Overactive Bladders for Menopausal Runners
Around 1 in 3 women leak urine when they cough, sneeze or jump, this is called urinary stress incontinence but this isn’t the only bladder issue that can affect women,…
What is a Dynamic Stretch and Why Should you do one?
‘Do some dynamic stretches’, is a common piece of advice you might read or hear. I remember when I didn’t really know what that meant so I thought it might…
Do I Need to Stretch More in Peri and Post Menopause?
Around and beyond the menopause many women feel they’re generally getting stiffer and less flexible. Joints and muscles can ache more too. Maybe you could do the splits in your…
Running and Toe Nails
As we head towards summer, out come the sandals and you can hear the runners groan. I don’t know many runners who are proud of their feet. Runner’s feet is…
How can I Keep Motivated to run in Perimenopause?
There’s no doubt that running in perimenopause can be difficult and if you’re facing some of the many challenges it brings, it can be really hard to stay motivated. It…
6 Challenges for Perimenopausal Runners
Running is always challenging. Remaining consistent, staying motivated and making progress are just a few of the issues we have. And then, just when you thought you’d found some kind…
Does my Running Need to Change in Perimenopause?
It’s well known that perimenopause is a time of change in the body. After all, the menopause if often known as ‘the change’! Hormones are fluctuating all over the place…
Skin Care for Menopausal Runners – Part 4. Sun damage
There are so many changes to your body when you’re going through the menopause transition. One which is not commonly talked about is noticing a difference in your skin. Anecdotally,…
Skin Care for Menopausal Runners – Part 3 Skin Sensitivity
There are so many changes to your body when you’re going through the menopause transition. One which is not commonly talked about is noticing a difference in your skin. Anecdotally,…
Skin Care for Menopausal Runners – Part 2. Vaginal Atrophy
There are so many changes to your body when you’re going through the menopause transition. One which is not commonly talked about is noticing a difference in your skin. Anecdotally,…