Episode 9: Family, Flexibility, and Finding Her Flow – Rachel’s Mini Athletics Story

In this uplifting episode of Mini Athletics and Me, Clare and Hannah chat with Rachel Russell, a dynamic business owner and mum of two, who swapped the 9-to-5 office life for the freedom and fulfilment of running Mini Athletics South Birmingham.

Rachel opens up about her leap into self-employment, sharing the honest highs and lows of building a business while raising a young family. From school runs to strategy sessions, she reveals how she’s found rhythm and resilience in the juggle of parenting and entrepreneurship.

We hear how the supportive Mini Athletics network empowered her transition, how involving her daughters has brought unexpected joy, and why flexibility has been the biggest game-changer of all.

Whether you're a parent dreaming of more balance, someone considering franchising, or just love real-life stories of growth and grit, this episode offers encouragement, insight, and a reminder that you really can do both.

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