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When Motivation Disappears And Hormones Quietly Hijack The Wheel
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A grounded, research-informed look at how low Estradiol and an imbalanced Pg/E2 ratio can hijack motivation, disrupt training, and create sudden hesitations in athletes. Learn why this gets missed, what to ask your provider, and how to reclaim control. Includes link to my Hit Play Not Pause podcast episode with Selene Yeager.
She Didn’t Slow Down — Her Physiology Shifted: The Untold Story of Long-Term Menopause and Running
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Menopause doesn’t end your running career — generic advice does. Learn how long-term and surgical menopause affect performance and how to rebuild strength, pace, and confidence with science-backed training and fueling strategies.