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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.
Trick Your Brain Into Loving Your Runs
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Running isn’t just physical — it’s neurological. Coach Croft breaks down how to “trick” your brain into loving your runs using science-backed mental strategies that rewire effort, increase flow, and make running genuinely feel good again.