Outrun The Menopause

Physiotherapist & avid runner Nicky Edwards discusses everything about running & the Menopause. Menopause is still such a taboo topic with little education. Most of us collide head on with menopause with no chance to brace for impact. How are we supposed to manage the hormonal roller coaster of hell & the significant impact on our mind & body if don't know anything about it? Running (& exercise in general) is a fantastic way to help manage menopausal symptoms & prevent many of the detrimental physical & emotional effects of menopause. This podcast is here to help you #outrunthemenopause

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December 23, 2022 27 mins

Surviving Christmas While Perimenopausal

Juggling work and life is hard enough when you are going through perimenopause. Add in the chaos and demands of Christmas and it suddenly becomes overwhelming! Here are my tops tips for surviving the festive season.
November 16, 2022 19 mins

HRT – Why you need to AVOID Bioidentical HRT

Not sure you want/need HRT?  This is a quick episode breaking through the myths and scare-mongering surrounding HRT.  I also explain why you need to AVOID bio-identical HRT If you are enjoying the podcast, PLEASE: 1) Hit the subscribe button to get notified when new episodes become available 2) Leave a review to let me […]
November 1, 2022 32 mins

The Importance of Knowing Your Why

The London Marathon ballot results have recently been released – Congratulations to those who were successful, and commiseration to those unsuccessful this time. I have run London 3 times so far and it is AMAZING! The atmosphere is unreal, and you will all have an amazing time.  Lots of people will be running the marathon […]
October 25, 2022 24 mins

Sex Differences & Why It Matters

What are the differences between males and females, and does it really matter? Aside from the obvious external anatomical differences, the main difference that impacts us with regards to exercise and our response to training, is our different sex hormones that dominate after puberty. 🙋‍♂️ Men have significantly higher levels of testosterone 🙋🏻‍♀️ Women’s key […]
October 18, 2022 33 mins

Brain Fog and Meno-RAGE! World Menopause Day 2022

Welcome to my first full episode of the ‘Outrun The Menopause’ podcast! I’m so excited to launch on World Menopause Day 2022. The theme for World Menopause Day this year is ‘Cognition & Mood’, so this is what I am talking about in this episode.  ‘Brain Fog’ is a collective term for symptoms such as […]

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Physiotherapist & avid runner Nicky Edwards discusses everything about running & the Menopause. Menopause is still such a taboo topic with little education. Most of us collide head on with menopause with no chance to brace for impact. How are we supposed to manage the hormonal roller coaster of hell & the significant impact on our mind & body if don't know anything about it? Running (& exercise in general) is a fantastic way to help manage menopausal symptoms & prevent many of the detrimental physical & emotional effects of menopause. This podcast is here to help you #outrunthemenopause
  • Surviving Christmas While Perimenopausal

    Juggling work and life is hard enough when you are going through perimenopause. Add in the chaos and demands of Christmas and it suddenly becomes overwhelming! Here are my tops tips for surviving the festive season.

  • HRT – Why you need to AVOID Bioidentical HRT

    Not sure you want/need HRT?  This is a quick episode breaking through the myths and scare-mongering surrounding HRT.  I also explain why you need to AVOID bio-identical HRT If you are enjoying the podcast, PLEASE: 1) Hit the subscribe button to get notified when new episodes become available 2) Leave a review to let me […]

  • The Importance of Knowing Your Why

    The London Marathon ballot results have recently been released – Congratulations to those who were successful, and commiseration to those unsuccessful this time. I have run London 3 times so far and it is AMAZING! The atmosphere is unreal, and you will all have an amazing time.  Lots of people will be running the marathon […]

  • Sex Differences & Why It Matters

    What are the differences between males and females, and does it really matter? Aside from the obvious external anatomical differences, the main difference that impacts us with regards to exercise and our response to training, is our different sex hormones that dominate after puberty. 🙋‍♂️ Men have significantly higher levels of testosterone 🙋🏻‍♀️ Women’s key […]

  • Brain Fog and Meno-RAGE! World Menopause Day 2022

    Welcome to my first full episode of the ‘Outrun The Menopause’ podcast! I’m so excited to launch on World Menopause Day 2022. The theme for World Menopause Day this year is ‘Cognition & Mood’, so this is what I am talking about in this episode.  ‘Brain Fog’ is a collective term for symptoms such as […]

  • Trailer: The Outrun The Menopause Podcast is Coming!

