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In this powerful episode, Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsey Parry sit down with leading sports endocrinologist Dr. Nicky Keay to uncover the real hormonal shifts that impact older runners. From sleep and recovery to muscle growth and performance, this eye-opening chat reveals how to adapt your training, nutrition, and rest to match your changing hormone profile. 

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In this Q&A episode of the Faster Beyond 50 podcast, Brad and Coach Lindsey dive into some hot (and sweaty!) runner topics:

✅ Should you take salt tablets to prevent cramps?
✅ How to adjust your training if you're heading to altitude
✅ Is compression gear worth the hype—for running or recovery?
✅ Why your new running shoes might be making your knee pain worse
✅ Cycling vs. running—can you really swap one for the other?

Whether you're training for your next marathon or just trying to run pain-free after 50, this episode is packed with practical tips and expert insights to help you stay strong, healthy, and smart about your training.

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Fatigue is part of training - but where is the line between beneficial stress and burnout?

In this in-depth episode of the Faster Beyond 50 Podcast, we explore the nuanced difference between acute fatigue, cumulative fatigue, overreaching, and true overtraining—especially as it applies to runners over 50. Whether you're training for a marathon or just trying to stay consistent, understanding the signals your body sends can be the key to longevity and performance.

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We’re back after an epic Comrades Marathon—and in this packed Q&A episode, we’re diving into some of the most common (and controversial!) questions runners over 50 are asking.

👟 Here’s what you’ll learn:

🫀 Heart Rate Zones – Threshold vs. Max:
Does your Garmin or fitness app give you reliable data? Lindsay breaks down why threshold heart rate is usually the better metric—and what to do when your device gets it wrong.

🏃‍♀️ Hamstring Fatigue on Hills?
Emily from California is struggling with early fatigue on long trail runs. The surprising root cause? It’s not just strength—it’s posture and tight hip flexors. Get practical fixes you can implement today.

🧍‍♂️ Walking Backwards on a Treadmill – Is It Legit?
Brad’s been seeing this trend at the gym—Lindsay weighs in on whether it’s worth the effort or just another fitness fad.

🦵 Running Cadence & Footstrike – Should You Change It?
Is it worth trying to shift your stride, or should you leave your natural form alone? You’ll get a nuanced answer that separates myth from meaningful progress.

💪 Muscle Scraping, Massage Guns & Ice Baths:
Are these recovery tools worth your time and money? We unpack what works, what doesn’t, and how often you should use them—especially if you’ve got “cement legs” like Lindsay!

🏅 Plus, hear Brad’s incredible story of finishing Comrades Marathon with ONE SECOND to spare—a reminder that every moment counts.