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How to Train When You’re Not Training for Anything

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You don’t need a race on the calendar to train with purpose. Here’s how to stay motivated, strong, and joyful when you’re not training for anything.

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The Post-Marathon Hangover: Why Rest Feels Harder Than Running

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Feeling restless after your marathon? You’re not broken—you’re in the post-marathon hangover. Here’s why recovery feels harder than running, and how to rest like an athlete.

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The More I Tried to Control It, The Worse It Got

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When control becomes a chokehold, progress stalls. Coach Croft shares how learning to collaborate with your body instead of controlling it transforms training, recovery, and mindset—especially for menopausal athletes.

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Why Rest Periods Matter in Strength Training (and How to Use Them to Maximize Results)

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Learn how rest periods between sets and exercises impact strength, muscle growth, and endurance. Discover how to time your rest for conditioning, hypertrophy, power, and PRs—especially for runners and menopausal athletes.

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Why You’re Not “Too Slow” — You’re Just Training Like You’re 25

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You’re not slowing down — you’re just training with an outdated playbook. Learn how to rebuild strength, speed, and recovery so your performance evolves with your physiology, not against it.

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