    I am so excited to welcome you to my brand new podcast ‘Outrun The Menopause’ If you want to not only survive, but to actually thrive & strive through menopause you NEED to subscribe and listen to this podcast. I’m Nicky Edwards, a physiotherapist and avid runner. I am little obsessed with talking about the […]

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    Ready to Start Dating Again? This Is the Advice I Wish I Had

    If you’ve been through a heartbreak, a divorce, or a relationship that just quietly fell apart and you’re trying to figure out what comes next, this episode is for you. In this candid solo Q&A, Tamsen answers the dating questions women in midlife are actually asking but rarely say out loud. Whether you’re freshly out […]

  • Eps 401: What to Do When Progress Isn’t Showing

    Why does your progress suddenly go backwards in midlife… even when you’re doing everything right? If you’ve ever felt like things were finally working; your sleep, your energy, your routines and then suddenly it all slides backwards, you’re not alone. I’m unpacking why setbacks happen in this phase of life, especially during perimenopause, and why […]

  • The Gut Health Episode: Harvard Doctor Reveals What’s Normal (and What’s Not)

    If you’ve ever wondered whether your bloating is normal, what your poop is supposed to look like, or why your stomach seems to have a mind of its own… you are definitely not the only one.  This conversation is hilarious, science-backed, and packed with the answers to questions we all have but rarely ask.  By […]

  • Carol Vorderman: My ‘facelift’ became folklore! Can women have beauty and brains?

    It’s an age-old question: can women have both brains and beauty? (Spoiler: obviously yes!) Broadcaster Carol Vorderman says the more people comment on her body… the more thigh high boots and tight skirts she’ll wear! In this chat with Fearne, Carol charts her early life, from her family running away with the circus, to living […]

  • Can LED face masks smooth wrinkles (and which colours are best)?

    Have you ever wondered how LED face masks actually work to rejuvenate your skin? Liz shares her thoughts on light therapy and explains how to match your colour to your skin concern. Plus: why smear tests can be more painful after menopause, the difference between sachet and pill vitamins and how Liz organises her wellbeing routine. In this episode: • Why smear tests can be more painful after menopause (and […]

  • Is My HRT Actually Working? 5 Signs You're On The Wrong Dose – With Dr Naomi Potter

    How do you know if your HRT dose is right? In this week’s episode, Dr Naomi Potter explains how to tell whether your HRT is actually working – and why finding the right dose is rarely as simple as 'more or less'. Naomi breaks down the biggest signs that your Hormone Replacement Therapy may need […]

  • Cooked weight vs raw weight: How I log my protein

    If you’re tracking your food but unsure whether to log your protein cooked or raw, this episode is for you. This is a quick, practical breakdown of how I log protein and why it matters, especially if you’re working toward fat loss in menopause. When protein cooks, it loses water and typically shrinks by about […]

  • Is alcohol doing more damage in midlife than you realise? – with Prof David Nutt

    Most of us know alcohol isn’t ideal for our health. But the specific ways it affects the brain, gut, hormones and our sleep, and why those effects become more pronounced as we age, are less well understood. Leading psychiatrist and neuropsychopharmacologist Prof David Nutt joins Liz to explain exactly what happens in the body from the […]

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    How to Find the Meaning of Your Life (From Harvard's #1 Happiness Expert)

    Arthur C. Brooks is a happiness expert, Harvard University professor, and best-selling author. You live a good life, but you still feel unhappy. You put yourself out there, but every relationship seems to fail. You have your dream job, but something feels off. What is going on? In today’s episode of The Tamsen Show, Arthur […]

  • Eps 400: Why Your Midlife Symptoms Aren’t Just Hormones with Crystal Andrus Morisette

    No one tells you that the real shift in midlife isn’t just physical… It’s personal. In this conversation, we’re unpacking something that doesn’t get talked about enough,  how so many of us have been taught to override our needs, push through, and take care of everyone else… until our body finally says “I can’t keep […]

