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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.
Menopause and Hip Labral Tears: What Active Women Need to Know
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Learn how menopause increases the risk of hip labral tears and how to prevent them. Discover how estrogen loss, bone density changes, and smart strength training impact hip health for active women.
Marathon Training After 40: The Real Guide for Masters Runners Who Still Want to Feel Strong
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Train smarter, not harder. Discover how masters runners over 40 can thrive in marathon training with better recovery, strength, and fueling strategies for peak performance.
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Yoga, Mobility, and Why “I Just Need to Stretch More” Isn’t the Whole Story
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A grounded look at yoga and mobility for runners over 40. Learn the difference between static stretching and dynamic mobility, how midlife physiology affects flexibility and recovery, and how to build movement practices that support performance.