CLAIRE CALLAGHAN -Running, Menopause, and Busting Myths
In this episode, I sit down with Claire Callaghan, of Chartered Physiotherapist, who specializes in women’s physical health, well-being, and sports performance—especially in midlife and beyond. As a midlife mom of two and active athlete herself, Claire brings a thoughtful, realistic approach to helping women stay strong, resilient, and confident throughout life.
We discuss the real-life challenges women face as they navigate hormonal changes, muscle and joint pain, and confusing health messages—especially on social media. Claire offers insight on how to start strength training in midlife, whether we really need weighted vests, and why outdated advice needs to be reexamined.
Whether you’re postpartum, in perimenopause, or just looking to move with more confidence, this conversation is packed with practical advice and myth-busting truths.
We Talk About:
-needing more data
-do we need weighted vests?
-gap between generations
-starting with strength training
-dispelling outdated information
-confidence in movement
-managing expectations
-hormonal changes in perimenopause
Time Stamps
1:00 Introduction
4:00 parallels with postpartum and perimenopause/menopause
8:27 social media and mixed messages
12:33 running and the generational gap
15:30 how to start strength training
21:45 combating outdated information
24:34 introducing strength training
34:08 reanalyzing old assumptions
36:42 returning to running
46:07 Is running bad for you?
53:26 rapid fire questions
CONNECT WITH CARRIE
IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/
Website: https://carriepagliano.com
CONNECT WITH CLAIRE
IG: https://www.instagram.com/physioclairecal/
Website: https://www.clairecallaghan.com
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