Welcome To My Blog
I started this blog to share what I’ve learned, and what I’m still figuring out about running, health, and life, especially as a woman over 40.
My hope is that something here helps you feel more supported, more informed, or just less alone on the days when things feel hard.
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How Often Should Women Over 40 Run? (Beginner to Experienced Guide)
Running after 40 can be one of the best things you do for your health, energy, and mental wellbeing.But one of…
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How to Start Running after 40 (A Realistic Guide for Women)
Starting running after 40 can feel exciting and intimidating at the same time. Maybe you haven’t exercised in years.Maybe your body…
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Marathon Training in Winter after 40: Weeks 1 – 6 of 18
In January, I started training for my next marathon. It will be my fourth marathon, but this training cycle feels different…
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Gentle Couch to 5K for Beginners Over 40 – A flexible 12–16 week plan
About the gentle couch to 5k If you’ve ever looked at a Couch to 5K plan and thought, “That seems a…
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Running for Weight Loss After 40: Why It’s So Hard (and What to Do About It)
You run and you run several times a week. You are sticking to your running plan. Maybe you’re even training for…
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Running After 40: What to Eat Before, During & After Long Runs
When running after 40, you may need to rethink some things. It isn’t just about putting in the miles anymore. Hormones…
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The 5 Best Running Shoes for Women Over 40: Support, Comfort, and Performance
Once you hit your 40s, your feet tend to get a little more opinionated. The best running shoes for women over…
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Running During Perimenopause
One day you wake up, go about your day, and realize exercise feels different.Your pace is slower even though you’re training…
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Finding Joy in Running During Life’s Changes
One of the most empowering things about running during menopause is that it doesn’t have to stop; it just evolves. Running…
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3 Strength Exercises Every Runner Over 40 Should Do
If you want to run past your 40’s, strength training is essential. As we age, we naturally lose muscle mass and…