Charlotte Garner - Discovering the power of running and cycling in midlife. Advocating for the physical and mental benefits of sports for women in their 50s.

<div> <p>Charlotte Garner is a 58-year-old runner and cyclist, living in France, who only took up sports ten years ago, aged 48. She advocates for the physical and mental benefits of sports for women in their 50s. </p> <p>In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, she shares her journey of getting involved in sports and how it has transformed her life.</p> <p>Charlotte grew up in Wales but has lived in France all her life, working as a freelance translator and raising her two daughters. It wasn't until her early 40s that she started to become interested in sports. </p> <p>After a divorce, Charlotte moved to Leon and got into running, completing her first 5km and 10km race. She felt a sense of achievement after completing the distance and proud to be part of a community of runners. </p> <p>Joining a running club changed her running for the better, and having a coach and following a training plan helped her structure her running routine. Charlotte has since completed seven marathons and two ultra marathons, enjoying the challenge of pushing herself further.</p> <p>Charlotte's journey is an inspiration for women who may have thought it was too late to start being active.</p> <p>It is never too late to start, and the physical and mental benefits are well worth it.</p> <p>***</p> <p>Stay updated with the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast by hitting the subscribe button. Don't miss out on inspiring stories of adventurous and resilient women.</p> <p>You can also make a difference by supporting the mission to increase the representation of female role models in the media especially in relation to adventure and physical challenges. Visit <a href="http://www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl= "https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast&source=gmail&ust=1693216932405000&usg=AOvVaw0eTWPiW6H0dDvUhyeae7yd">www.patreon.com/<wbr />toughgirlpodcast</a> to contribute and help create a more inclusive world. Thank you for your support!</p> <p>***</p> <