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How Many People Have Run a Marathon, and What Are the Odds of Completing Three in a Year Without Injury?
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Studies show that only about 1% of the global population has ever run a marathon. In the U.S., this percentage is slightly higher, but it's still a pretty small group.
Why Aren’t We Talking About Athletes in Surgical Menopause?
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While we know that menopause impacts performance, recovery, muscle mass, and bone health, the studies that exist mostly focus on natural menopause. Athletes in surgical menopause? That’s an afterthought—if it’s considered at all.
Defying the Odds: How Masters Athletes Can Keep Improving
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Yes, slowing down over time is a reality for some athletes, but that’s not the full picture. Just like breaking the 4-minute mile seemed impossible until it wasn’t, improving as a masters athlete is absolutely possible with the right mindset and approach.
Menopause and Coaching: More Than Just a Trend
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If you’re a menopausal or perimenopausal athlete, you deserve a coach who understands the full picture—not just someone who suddenly finds the topic relevant when it’s just started affecting them personally.
Why Do Doctors Refuse to Track Hormones When Everything Else Fluctuates Too?
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If you've ever asked your doctor about getting a hormone panel during perimenopause, chances are you were met with hesitation or a flat-out refusal. The reasoning?