Run smarter, not harder! Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris, MS bring their combined 20 years of coaching experience to break down common running myths, running tips, and more. We provide evidence-based running tips for runners of all distances and experiences.
How much water do you need to drink during a run? Do you need electrolytes? We've got answers to all your hydration questions in this episode! First, we answer a listener’s question on liquid calories as a pre-race nutrition strategy. Then, we take a deep dive into the science of hydration for runners - and practical takeaways you can use to feel better on your runs.
Discussion points include:
Why does hydration for runners matter so much?
The role of electrolytes (including sodium) in hydration
How hydration can stop those headaches after a long run
How to reduce your risk of hyponatremia
Understanding sweat rate vs sweat concentration
How much water should you drink before a run
Hydration while running so your stomach doesn’t feel sloshy
How to carry water while running
Hyperhydration strategies
Should you use IV hydration before a race?
Additional resources: https://www.featherstonenutrition.com/hydration-sweat-rate/
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Do you need to hire a running coach? If you want to hire one, how do you find the right one for you? We draw on our experiences of working with hundreds of runners over almost 20 years combined to guide you through how to find a running coach!
🎧 Looking for another running podcast? Jonathan Levitt explores the power of motivation for elite, sub-elite, and recreational runners alike in his popular For The Long Run podcast. Listen here: https://pod.link/1453616436
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Being a runner does not mean that bone stress injuries are inevitable! We bring on a specialist today to discuss running and stress fractures, including how to prevent and treat bone stress injuries.
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Connect with Nathan at @runningmatekc on Instagram and find both free and purchasable resources at https://runningmatekc.com/
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Struggling with knee pain on the outside of your knee? Today’s episode may help! We are not physical therapists, so we approach the topic of IT band syndrome based on a coaching perspective and research. If you are dealing with IT band syndrome, we encourage you to reach out to a PT!
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Are you preparing for RunDisney weekend, a Ragnar relay, Hood to Coast, the Speed Project, or another multi-stage race? This episode is for you! Two experienced running coaches share expert opinions on how to train for multi-day races - and how to strategize so that you feel good during these races.
🎧 Looking for another running podcast? Jonathan Levitt explores the power of motivation for elite, sub-elite, and recreational runners alike in his popular For The Long Run podcast. Listen here: https://pod.link/1453616436
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What do Oscar Wilde, fluid dynamics, and running have in common? The treadmill! We answer your most common questions about treadmill running, including if you need a 1% incline, whether you can train for a race on the treadmill, and how to enjoy treadmill runs.
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Don’t skip this episode just yet - every runner, male, female, non-binary, parents, child-free, etc can learn from Dr. Amanda Fisher!
In this episode, Dr. Fisher explores how your pelvic floor impacts your running, including hip and groin injuries, bladder control while running, and even the runner’s trots. We have received many questions about these topics and felt it best to bring on an expert about running and your pelvic floor.
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You can connect with Dr. Fisher: www.empoweryourpelvis.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/
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Most runners share the common experience: a jittery, anxious feeling as you line up before your race. Pre-race nerves happen - and while some nerves can be a performance enhancer, too much anxiety can wreck your race. We provide guidance for managing pre-race anxiety in this episode as we draw upon our experiences of working with hundreds of runners.
Discussion points include:
What it means if you have pre-race nerves
Why you want to work on controlling excessive pre-race anxiety
How to calm yourself down before a race
The value of race day routines
How you can use tune-up races to work through pre-race jitters
How to relax the night before and the morning of a race
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This episode brings in some new research to update one of our early episodes - running on your period. In addition to talking about cycle syncing, we expand this episode to discuss how to deal with cramps, PMDD, and other PMS issues while running. This episode should be super helpful if you are a female runner or a coach to female runners!
Discussion points include:
A quick overview of the menstrual cycle
Why cycle syncing may actually impair your performance
The effects of menstrual cycle phase on performance markers
Practical tips for how to feel your best when running on your period
Running with PMDD, heavy periods, and more
Is it normal to miss your period as a runner?
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Survey referenced: https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/fitness/a60004028/cycle-syncing/
Did you know that you can finish a marathon up to half of an inch shorter than when you started? Or that there’s a reason it feels so hard to climb up and down stairs after a marathon? It may surprise you all that happens to your body after a marathon!
First, we answer a listener’s question about time on feet for easy-paced long runs. Then, we dives into the nuances around a popular topic on social media: how much time should you take off running after a marathon? We take a step back first to understand what exactly happens to your body when you run a marathon - and then provide a marathon recovery guide based on that.
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Support the podcast! Visit lauranorrisrunning.com and runtothefinish.com for thousands of free articles on all things running.
This episode is sponsored by Skratch Labs! Skratch makes some of our favorite hydration mixes, sports chews, and more. Use code AMANDARUN20 for 20% off your order at https://www.skratchlabs.com/AMANDARUN20
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In this episode, we are joined by ultra runner, coach, and scientist Dr. Alyssa Olenick (aka Doc Lyss)! Dr. Olenick has her PhD in Exercise Physiology and joins us to discuss the overlapping fields of hybrid training and female physiology.
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