Listen "The 5 Biggest Mistakes Runners Make and How to Avoid Them"
Episode Synopsis
Want to learn the 5 biggest mistakes I've made as an ultra runner and how to avoid them? Well today,I am breaking down the 5 biggest mistakes I've seen (and made) along my running journey that you probably haven't even though of before.
The 5 biggest mistakes runner make include:
Picking the wrong shoes
Pushing mileage or speed too fast
Overlooking proper fueling
Skipping much-needed rest days
Not training on the right surfaces.
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Links to things I discuss in the episode:
Born to Run (book by Christopher McDougal) - https://amzn.to/48mJaDk
Can’t Hurt Me (book by David Goggins) - https://amzn.to/4fhW2g2
Topo Athletic Mountain Racer 3 - https://amzn.to/48l9EVE
Topo Athletic Fli Lyte 5 - https://amzn.to/3YzacUL
Skratch Labs Super High Carb Hydration Powder (8+ servings) - https://amzn.to/3YMz2AN
Skratch Lab Energy Chews (10 pack) - https://amzn.to/4e1LErO
00:00 Introduction to the Athlete with Asthma Show
00:38 Biggest Mistake #1: Choosing the Wrong Running Shoes
02:00 My Personal Journey and Lessons Learned
03:12 Insights from the book "Born to Run"
04:59 Finding the Right Running Shoes for You
11:00 Biggest Mistake #2: Running Too Far or Too Fast Too Soon
25:10 The Three Pillars of Healthy Living
25:33 Personal Struggles and the Turning Point
26:40 Bigest Mistake #3: The Importance of Proper Fueling During Runs
31:22 Biggest Mistake #4: The Necessity of Rest Days
36:48 Biggest Mistake #5: Training on the Right Surface
47:33 Final Thoughts
DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS MY OPINION AND IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER. PLEASE CONSULT A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER FOR GUIDANCE SPECIFIC TO YOUR CASE.
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