She didn’t start running until midlife—and now she’s conquered Two Full Marathons, and Two Half Marathons, has a cat called Fat Alan (who’s a total nob head), and spends her Saturdays laughing and sweating with her Sole Sisters.

In this episode of The Later Bloomer, we chat with the wonderfully down-to-earth Melody Gill—53, mum of two, teaching assistant, Oriflame rep, runner, and all-round legend. We dive into life over 50, finding joy in the chaos, the truth about running when you're not "built for speed," and why friendship and humour might just be the best form of HRT.

It's honest, hilarious, and packed with heart.