Episodios

  • Ozempic for Runners? Watch This First

    Ozempic for Runners? Watch This First
    Nov 14 2025

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    GLP-1 meds (think Ozempic) are everywhere... but what do they mean for female runners? Sports dietitian Dr Linia Patel joins Shona to unpack how GLP-1s impact energy, muscle, bones, gut health, and training, and exactly how to fuel, lift, and adjust sessions to stay strong.
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    53 m
  • Knee Pain, Brain Fog, High HR? Here’s the Fix

    Knee Pain, Brain Fog, High HR? Here’s the Fix
    Nov 7 2025

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    Feeling “off” on the run? In this She Run Strong Q&A, Shona and Nicky break down cardiac drift (in plain English!), how to read your heart-rate data from interval sessions, quick fixes for ITB/lateral knee pain, and tackling brain fog & peri/menopause symptoms. Plus: getting back to training after a cold, why “phantom pains” pop up in taper week, and smart fueling/hydration so you don’t fizzle at 60 minutes.
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    37 m
  • She Qualified for Boston at 58. Here’s How.

    She Qualified for Boston at 58. Here’s How.
    Oct 31 2025

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    Today’s episode is all about proving that age is just a number and speed is still very much on the table. Nicky and Shona chat with Jackie, a 58-year-old runner who swapped hockey sticks for start lines and qualified for the Boston Marathon after taking up running seriously in her 50s. From parkruns to personal bests, consistency to confidence, this episode dives into how small, smart changes can lead to huge breakthroughs... no matter when you start.
    It’s the perfect listen for anyone who’s ever thought: “One day when I’m big… I’ll run Boston.”
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    48 m
  • The Truth About Reformer Pilates for Runners

    The Truth About Reformer Pilates for Runners
    Oct 24 2025

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    Reformer Pilates is everywhere right now, but does it actually make you a better runner? In this episode, Nicky and Shona dig into whether Reformer really counts as strength training, what it helps with (and what it doesn’t), and how to fit it into your weekly plan. They also tackle listener questions on building time on feet for marathon training, managing niggles before race day, and how to train through perimenopause. Real answers, zero fluff... just smart running talk for women who want to train stronger and stay injury-free.
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    32 m
  • The Secret Workout That Builds Speed AND Stamina

    The Secret Workout That Builds Speed AND Stamina
    Oct 17 2025

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    Tempo vs. Threshold: the confusing terms finally explained. Nicky and Shona break down the science, the purpose, and the “how” of these essential workouts - so you know exactly when, why, and how hard to run them to build speed, endurance, and strength without burning out.
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    43 m
  • Caffeine & Cramping: The Truth You Need to Know

    Caffeine & Cramping: The Truth You Need to Know
    Oct 10 2025

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    Caffeine, cramping, wearables, and warm-ups - oh my! Nicky and Shona tackle your most pressing questions: does caffeine really trigger cramps, what those Garmin “anaerobic scores” mean (and when to ignore them), and how to warm up properly for different runs. With practical advice, myth-busting, and a few laughs, this episode is your toolkit for smarter, stronger running.
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    39 m
  • The REAL Reason You Get Tired Running

    The REAL Reason You Get Tired Running
    Oct 3 2025

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    In this episode, we unpack one of running’s most misunderstood topics—fatigue—and set the record straight on lactate with exercise physiologist and Coach Parry coach Ntutu Letseka.
    You’ll learn what actually drives that burning sensation, how the brain (the central governor) paces you, and the practical training/recovery moves that boost performance—especially for female runners 45+.

    What you’ll learn:
    - Lactic acid vs. lactate: why lactate is a fuel and not the villain
    - Energy systems 101: ATP, glycolysis, aerobic metabolism & where fatigue really comes from
    - The brain’s role: how the central governor protects you (and why you can still sprint at the end)
    - Lactate thresholds (LT1 & LT2): what they mean and how they predict performance
    - Training that works: build an aerobic base, then add smart threshold work (cruise intervals, controlled tempos)
    - Recovery that sticks: fueling, sleep, cool-downs & truly easy active recovery (what counts—and what doesn’t)
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    47 m
  • 62, Sub-2 Half & Still Getting Faster: Beth’s Late-Start Running Story

    62, Sub-2 Half & Still Getting Faster: Beth’s Late-Start Running Story
    Sep 26 2025

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    This week, Shona Hendricks & Nikki Friedman chat with Beth Groh, a Coach Parry community member who started running in her late 50s, broke 2 hours for the half marathon at 62, snagged age-group wins, and is now eyeing the Athens Original Marathon. Beth’s story is a masterclass in mindset, smart training, and why strength work is non-negotiable for women 45+.

    You’ll hear how Beth:
    - Shifted identity from “I’m not an athlete” to “I am a runner.”
    - Came back from a femur stress fracture by slowing down, training smart, and building strength.
    - Cracked a sub 2 hour half marathon (and a 52-minute 10K) with balanced training.

    Learned key marathon lessons on pacing, hydration, gut management, and travel—and how she’s applying them for Athens.
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    54 m