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As summer heat and humidity challenge runners, it’s crucial to adapt your approach. Plan runs early or late, hydrate with electrolytes, and dress appropriately. Understand that pace may slow in heat. Consistency is key for acclimatization while knowing when to stop is essential for health. Adjusting expectations leads to smarter summer running.
Strength training is the most powerful tool perimenopausal runners have. As estrogen declines, targeted exercises like squats, deadlifts, and plyometrics protect your bones, preserve muscle mass, and improve running economy. Here are the five moves experts recommend adding to your weekly routine.
The hormone fluctuations of perimenopause can affect recovery, bone health, sleep, energy, and muscle mass — all things that are important for runners. The supplement industry targets women aggressively in this phase of life, and it can be difficult to know what works and what doesn’t. Here’s a quick rundown of what’s worth spending your…
