Running isn’t a battle of the sexes and there are some unique differences between female and male runners.  If you are a mother runner out there who wants to tap into your strength and manage the unique challenges you may face as a female runner then this is the episode for you!   Running and the gender differences is what we are talking about in today’s expert interview!   Dr. Emma is passionate about supporting women and girls to discover the best in themselves and fulfill their potential.  She is part of the Well HQ, which is UK’s leading female athlete health experts changing systems not designed for women and girls in sport.   This conversation touches upon these all important topics:   Where are men and women different? Is success in running defined by our biological sex? What are some of the differences between female and male runners? How can women runners tap into their strength and manage the unique challenges they face? How can runners master their menstrual cycle? How does menopause affect running?   Tips and strategies for runners who are perimenopausal, menopausal, or postmenopausal? How can we support our adolescent female athletes and runners better?   Related Episodes: Relevant Resource:   Nutrition Blueprint: Run Your Best! https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/nutrition   Winter Strong Body Transformation Program:   Spark off your winter running with a 4 month strong body transformation!   1:1 individualized  Healthy Runner Coaching  to grow a stronger, injury free running body so you can get in those stress relieving runs all winter long!   Get the structure, support and accountability from our team of experts in the health and running industry to transform into a stronger runner feeling more confident,  healthy, AND running faster this spring even if you don’t think you are a fast runner!     Just head to  https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching to learn more and commit to getting stronger this winter!   This week’s show brought to you by:    Tracer2 by Noxgear.  If you’re looking for running gear that will actually help you stay safe while running we’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 35% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://noxgear.com Connect with Dr. Emma Ross:    Website: https://www.thewell-hq.com/ Instagram: @thewell_hq            @emma_zoe_ross Facebook: The Well HQ Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website