About this episode

Dr Juliet McGrattan discusses menopause and its impact on running, offering practical strategies for women.

Dr Juliet McGrattan returns to share expert insight into one of the most misunderstood topics in women’s health: menopause and its impact on running. Drawing on her experience as a former GP, runner, and author of The Runner’s Guide to Menopause, Juliet brings both professional knowledge and lived experience to a conversation that is honest, reassuring, and highly practical. Listeners are guided through what menopause actually means - including the often-overlooked perimenopause phase - and why symptoms can start much earlier than expected. The episode explores how hormonal changes can affect performance, motivation, recovery, and overall enjoyment of running, while reinforcing that every woman’s experience is unique. Importantly, the conversation focuses on what can be done. From adjusting training expectations and embracing slower running, to the importance of strength training, nutrition, and recovery, Juliet offers realistic strategies to help women continue running in a way that supports their changing bodies. There is also a balanced discussion around hormone replacement therapy, helping listeners understand when it may be helpful and why it isn’t a one-size-fits-all…

People in this episode

Hosts: Michelle Mortimer, Louise Humphrey

Guest: Dr Juliet McGrattan

Topics covered

• menopause
• running
• women's health
• hormonal changes
• strength training
• nutrition
• recovery

Keywords

• menopause
• running
• perimenopause
• hormone replacement therapy
• strength training
• nutrition
• recovery

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Runner’s Guide to Menopause

More episodes of Canicross Conversations

• Canicross Story: Lucy J Morgan and Tedi Bêr(Episode 206) · May 8, 2026 · 43 min
• Canicross Training Tips with Lindsay from Cani-Fit (Episode 204) · April 24, 2026 · 52 min
• Event Series: Building community races with Sporting Paws (Episode 203) · April 17, 2026 · 34 min
• Canicross with a nervous dog: Emily and Max (Episode 201) · April 3, 2026 · 44 min
• Canicross to skijoring: life in Norway with Rhys Denham (Episode 200) · March 27, 2026 · 49 min
• Crufts & What Do You Wish You Had Known When Starting Canicross? (Episode 199) · March 20, 2026 · 36 min

Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Canicross Conversations podcast page.