The She Runs Strong Podcast

By Coach Parry

This podcast is for female runners over 45 who want to recover from sessions quicker, run pain and injury-free, improve their endurance and run faster into their 50s, 60s and beyond.... more

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The She Runs Strong Podcast episodes:

November 07, 2025 Knee Pain, Brain Fog, High HR? Here’s the Fix
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Feeling “off” on the run? In this She Run Strong Q&A, Shona and Nicky break down cardiac drift (in plain English!), how to read your heart-rate data from interval sessions, quick fixes for ITB/lateral knee pain, and tackling brain fog & peri/menopause symptoms. Plus: getting back to training after a cold, why “phantom pains” pop up in taper week, and smart fueling/hydration so you don’t fizzle at 60 minutes.
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38min
October 31, 2025 She Qualified for Boston at 58. Here’s How.
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Today’s episode is all about proving that age is just a number and speed is still very much on the table. Nicky and Shona chat with Jackie, a 58-year-old runner who swapped hockey sticks for start lines and qualified for the Boston Marathon after taking up running seriously in her 50s. From parkruns to personal bests, consistency to confidence, this episode dives into how small, smart changes can lead to huge breakthroughs... no matter when you start.
It’s the perfect listen for anyone who’s ever thought: “One day when I’m big… I’ll run Boston.”
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49min
October 24, 2025 The Truth About Reformer Pilates for Runners
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Reformer Pilates is everywhere right now, but does it actually make you a better runner? In this episode, Nicky and Shona dig into whether Reformer really counts as strength training, what it helps with (and what it doesn’t), and how to fit it into your weekly plan. They also tackle listener questions on building time on feet for marathon training, managing niggles before race day, and how to train through perimenopause. Real answers, zero fluff... just smart running talk for women who want to train stronger and stay injury-free.
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32min
October 17, 2025 The Secret Workout That Builds Speed AND Stamina
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Tempo vs. Threshold: the confusing terms finally explained. Nicky and Shona break down the science, the purpose, and the “how” of these essential workouts - so you know exactly when, why, and how hard to run them to build speed, endurance, and strength without burning out.
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43min
October 10, 2025 Caffeine & Cramping: The Truth You Need to Know
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Caffeine, cramping, wearables, and warm-ups - oh my! Nicky and Shona tackle your most pressing questions: does caffeine really trigger cramps, what those Garmin “anaerobic scores” mean (and when to ignore them), and how to warm up properly for different runs. With practical advice, myth-busting, and a few laughs, this episode is your toolkit for smarter, stronger running.
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40min
October 03, 2025 The REAL Reason You Get Tired Running
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In this episode, we unpack one of running’s most misunderstood topics—fatigue—and set the record straight on lactate with exercise physiologist and Coach Parry coach Ntutu Letseka.
You’ll learn what actually drives that burning sensation, how the brain (the central governor) paces you, and the practical training/recovery moves that boost performance—especially for female runners 45+.
What you’ll learn:
- Lactic acid vs. lactate: why lactate is a fuel and not the villain
- Energy systems 101: ATP, glycolysis, aerobic metabolism & where fatigue really comes from
- The brain’s role: how the central governor protects you (and why you can still sprint at the end)
- Lactate thresholds (LT1 & LT2): what they mean and how they predict performance
- Training that works: build an aerobic base, then add smart threshold work (cruise intervals, controlled tempos)
- Recovery that sticks: fueling, sleep, cool-downs & truly easy active recovery (what counts—and what doesn’t)
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47min
September 26, 2025 62, Sub-2 Half & Still Getting Faster: Beth’s Late-Start Running Story
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This week, Shona Hendricks & Nikki Friedman chat with Beth Groh, a Coach Parry community member who started running in her late 50s, broke 2 hours for the half marathon at 62, snagged age-group wins, and is now eyeing the Athens Original Marathon. Beth’s story is a masterclass in mindset, smart training, and why strength work is non-negotiable for women 45+.
You’ll hear how Beth:
- Shifted identity from “I’m not an athlete” to “I am a runner.”
- Came back from a femur stress fracture by slowing down, training smart, and building strength.
- Cracked a sub 2 hour half marathon (and a 52-minute 10K) with balanced training.
Learned key marathon lessons on pacing, hydration, gut management, and travel—and how she’s applying them for Athens.
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54min
September 19, 2025 Water Weight or Weight Gain? Creatine, Clarified (And Other Questions Answered)
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Creatine myths busted, figure skating as cross-training, footcore timing, Achilles-safe speed, and the weird marathon packing hacks you’ll actually use. Nicky & Shona answer your Qs with practical, no-fluff tips you can try this week.
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35min
September 12, 2025 HRT & Running: How Long Is Actually OK?
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Hot flashes, cold fronts, and real talk. Shona & Nicky bust HRT myths (hello, “second spring”), tackle time-trial plateaus, pick the right shoes for speed vs. long runs, and show you how to juggle a Saturday party with a Sunday long run... without breaking your training or your spirit.
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36min
September 05, 2025 The TRUTH About Women Runners and Weight Loss
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So many women start running to lose weight... only to find themselves exhausted, hungrier than ever, and sometimes even gaining weight during marathon training. In this honest chat, we unpack why that happens, how hormones, stress, sleep, and fueling play a role, and what strategies actually help women feel lighter, stronger, and in love with running again.
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40min

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