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Hormonal Transitions in Women: Why We Normalize Puberty and Postpartum But Still Whisper About Menopause

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Explore the parallels between puberty, postpartum, and menopause, and why hormone therapy (HRT) remains stigmatized. A must-read for women navigating perimenopause and midlife transitions.

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Why Progress Feels Fast at First—and Slows Down Later

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Why training feels easier at first and harder later. Learn how beginner’s luck and plateaus both play a role in your athletic progress.

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Menopause Isn’t the End of Your Running Career—But the Advice You’re Getting Might Be

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Most articles tell menopausal runners to “just keep moving.” Here’s what they miss—and how to train, fuel, and recover smarter through it all.

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Master Your Race Day Mindset

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Remember, nerves are just your body's way of preparing for a great performance. Use these strategies to turn pre-race jitters into your competitive edge.

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How Chi Running Can Help You Run Stronger, Longer, and Injury-Free

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Most runners have been taught that running is supposed to be hard. That you just need to grind it out, push through the pain, and accept soreness and injury as part of the process. That’s simply not true. Running can feel easier. It can be more sustainable. It can leave you feeling energized instead of drained.

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