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Spotting Red Flags in Coaching: What Every Athlete Should Know
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Not all coaches are created equal. Coach Croft shares how to spot red flags in coaching—from rigid methods to outdated advice—and what real, evidence-based, athlete-centered coaching should look like.
What I’ve Learned from Coaching Menopausal Runners
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Menopause changes the game for runners, but it doesn’t mean performance has to decline. Over the years, I’ve coached menopausal athletes through fatigue, hormonal fluctuations, and strength loss—while watching them get stronger, faster, and more resilient.
How to Adjust Your Running Pace for Heat and Humidity
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Running in heat and humidity doesn’t have to feel impossible. Learn how to adjust your pace, train by effort, and hydrate like an athlete so your summer runs feel strong instead of survival-mode. A practical, physiology-backed guide for masters and menopausal runners who want to stay consistent and avoid burnout.
Breaking Barriers in Coaching: The Realities and Rise of Female Run Coaches
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Explore how female running coaches are breaking barriers in the sport. Learn about the challenges women face, the rise of programs like Game Changers sponsored by Brooks Running, the RIDC, and how greater representation is reshaping the running industry.
Marathon Training After 40: The Real Guide for Masters Runners Who Still Want to Feel Strong
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Train smarter, not harder. Discover how masters runners over 40 can thrive in marathon training with better recovery, strength, and fueling strategies for peak performance.