My partner in running crime Holly is on holiday this week so in a small change to the advertised programme I talk to Kate Sellers, our digital assistant. Kate has been part of the women’s running team since January. She is a fitness enthusiast, a keen runner, a yoga teacher and an F45 instructor, so she’s pretty mega. But her journey with running and fitness has not been entirely smooth. Two years ago she was diagnosed with adrenal fatigue after she presented with a number of symptoms, including chronic fatigue, losing her periods and changing her appetite. She talks to me about how that happened, how she was diagnosed, and her road back to recovering and running again. She also introduces the concept of different types of stress: physical and mental – all adding up to the same thing, which I find pretty mind blowing. We also talk about training differently according to your menstrual cycle, which I promise you I’m going to start doing right now. This episode is sponsored by Brooks, and they have a treat for you! Hurrah! We love our Brooks, and we *love* the new Brooks Cascadia 16. This beautiful trail shoe enables runners to explore any trail thanks to its superior grip and stability. Softer and lighter than ever due to its new DNA LOFT V2 midsole, the Cascadia adapts, flexes and protects the foot, no matter how unpredictable the trail gets. And, get this, we’ve got a fab competition right here for you to win one of TWO pairs of Cascadia 16s. All you need to do is go here, and answer a very simple question. And that’s it! Find out more about the Cascadia here. Also remember that you chaps get the best discount for Women’s Running, which is 35% off. That’s less than £2.95 a month! Just enter WRPOD at the checkout for your discount. Happy running!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=67575412)