Tread Lightly Podcast

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!

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! 

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

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