OMG My Legs Look Like Old Lady Legs- Running and Body Image and Why We Need to Treat Our Mind as a Muscle

OMG My Legs Look Like Old Lady Legs- Running and Body Image and Why We Need to Treat Our Mind as a Muscle

Author: Sarah Snyder March 16, 2022 Duration: 18:30
Runners and body image- the topic is massive but it needs to be talked about. One little statement can trigger someone else into self doubt or worse yet, into a full-blown eating disorder. People see what people do, not what you say. The mind is a muscle that needs to be worked. Do you know how many negative thoughts an average person has per day? What are you telling yourself? As a runner, your legs and body are for you. Do you eat to run or run to eat? How can we break the stigma that a...

Hosted by runner and coach Sarah Snyder, Running After Age 40 is a conversation for those who see the decades after forty not as a slowdown but as a new chapter in their athletic life. This isn't about generic advice for twenty-somethings; it's a focused look at the unique physiology, mindset, and goals of the masters runner. Each episode tackles real questions: how to adapt training to prevent injury, the role of strength and mobility work, navigating hormonal changes, and finding sustainable motivation. You'll hear from experts in sports medicine, nutrition, and psychology, alongside candid stories from runners in their forties, fifties, sixties, and beyond who are still hitting trails, setting personal bests, and rediscovering joy in the sport. The aim is to move beyond just "shuffling" and to run with purpose and longevity. Whether you're lacing up for the first time or are a seasoned competitor adjusting your approach, this podcast provides the thoughtful, evidence-backed, and deeply relatable community you need. Tune in for honest talk that balances the science of aging with the undeniable passion that keeps us moving forward, one mile at a time.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
Beating The Winter Blues (and Dark Mornings and Evenings) as a Runner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:25
As soon as Fall hits, the days are shorter, meaning more runs in the dark. Add in the colder weather and the holidays and it's super hard for runners to stay motivated and committed. We discuss 10 ways to beat the winter…
5 Ways to Be a More Confident Runner in your 40s and Beyond [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:27
Have you ever wanted to be more confident in running? Do you sometimes feel like you aren't 'good' enough or that you are not truly a runner?' This episode will discuss: 1) How to handle that negative voice in your head…
What To Do When You Don't Feel Like Running (Or Working Out) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:42
What do do when you don't feel like running (or working out).... Seriously. The struggle is real. If you wake up excited to run every morning, I envy you. If you are like most people, many days you simply don't feel like…