Episodios

  • Lifting Heavy Feels Confusing (Here’s How to Start)

    Lifting Heavy Feels Confusing (Here’s How to Start)
    Aug 1 2025

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    Should you be lifting heavy as a female runner over 40? It’s a question filled with confusion, conflicting advice, and plenty of Instagram noise. In this episode, we unpack exactly what “lifting heavy” means, why resistance training is essential in your 40s and beyond, and how to start safely without wrecking your recovery or your running.
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    49 m
  • Stop Falling for These Running Myths (Especially If You're Over 45)

    Stop Falling for These Running Myths (Especially If You're Over 45)
    Jul 25 2025

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    In this episode of She Runs Strong, Shona and Nicky answer listener questions and dive into the world of running pseudoscience.
    From cold plunges and treadmill myths to weighted vests and essential gear for new female runners, they break down what works, what doesn't, and what Instagram might be misleading you about.
    If you're a woman over 45 looking to train smarter and skip the fluff - this one’s for you.
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    36 m
  • Shona's Surprising Case Study- I Did Everything Right…and Still Got It Wrong

    Shona's Surprising Case Study- I Did Everything Right…and Still Got It Wrong
    Jul 18 2025

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    In this candid episode of the She Runs Strong podcast, Coach Shona Hendricks becomes the case study herself, sharing personal body composition results that left her surprised—and frustrated. Despite consistent strength training and disciplined running in preparation for the Two Oceans Ultramarathon, Shona lost muscle mass instead of fat.

    📉 So what went wrong?
    Together with resident dietician Nicky de Villiers and co-host Nikki Friedman, they unpack the surprising real reason behind muscle loss in female endurance athletes: under-fueling.

    You’ll learn:
    ✅ Why energy balance matters more than you think
    ✅ The role of protein (and how much you really need)
    ✅ How appetite can be misleading during heavy training
    ✅ Easy ways to prep and plan high-protein meals/snacks

    If you’re a female runner over 40, this conversation is a must-listen. It will help you avoid the same mistakes—and keep your training on track without sabotaging your body composition goals.
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    47 m
  • From Menopause to Morocco: Adventure Without Limits with Rachel Holland

    From Menopause to Morocco: Adventure Without Limits with Rachel Holland
    Jul 11 2025

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    In this episode, Shona and Nicky sit down with Rachel — an inspiring runner who went from managing her shops in rural Wales to running across entire countries with her crew of 50-something women. She opens up about what really changed her running in menopause, how CrossFit gave her strength and confidence, and why community, consistency, and cookies (well, trail mix) matter. From running in the Sahara to pacing easy in Pembrokeshire — Rachel proves that bold adventures don’t stop at 50.
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    40 m
  • The Real Cost of Skipping Recovery

    The Real Cost of Skipping Recovery
    Jun 13 2025

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    Nicky and Shona dive into recovery after marathons and ultras—what happens to your body, why rest matters, and how to come back stronger. If you’ve ever rushed back too soon, this one’s for you.
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    41 m
  • The Only 3 Supplements We Trust (For Female Runners)

    The Only 3 Supplements We Trust (For Female Runners)
    Jun 6 2025

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    This week on She Runs Strong, Nicky and Shona share their top three go-to supplements, unpack the truth behind recovery times on running watches, and give beginner-friendly advice on how to safely add speed work to your running. If you're ready to run smarter, recover better, and maybe finally nail those intervals—this one's for you.
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    36 m
  • Female Runners Aren’t Just Small Men

    Female Runners Aren’t Just Small Men
    May 30 2025

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    In this powerful episode of She Runs Strong, Shona Hendricks and Nicky Freedman sit down with head coach Lindsey Parry to unpack what it truly means to coach female athletes—through every stage of life. From the early days of training to navigating the complex terrain of perimenopause and post menopause, this conversation is a masterclass in flexibility, empathy, and performance science.
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    38 m
  • Why LESS Running Might Be the Secret to Your Next PB

    Why LESS Running Might Be the Secret to Your Next PB
    May 25 2025

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    In this episode, Shona and Nicky dive into your burning questions! Whether you're navigating marathon training, trying to manage weight in perimenopause, confused about heart rate zones, or wondering if one strength session a week is enough – we’ve got you covered.
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    32 m