Healthy Runner Podcast 281. Run Stronger After 40: 5 Recovery Essentials with Coach Sara Manderscheid
[Download] The Ultimate Recovery Guide for Runners
Are you over 40 and feeling like recovery takes longer than it used to? Struggling with lingering aches, slower bounce-backs, or training fatigue that just won’t quit?
You’re not alone — and you don’t have to settle for feeling “past your prime.”
In this episode of the Healthy Runner Podcast, Dr. Duane Scotti is joined by Coach Sara Manderscheid, founder of Elevate Your Running Coaching in Boulder, Colorado, to uncover 5 essential recovery secrets every masters runner needs to know.
Together, they break down what recovery really looks like in your 40s, 50s, and beyond — and how to shift from frustration to freedom in your running journey.
You’ll learn: ✅ The most common recovery mistakes runners over 40 make ✅ Specific strategies to reduce soreness and improve consistency ✅ How to build strength and endurance without burning out ✅ What no one tells you about aging and adaptation ✅ Why recovery is your secret weapon for faster, healthier running
Whether you're chasing a marathon PR, coming back from injury, or simply want to feel strong and energized again — this conversation is your mid-run mindset boost and recovery roadmap.
🎁 Grab your FREE Ultimate Guide to Recovery for Runners: learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/recovery
Listen to my previous episode on the Ultimate Recovery Guide for Running here!
Listen to my previous episode about Running through menopause here!
Listen to my previous episode on marathon recovery here!
Listen to my previous episode on 7 foam roller exercises for running recovery here!
Follow along with my 25 Minute Strength Workout for Runners (TO RUN PAIN FREE)
There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long! Learn them here
Want to work with Dr. Duane as your running physical therapist and coach with structured rehab, strength, nutrition, and a run plan with full support and accountability to optimize your recovery as a runner over 40? Book a call and learn more about Healthy Runner coaching here
A big thanks to CurraNz for your support for this episode!
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Learn more about the real science behind blackcurrant extract in my interview with Fleur Cushman in episode 233 on the Healthy Runner Podcast.
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Connect with Sara Manderscheid:
Instagram & Threads: @elevateyourrunning and @sayrahrunshappy
Website: https://elevateyourrunning.com
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- duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com
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