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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.

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Menopause and Hip Labral Tears: What You Need to Know

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If you've hit menopause and suddenly find yourself dealing with nagging hip pain, you're not alone. Many women don’t realize that the hormonal shifts of menopause can make them more vulnerable to injuries like hip labral tears.

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The Ultimate Guide to Marathon Training for Master’s Runners

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Marathon training as a master’s runner (40+) isn’t just a copy-paste version of what worked in your 20s and 30s.

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#medalmonday Jenks Aquarium Half

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#medalmonday - 2016 and my 8th #halfmarathon was the #jenksaquariumhalfmarathon...

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2018 Turkey Trot 5K

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2018 @fleetfeetsports #turkeytrot ✅...

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