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Why Heart Rate Training Isn’t the Gold Standard for Femme Athletes (And What To Do Instead)
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Heart rate training fails many female athletes. Learn why formulas like MAF often backfire, especially for peri and menopausal runners.
The Truth About Training in Your 40s, 50s, and Beyond: 10 Things I’ll Die On a Hill For as a Coach
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A grounded, science-backed manifesto for Masters and menopausal athletes redefining performance. Train smarter, recover better, and evolve—not decline.
What Hard Seasons Teach Us About Running, Strength, and Starting Again
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A grounded and encouraging guide for Masters and menopausal athletes who want to rebuild their running after a hard season. Learn how strength, polarized training, and small form adjustments help you run stronger with fewer injuries. Includes coaching insights and next steps for smarter training.