From someone who grew up hearing that my period was the “curse” I thank you for re-educating young women that infact our hormones are a blessing not a bloody curse!

    Love these shows. So much insight x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChloeNJP
    Spain2 years ago
  • What is this about?

    I’m confused? I thought you were going to talk about/ maybe interview athletes competing in Paris? This is just Kelly giving her opinion on random topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CSfromCO
    United States2 years ago
  • Inspiring!

    Whenever I’m feeling a bit isolated as a woman in adventure sport, this podcast uplifts and inspires me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heycoachmac
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise honest, expert-led discussions and practical, science-based advice for women in sport.
Audience sees value in dedicated discussions about body image, nutrition, and health for active women.
The show is described as friendly and trustworthy, combining warmth with credible insights.
Fans appreciate coverage of motherhood, resilience, and non-male viewpoints in performance topics.
Some listeners want more coverage beyond athletic performance, and occasional confusion from some episodes is noted.

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[BONUS EPISODE] Can self-compassion actually beat self-sabotage? with Drs. Tess Kilwein & Erin Ayala
Q: What role does self-compassion play in mitigating self-sabotage for athletes?
Self-compassion is an active, practical tool built on mindfulness, common humanity, and self-kindness; it helps athletes acknowledge feelings without judgment and recover more quickly, without diminishing standards.
[BONUS EPISODE] Can self-compassion actually beat self-sabotage? with Drs. Tess Kilwein & Erin Ayala
Q: Is it possible to entirely banish self-sabotage, or should we aim to reframe the internal dialogue instead?
It's unrealistic to banish all self-sabotaging thoughts, but you can separate thoughts from actions, question their usefulness, and choose how to respond, using self-awareness and agency over behaviors.
'Not committed enough': The myth holding mother-coaches back with Dr. Tara-Leigh McHugh
Q: How did you define 'high-performance' for the purposes of your study and who participated?
High-performance was defined by coaching at the highest level in various sports, including Olympic-tier environments; participants came from diverse international backgrounds and primarily from summer sports.
'Not committed enough': The myth holding mother-coaches back with Dr. Tara-Leigh McHugh
Q: What drew you to study the experiences of mother coaches in high-performance sport?
McHugh explains the focus on coaches, officials, and leaders to address gender inequities beyond athlete participation, emphasizing the unique barriers mothers face and the lack of policies supporting them.
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Q: What are your thoughts on GLP-1 medications in athletes, and how should teams approach this safely?
Approach GLP-1s with caution, emphasize nutrition optimization first, use DEXA or body composition assessments, plan off-season use, monitor closely with healthcare providers, and ensure an exit plan with sustainable eating habits to maintain results without muscle loss.

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This show cuts through fitness trends with science-backed conversations about physiology, nutrition, mental health, and culture as they relate to women who stay active. Across episodes, listeners get practical guidance from clinicians, researchers, and high-performance athletes on topics like body image, resilience, burnout, safe supplementation, injury prevention, and the impact of marketing on women's health. A recurring strength is blending rigorous science with real-world coaching insights, often highlighting postpartum, midlife, and motherhood as important performance dimensions. The format tends to pair expert analysis with actionable takeaways, coaching strategies, and community-minded perspectives that empower women to train smarter... more

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Recent guests on Feisty Women's Performance include:

1. Tara-Leigh McHugh
2. Gabe Mauren
3. Erin Ayala
4. Chrissy King
5. Susan Kleiner
6. Emily Matheson
7. Erin Haugen
8. Britta Sorensen

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