Tread Lightly Podcast

Amanda Brooks & Laura Norris
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Tread Lightly Podcast

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.

  1. HACE 4 DÍAS

    98: Is Sugar Bad for Runners? Dispelling Common Fueling Myths with Cortney Berling, RD, MPH

    You’ve likely heard that high sugar consumption has health risks - so how do you reconcile that with your need to fuel as a runner? Is sugar bad for runners, or is it a necessary fuel source for your fastest running and healthiest self? (Spoiler: it's the latter!) We brought on Cortney Berling, RD, MPH, to dispel common myths about sugar for runners.  Discussion points include: Defining the different types of sugar What’s the difference between using candy and gels on runs? Whole foods vs engineered sports nutrition products Does sugar have the same impact on your blood sugar while running as it does at rest? Do runners need to worry about the health risks of taking sugar in gels? When and how should you fuel your runs? Is it beneficial to combine different types of sugars on your runs? What should runners do about their sugar cravings? Can you train your body to not need sugar during a run? This episode is sponsored by Previnex! Previnex creates clinically effective supplements made with high-quality ingredients. Their probiotic provides 30 million CFUS with six bacteria strains - and unlike other brands, their probiotic works! Use the code treadlightly for 15% off your first order at previnex.com. Thank you for Cortney for joining us! Cortney Berling is a registered dietitian focused on working with runners and female athletes. You can connect with Cortney on Instagram: eatwell.run better or work with her at https://www.eatwellrunbetter.com/roadto262. 💻 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lauranorrisrunning.com and runtothefinish.com for thousands of free articles on all things running, from training tips to gear reviews.  🎙️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow and comment on Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend!  👉 Follow us @treadlightlyrunning @runtothefinish and @lauranorrisrunning on Instagram!

    35 min

  2. 4 ENE

    97: Should You Run Everyday? What Running Coaches Think of Run Streaks

    We take an informed deep dive on run streaks. Who benefits from run streaks (if anyone)? What are the risks and drawbacks? Are there alternative goals you can set?  Discussion points include: What defines a running streak? Why are running streaks so popular? What are the drawbacks of run streaks? When should you stop a running streak? How to safely do a run streak  Alternative activity streaks What to do if you feel like you need to run every day If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like: 24: The Science of Overtraining 82: Hybrid Training as Health Training with Dr Alyssa Olenick 83: What Happens to Your Body after a Marathon 90: How to Prevent Bone Stress Fractures with Dr. Nathan Carlson 96: Why You Should Warm-Up Before Runs and How to Do It This episode is sponsored by Final Surge. Whether you are a running coach or an athlete, start your new year off strong with Final Surge! Final Surge offers training plans for runners of all abilities, as well as a user-friendly platform to track your progress. If you are a coach, Final Surge provides a comprehensive training platform to develop plans and analyze your athlete's workouts. Go to ⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/ ⁠⁠and use RUNTOTHEFINISH for 10% off your first coaching purchase (monthly or yearly) or RUNTOTHEFINISH for 10% off any training plan purchase.  💻 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lauranorrisrunning.com and runtothefinish.com for thousands of free articles on all things running, from training tips to gear reviews.  🎙️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow and comment on Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend!  👉 Follow us @treadlightlyrunning @runtothefinish and @lauranorrisrunning on Instagram!

    30 min

  3. 14/12/2024

    96: Why You Should Warm Up Before Runs - and How to Do It

    Warming up before a run is something both Amanda and Laura have repeatedly preached - so in this episode, we take a deeper dive into warm-ups. We explore the science warming up properly before a run and provide practical examples of how to warm up before different types of workouts. Discussion points include: Why should you warm up before running? How long should a warm-up be? Should you stretch before a run? Examples of pre-run dynamic stretches How to warm up before speedwork How to warm up before a race This episode is sponsored by Final Surge. Final Surge is a training platform for coaches and runners alike. Both Amanda and Laura use it in their coaching! Go to ⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/ ⁠and use RUNTOTHEFINISH for 10% off your first coaching purchase (monthly or yearly) or RUNTOTHEFINISH for 10% off any training plan purchase. Further resources:  https://lauranorrisrunning.com/how-to-warm-up-for-a-run/ https://runtothefinish.com/dynamic-stretching-warm-up-running/ References: Haff & Triplett. Essentials of strength training and conditioning (4th ed.) Human Kinetics 💻 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lauranorrisrunning.com and runtothefinish.com for thousands of free articles on all things running, from training tips to gear reviews.  🎙️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow and comment on Spotify. If You enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend!  👉 Follow us @treadlightlyrunning @runtothefinish and @lauranorrisrunning on Instagram!

