S01 E33 - Anyone struggling with running shorts?
Summary
Esther Manito and Zoe Lyons welcome Mary Johnson, founder of RunKit Fox, to discuss her activewear brand designed for women’s fluctuating bodies and inclusive sizing. The hosts share humorous anecdotes about ill-fitting gear, including tops that ride up and shorts that cause chafing, while emphasizing the importance of comfort over style. They also address toxic social media culture that criticizes slower or larger-bodied runners, encouraging listeners to find their own groove and ignore negativity. The episode concludes with a segment on common running injuries like sciatica and runner’s k…
Topics discussed
Sponsorships and show introduction
Patreon announcement and community update
Autumn running motivation and ham hock and beans
Introduction of guest Mary Johnson
Origin story of Run Kit Fox and sizing issues
Body fluctuations and kit fit frustrations
Anecdotes about rolling tops and wedgies
The debate over shorts length and chafing
Designing shorts: seams, comfort, and manufacturing
Mary's background and the sampling learning curve
Testing process and production timelines
Sports bra struggles and getting stuck in gear
Current best sellers and legging durability
Pocket design, belts, and hydration vests
Busting myths: social media negativity and body shaming
Sponsorship break
Trail running, ultras, and finding your groove
Late start to running and overcoming dyspraxia
The importance of comfortable, invisible gear
Product details: socks, tank tops, and website
What is hurting us: niggles and injuries
Closing remarks and final sponsors
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