In this episode of The Cowbell, we sit down with the inspiring Mel Warman – founder and CEO of Boobs on the Run and NSW Chair of the Mother’s Day Classic.
What started as a simple Facebook post has grown into a powerful movement that's helped over 5,000 women lace up, discover their strength, and find community through running. With a deeply personal mission, Mel shares how the loss of her mother to breast cancer became the spark to create change – one stride at a time.
We unpack how Boobs on the Run offers more than just training plans. It’s about creating safe, inclusive spaces for women of all ages and backgrounds to run, reconnect, and reclaim their wellness. We also dive into her work with the iconic Mother's Day Classic – a national event that, over the past 27 years, has raised:
💗 $46.1 million for the National Breast Cancer Foundation
💙 $1.2 million for the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation
Whether you’re a complete beginner or a veteran ultra-runner, this episode is filled with heart, humour and a reminder that motion is more than medicine – it’s empowerment.
Boobs On The Run: www.boobsontherun.com.au / @boobsontherun
Mother's Day Classic: https://www.mothersdayclassic.com.au/fundraisers/boobsontherun / @mothersdayclassicaus
The Cowbell Podcast episode is brought to you by Kelvin Yip from "Endu1 - Endurance Fuel & Hydration" @endu1sportsnutrition and Dave Stewart @_daventures_, the legendary trail race MC.