    34 min

  4. 07/12/2024

    95: How to Treat Shin Splints

    Are you plagued by pain over the front of your lower legs? Shin splints are one of the most common running injuries. However, the treatment is not as simple as Google suggests - shin splints won’t heal for good with just rest and ice alone. In this episode, we take a look at shin splints based on research, basic anatomy/biomechanics, and a training perspective. This episode does not replace physical therapy.  Discussion points include: What are shin splints? Can you run through shin splints What causes shin splints? How do you treat shin splints? Can your running shoes give you shin splints? Should you use ice, compression socks, or KT tape? This episode is sponsored by Final Surge. Final Surge is a training platform for coaches and runners alike. Both Amanda and Laura use it in their coaching! Go to https://www.finalsurge.com/ and use RUNTOTHEFINISH for 10% off your first coaching purchase (monthly or yearly) or RUNTOTHEFINISH for 10% off any training plan purchase. References: https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/54/2/72 Example exercises: https://www.instagram.com/p/CpzyWZqOpZp/?img_index=1 💻 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lauranorrisrunning.com and runtothefinish.com for thousands of free articles on all things running, from training tips to gear reviews.  🎙️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow and comment on Spotify. If You enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend!  👉 Follow us @treadlightlyrunning @runtothefinish and @lauranorrisrunning on Instagram!

    30 min

  5. 30/11/2024

    94: Are You Ready for Your First Ultra? With Coach Rhandi Orme

    Do you dream of doing an ultra marathon some day - but you feel intimidated by the training, gear, or logistics? If so, this episode is for you. We brought on Coach Rhandi Orme to share her first-hand experience and coaching expertise to help you understand what it takes to run an ultra - and how to know if you are ready for your first ultra.  Discussion points include: Common misconceptions about ultra marathon training How do you know if you are ready to do your first ultra? How many times per week should you be running on trails? What to expect with ultra marathon training  How to pick your first ultra race Crew, pacers, and drop bags What gear do you need for your first ultra? How to work through the fear of running the dark? Rhandi is an accomplished ultra marathon champion, endurance coach, and mom of five. She brings a holistic approach to how you can train for an ultra marathon - while balancing it with work and family. You can connect with Rhandi on Instagram at @run_rhandi_run or learn more about her coaching at rhandi.com.  This episode is sponsored by Centr. The Centr app allows you to get in workouts at home - including treadmill workouts! Get $600 off the Centr T-7 Treadmill, which has a smartphone mirroring screen. Use the link https://bit.ly/Centr-tread-lightly 💻 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lauranorrisrunning.com and runtothefinish.com for thousands of free articles on all things running, from training tips to gear reviews.  🎙️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow and comment on Spotify. If You enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend!  👉 Follow us @treadlightlyrunning @runtothefinish and @lauranorrisrunning on Instagram!

    37 min

  6. 23/11/2024

    93: Concrete vs Asphalt, PRing as a Masters Runner, and Other Listener Q&

    You’ve got running questions - and we have your answers! Join us today as we answer your running questions, including: Should you run on concrete or asphalt?  What should you do after completing a Couch to 5K program? Can you keep PRing in your 40s? Is racing weight something to worry about? Can you do Hydrox during marathon training? Can you go too slow on your easy run days? Should you do a two week or three week taper? How do you rebuild mileage after a race? How do you know if you should stick to a new plan or switch? Recommended marathons outside of the Six Stars/World Majors How to mimic a hilly course on a treadmill How to prevent sports bra chaffing This episode is sponsored by Centr. The Centr app allows you to get in workouts at home - including treadmill workouts! Get $600 off the Centr T-7 Treadmill, which has a smartphone mirroring screen. Use the link https://bit.ly/Centr-tread-lightly 💻 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lauranorrisrunning.com and runtothefinish.com for thousands of free articles on all things running, from training tips to gear reviews.  🎙️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow and comment on Spotify. If You enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend!  👉 Follow us @treadlightlyrunning @runtothefinish and @lauranorrisrunning on Instagram!  References:  PMID: 35362850PMID: 33022655PMID: 22897427

    35 min

  7. 16/11/2024

    92: A Science-Backed Guide to Hydration for Runners

    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/ 💻 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lauranorrisrunning.com and runtothefinish.com for thousands of free articles on all things running, from training tips to gear reviews.  🎙️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow and comment on Spotify. If You enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend!  👉 Follow us @treadlightlyrunning @runtothefinish and @lauranorrisrunning on Instagram!  References:  Eichner, E.R. "Genetic and Other Determinants of Sweat Sodium." Current Sports Medicine Reports 7.4 Supp 1(2008): 236-S40. PMID: 28332116 Jeukendrup & Gleeson. (2016) Sport Nutrition. Human Kinetics. Wilson (2020). The Athlete’s Gut: The Inside Science of Digestion, Nutrition, and Stomach Distress. VeloPress. PMID 26920240 PMID: 38198662

    37 min

  8. 09/11/2024

    91: How to Pick the Best Running Coach For You

    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!  How do you know if you will benefit from a running coach? What’s the scope of a running coach? Can you work with a running coach even if you aren’t doing a race? How do you find the right running coach for you? Does a coach’s own race times matter? Questions to ask a potential running coach How do you 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 💻 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lauranorrisrunning.com and runtothefinish.com for thousands of free articles on all things running, from training tips to gear reviews.  🎙️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow and comment on Spotify. If You enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend!  👉 Follow us @treadlightlyrunning @runtothefinish and @lauranorrisrunning on Instagram!

    38 min
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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.

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  • Creador
    Amanda Brooks & Laura Norris
  • Años de actividad
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodios
    98
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Copyright
    © Amanda Brooks & Laura Norris
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    Tread Lightly Podcast

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