I'm thrilled to bring you my conversation with Selene Yeager, a powerhouse in the cycling world who has evolved her career to focus on helping active women navigate menopause. As host of the "Hit Play Not Pause" podcast and content creator for Feisty Menopause, Selene brings decades of experience as a contributing editor to Bicycling Magazine, author of over two dozen books, and a background in racing and coaching. 

In this interview, we discuss what women should know about peri- and post- menopause, from recognizing early symptoms to adjusting training, recovery, and nutrition. Selene shares valuable insights on strength training, saddle comfort issues, and why you should be tracking your symptoms.

Whether you're approaching peri-menopause, in the midst of it, or supporting someone who is, you'll find practical advice for maintaining performance and joy on the bike through midlife and beyond.

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Kathryn Bertine is a warrior for gender equality in the world of professional cycling. As a former pro cyclist herself, Kathryn has spent more than a decade advocating for pay equality and the inclusion of women in the Tour de France. She is also an author, journalist, and the CEO of the Homestretch Foundation, which provides free temporary housing and other support for working women (primarily professional cyclists) living or earning below the poverty line. 

A few years ago, I read her book Stand: A Memoir on Activism and have wanted to get her on the podcast ever since. In this interview, Kathryn shares her remarkable story of becoming a professional cyclist later in life, advocating for equality for women, and creating the Homestretch Foundation. She also shares advice on how we can all work to make cycling more inclusive.

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 In this podcast episode, I'm going to break down the four different types of rest you need to incorporate into your training, and why each one is absolutely crucial to feel your best on the bike. 

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Jill Kintner is one of the most versatile and accomplished women (and humans for that matter) in the sport of cycling.  In this interview, she shares how her early days in BMX gave her the skills to dominate in multiple bike disciplines, and why we should also focus on our skill building.

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In this episode, I’m going to break down why we need to stop obsessing over our weight and what we should be focusing on instead.  

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💪 Prior Episodes On Stregnth Training

• Why Strength Training Is A Must With Bekah Rottenberg
• Strength Training For Cyclists With Dara Richman
• How To Get The Most Out Of Your Winter Training With Jen Kates

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In this interview, Allison Tetrick, former World Tour pro road racer turned gravel cyclist, opens up about her journey from biochemist to pro cyclist, shares her powerful story of recovering from a traumatic brain injury, and discusses her passion for getting more women to the start line.

We talk about everything from mental strategies for endurance events to why gravel racing offers such a unique sense of freedom and adventure.

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Natasha Woodworth, the inspiring founder of Curious Creatures, joins us to share how she's transforming the mountain bike apparel industry with a unique blend of sustainability and style. 💜

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Women are headed to Red Bull Rampage for the very first time! To celebrate this huge milestone, I sat down with Chelsea Kimball (who will be competing) to discuss what this opportunity means to her.

We chat about how she's been preparing, what success at Rampage would look like for her, and what comes next. 

While most of us will never chuck ourselves off a cliff like she is, Chelsea manages not only to be awe-inspiring but also totally relatable to those of us mere mortals. She shares some tips on how to deal with fear, and how to progress our technical riding.

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In this episode of the Femme Cyclist podcast, we're diving deep into the mental side of cycling with sport psychologist Dr. Erin Ayala. In our chat, Erin shares invaluable insights on some of the biggest challenges we face as cyclists, from that pesky habit of comparing ourselves to others to finding the motivation to train.

We also tackle the topic of burnout and how to strike a bike-life balance, so that cycling remains a source of joy, not stress. Erin's down-to-earth advice will help you set realistic goals, get up the courage to sign up for that race, and keep pushing forward even when things get tough.

If you've ever struggled with self-doubt, felt overwhelmed by juggling it all, or simply needed a little extra motivation to get out the door, this episode is for you.

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If you don't know who Kristen Faulkner is, you've probably been living under a rock. Kristen recently made headlines by clinching, not one but two, Olympic gold medals.

I'm thrilled to bring you an inspiring conversation with one of the biggest names in women's pro cycling today. In this interview, we dive deep into her story — exploring the incredible mental strength she’s developed to thrive at the highest level of her sport.

Kristen opens up about the unique struggles female cyclists encounter and shares some golden nuggets of wisdom for any girl or woman dreaming of a professional cycling career. She’s not just a champion because of her athletic prowess; she’s someone who's combined her diverse life experiences, unique skills, and sheer passion to craft a formula for success that we can all learn from. I know you're going to find her insights just as powerful and motivating as I did.

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