10. Why women get faster after 50 with Paula Wiltse

What if your best performances aren’t behind you?In this episode, I sit down with masters runner and coach Paula Wiltse to talk about training, recovery, speed, and what’s actually possible for women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond.I first learned about Paula when I was training for my first Boston Marathon.At the time, she was the Canadian marathon record holder in her age category after running a 2:58 marathon at 50 - and she had also run her fastest marathon at 46.That completely changed what I believed was possible.This conversation explores what masters training actually looks like, how it changes with age, and why women can continue improving long after they’ve been told they should slow down.In this episode, we explore:• Why speed work matters even more as we age• The role of strength training in injury prevention and performance• How recovery changes after 50• Why comparing yourself to other runners can hold you back• The impact of perimenopause and menopause on training• How HRT helped Paula with joint pain and recovery• Why women need individualized training approaches• The importance of continuing to set big goalsOne of the biggest takeaways from this conversation:Your body changes with age.That doesn’t mean your potential disappears.If you’re looking for support around movement, hormones, and healthy aging:Join my free community → #womenwhomove (https://drshawnadarou.com/start-here)  Download my free guide → Fueling for Hormones & Metabolic Health (https://drshawnadarou.com/fueling-for-health) Reminder:This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice.Connect with Paula:Instagram: @wiltsepaulaWebsite: www.unfinishedmiles.comSubscribe, rate, and review to help more women rethink what’s possible in midlife and beyond.