  • Bonus: When hormones are missed in mental health

    In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by mental health nurses Jayne and Diane to discuss the often overlooked role of hormones in women’s mental health. Drawing on their experience working in mental health services, they share how hormonal changes are rarely considered when women present with symptoms such as anxiety, depression or mood […]

  • This Simple Mindset Shift Will Change the Way You See Your Life

    Life doesn’t always go according to plan.  And even the changes you choose can bring uncertainty, questions, and moments where you wonder what’s next.  Today’s episode will show you how to move forward and find something better on the other side.  In it, Mel sits down with Dr. Maya Shankar, a cognitive scientist, expert on […]

  • If Nothing Seems to Be Going Your Way, Listen to This

    Life doesn’t always go according to plan.  And even the changes you choose can bring uncertainty, questions, and moments where you wonder what’s next.  Today’s episode will show you how to move forward and find something better on the other side.  In it, Mel sits down with Dr. Maya Shankar, a cognitive scientist, expert on […]

  • “I wish I was chic-er!” Fearne on personal style and learning new skills

    What’s been going on for you this week? What are you happy about, and what’s making you not so happy? Fearne’s here with more chat about what’s putting her and the Happy Place team in a good mood, and what’s feeling a bit rubbish …and Fearne has really really been feeling rubbish this week… This […]

  • S4 Ep198: Preventing Dementia: Estrogen? Testosterone? Prevogen?

    Preventing Dementia: Estrogen? Testosterone? Prevogen™?On November 10, 2025, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Dr. Marty Markary, along with the head of the FDA, RFK Jr, announced that hormone therapy would “reduce Alzheimer’s by 35%.” Where does that statistic come from? And should all women take hormone therapy to stave off dementia later in life? In […]

  • JoBeth Williams Returns to Talk Hollywood and Becoming a Grandmother

    JoBeth Williams returns to HFCT! We are thrilled to continue our conversation with actress and producer JoBeth Williams.  JoBeth is busier than ever with the movie, Not Without Hope, and producing the recent Actor Awards.  She also shares more great stories from her past movies including Kramer vs. Kramer. Her most exciting new position is […]

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    Brain Fog, Memory Loss, and Alzheimer’s Risk During Menopause with Dr. Lisa Mosconi

    In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver continues her conversation with Dr. Lisa Mosconi, neuroscientist and associate professor of neuroscience in neurology and radiology at Weill Cornell Medicine, New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Mosconi directs the Alzheimer’s Prevention Program, including the NIH-funded Women’s Brain Initiative and the Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic, and was recently […]

  • EP. 211 – Menopausal Skin Concerns and Rescue with Debbi Barber

    In this eagerly anticipated return to the podcast, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back skincare innovator, Debbi Barber, to share her experience treating our menopausal skin and give us her best tips to looking great, no matter your age. Their last conversation became one of the top three most downloaded episodes of last year, and this […]

  • Step Three to a Regulated Nervous System: Building your Capacity

    In this episode, I’m taking you into the third step of regulating your nervous system — and this is where things really begin to shift. We’ve already explored awareness and regulation, but if you’ve ever felt like you’re still getting pulled into stress again and again… this is the missing piece. Today, I’m talking about […]

  • Step Three to a Regulated Nervious System: Building your Capacity

    In this episode, I’m taking you into the third step of regulating your nervous system — and this is where things really begin to shift. We’ve already explored awareness and regulation, but if you’ve ever felt like you’re still getting pulled into stress again and again… this is the missing piece. Today, I’m talking about […]

  • 52 – Why psychiatrists must start thinking about hormones

    In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by consultant psychiatrist Dr Gareth Jarvis to explore the important, and often overlooked, connection between hormones and mental health.   Louise and Gareth discuss how hormonal changes can often contribute to depression, anxiety, sleep disturbance and severe mental illnesses. They also explore why psychiatrists are rarely trained to consider hormones […]

Outrun The Menopause

Physiotherapist & avid runner Nicky Edwards discusses everything about running & the Menopause. Menopause is still such a taboo topic with little education. Most of us collide head on with menopause with no chance to brace for impact. How are we supposed to manage the hormonal roller coaster of hell & the significant impact on […]

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