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What If the Pain You’re Ignoring Isn’t Weakness—It’s Wisdom?
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Pain isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom. Coach Croft explains why tendon health and smart strength training are the keys to longevity for Masters and peri/menopausal athletes who want to train stronger for longer.
Something Strange Happened After I Decided to Stop Forcing My Stride
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Coach Croft shares how surrendering control and embracing Chi Running principles transformed her stride from forced to free—and why ease, not effort, is the secret to lasting performance.
You Say You Want Growth, But Your Actions Say Comfort
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You can’t grow from your comfort zone. Coach Croft calls out the myth of balance, breaks down what real growth looks like for athletes, and shares why discomfort is the truest sign of progress.
There’s Something About This I’ve Never Said Publicly… Until Now
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Representation is more than visibility—it’s voice. Coach Croft reflects on Indigenous identity in sport, why true inclusion goes deeper than appearance, and how running connects to culture and story.
Maybe the Reason It Isn’t Working Is Because You’re Meant to Do It Differently
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Your body isn’t broken—it’s evolving. Coach Croft unpacks why menopausal athletes need to train, fuel, and recover differently—and why doing things your way isn’t rebellion, it’s wisdom.