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EPISODE · Feb 4, 2026 · 29 MIN

Why 50 Isn't The New 40 - From Invisible To Empowered With Tasha Thompson

from Unshrinkable midlife moves - Movement, meaning + midlife magic · host Onika Griffith-Elliott

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when you refuse to be invisible, especially as a midlife woman? At 49, Tasha has run 9 marathons, completed a grueling 100 kilometer ultra run, and built Black Girls Do Run UK, a thriving community of 200 women who are rewriting the rules of who belongs on the starting line.Tasha shares her running journey from treadmill to the 100k, building a community from a weird experience with a friend during a race and her hate love relationship with other types of exercise.In this episode you'll learn:The truth about running as a midlife athlete and how to reclaim your powerWhy representation in running spaces matters more than you think What it takes to run for 24 hoursHow to start running at any ageWhy 50 isn't the new 40 and why you shouldn't hide your ageThis episode is about visibility, community, consistency, and refusing to age quietly.Whether you're a seasoned runner, thinking about lacing up for the first time, or just need a reminder that your best years aren't behind you, this conversation is for you.Find out more:Tasha and Black Girls Do Run on Instagram @tasharunstings @blackgirlsdorunukWebsite www.blackgirlsdorun.co.ukFollow the podcast on Instagram  @unshrinkablemidlfemovesFind out more about Onika on Instagram @lifeopenedup

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Send us Fan Mail What happens when you refuse to be invisible, especially as a midlife woman? At 49, Tasha has run 9 marathons, completed a grueling 100 kilometer ultra run, and built Black Girls Do Run UK, a thriving community of 200 women who are rewriting the rules of who belongs on the starting line. Tasha shares her running journey from treadmill to the 100k, building a community from a weird experience with a friend during a race and her hate love relationship with other types of ...

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