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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.
How to Adjust Your Running Pace for Heat and Humidity
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Running in the heat and humidity can feel like a completely different sport. If you've ever stepped outside for a run on a hot summer morning and felt sluggish within minutes, you're not alone.
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.
The Irony of Running Advice and Coaching Ethics
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A good coach isn’t selling a guaranteed result. They're providing a roadmap, guidance, and the tools to help you succeed. If a coach isn’t confident in their ability to help someone, then why are they coaching in the first place?