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Why Safety Must Be a Foundational Value for Coaches Training Menopausal Athletes
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As a coach, one of the biggest responsibilities we have is to create a training environment where our athletes feel safe, supported, and empowered. This is true for all athletes, but it becomes even more critical when working with menopausal clients. Menopause brings a unique set of physiological changes that impact how the body responds to training. Ignoring these changes or pushing an athlete to train the same way they did in their 20s and 30s isn’t just ineffective—it can lead to injury, setbacks, and frustration. Safety isn’t just about avoiding harm. It’s about setting an athlete up for long-term...