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Why We’re Ending the She Runs Strong Podcast
After two years of conversations, coaching advice and inspiring stories from female runners, the She Runs Strong podcast is taking a break.In this final episode, Shona...
Beginner Running Advice Nobody Tells You
Most new runners make the same mistake: they think the answer is to just run more.But if you were starting running from scratch today, what would actually matter most?...
The Pelvic Health Problem Female Runners Don’t Talk About
Get Julie's resources here: https://www.juliewiebept.com/Have you ever leaked, felt pressure, or lost control on a run and wondered what was going on?In this episode, ...
Can You STILL Run PBs After 45? The Truth Female's Need To Hear
Can you still run PBs as you get older, or do you need to rethink what success looks like as a runner?Nicky and Shona answer real runner questions on training, recover...
The Cape Town Marathon Mistake She Didn’t Expect
Nicky finally got her Cape Town Marathon medal!In this coaching call, Nicky shares her honest review of the Cape Town Marathon after a long journey to the start line. ...
Why Female Runners Slow Down After 45
You’re doing the easy runs. You’re strength training. You’re staying consistent… so why are you getting slower?In this episode, we unpack the brutal truth about runnin...
Running Gets Harder… Here’s How to Keep Going
In this episode, Shona and Nicky answer real questions from runners navigating the messy, emotional and practical sides of training.We talk about how to approach marat...
The Silent Risk Every Female Runner Faces After 45
If you're a female runner over 45… this episode could change how you train forever.We’re joined by world-leading bone health expert Professor Lora Giangregorio, to unp...
Marathon Prep Mistakes Women Over 45 Don’t See Coming
In this episode, Shona and Nicky answer some of the most common questions female runners face in the final weeks of marathon training.Do you really need to run 20 mile...
The Marathon Training Shift That Saved Her Season
In this coaching call, Nicky and Shona catch up with Bee after an incredible few weeks of racing: a Boston Marathon PB followed just six days later by the London Marat...
Female Runners Over 45: What Your Heart Rate Is Trying to Tell You
If you are a female runner over 45, your training needs a smarter approach.In this episode, we break down heart rate zones, fueling for performance, and how your body ...
What Female Runners Over 45 NEED To Know About Long Runs
If you are a female runner over 45, your long run can be the key to better endurance, stronger race results, and staying injury free, but only if you do it right. In t...
The Truth About Ultra Running as a Female Athlete
In this special Q&A episode, we’re doing things a little differently.Nicky sits down with Shona, fresh off the iconic Two Oceans Marathon, just days after race day.Tog...
Why Strong Legs Aren’t Enough (The Missing Link for Runners Over 45)
Have you ever been told to “engage your core” while running… but had no idea what that actually means?In this episode, we unpack one of the most misunderstood concepts...
Why Running Feels HARD (And What To Do About It)
Ever finished a race and thought, “Why did I go out so fast?” Or wondered if losing weight will actually make you a better runner… or just leave you exhausted?In this ...
Female Runners Over 45: Fix Fatigue, Weight Gain & Performance
If you’re a female runner over 45 and suddenly feeling more tired, gaining weight, or struggling to improve… you’re not alone.In this coaching call, we break down exac...
Female Runners: 3 Training Questions You Can’t Afford to Ignore
From race day shoes to side stitches to heart rate training, we’re answering the running questions so many women have but don’t always ask. Nicky and Shona share pract...
Feeling Exhausted, Slower, and Stuck? Here’s Why
What if you’re not stuck because you’re not trying hard enough, but because your training strategy needs to change?In this Q&A episode, Shona and Nicky answer real que...
The Ultimate Female 45+ Marathon Guide
If you’re a woman 45+ training for a marathon and questioning your plan, this episode is for you.Why are the long runs slow?Why are intervals added so early?Where does...
Why Female Runners Over 45 Feel Exhausted (It’s Not What You Think)
What if the thing holding you back right now isn’t discipline… but clarity?In this episode, Nicky and Shona answer 5 brilliant questions from female runners dealing wi...