S2|E21 - Running & Your Hormones + Injuries in Female Athletes, with Julie Rawdon.

This weeks episode of Making HER Runner is a follow up on last weeks conversation with Julie, where we take a deep dive into training, hormones. and stress for the female runner.In our conversation we cover: major lifetime hormonal changes including: menopause, our perimenopausal years and an overview of running and pregnancy."Oestrogen is where it's at!" says Julie." A look into oestrogen and the vital role it plays in our body composition, quality of life, and ability to train and perform. How to adjust your training (and mind!) around an irregular menstrual cycle."Female runners are statistically more prone to injuries", a deep dive into female physiology: hip structure, pelvic floor, incontinence and breathing.This is an episode is a great place to start understanding your body and an episode that every woman should listen to.Enjoy!Pledge a menstrual cup to The Red Movement: https://www.zapper.com/payWithZapper/?qr=http%3A%2F%2F2.zap.pe%3Ft%3D6%26i%3D54377%3A81857%3A7%5B34%7C0%3A10%5B39%7CZAR%2C38%7CMaking%20Her%20Runner%20x%20The%20Red%20Movement

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Making a Runner is an inspiring and informative podcast that delves into the world of running. Hosted by Nic Acampora and David Fick, the show features in-depth conversations with athletes, coaches, experts, and enthusiasts from various running disciplines. Each episode uncovers the personal journeys, training techniques, and mental strategies of top runners and industry professionals, sharing valuable insights for listeners at every level of their running journey. From beginners looking to take their first steps into running to seasoned athletes aiming to achieve their personal bests, Making a Runner offers practical tips, motivation, and guidance to enhance running performance and overall well-being. The podcast looks to cover a wide range of topics, including race preparation, nutrition, recovery, mental resilience, injury prevention, and the latest trends in the running world. With a warm and engaging approach plus some lekker South African 'Gees', the hosts create a supportive space for runners to explore the challenges and triumphs of their sport, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie. Making a Runner seeks to empower and inspire runners of all backgrounds, ages, and abilities, celebrating the joy of running and the limitless potential that lies within each individual. Whether you're an experienced marathoner or lacing up your shoes for the first time, this podcast is your go-to resource for unlocking the athlete within and making your running dreams a reality. This is how runners are made....