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Tread Lightly Running Science Podcast

Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris
Running
Marathon Training
Strength Training
Nutrition
Hydration
Running Performance
Injury Prevention
Endurance Training
Carbohydrates
Training Plans
Carbohydrate Intake
Nutrition For Runners
Running Injuries
VO2 Max
Half Marathon
Physical Therapy
Low Energy Availability
Electrolytes
Heart Rate Zones
Mental Health

The Tread Lightly Running Science Podcast provides data-driven, evidence-based running advice in a practical, accessible, and inclusive manner. Each week provides a science-based episode on how to run faster, marathon training, fueling, injury prevention, and more. Tread Lightly Running Podcast is co-hosted by Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris, MSc. Together, they have over 20 years of coaching exper... more

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Latest Episodes

You have likely encountered the advice that all you need to do to run better is to run more. Is training really that simple? In this episode, we discuss high volume running: why people do it, who it works for, and who should skip it. We examine the r... more

Tune-up races are a common piece of many training plans. Are they necessary? Why should you bother racing in the middle of training?

In this episode, we discuss all you need to know about how to run an effective tune-up race (and whether to run one ... more

“Performance is your potential minus interference - and the brain often interferes with how well we want to do.” Many runners struggle to translate their training to racing, because of race day nerves, negative self-talk, or fear of discomfort. In th... more

In this episode, we bring a nuanced, science-based approach to many hot topics in running right now. What causes muscle cramps? Does Pilates count as strength training? Should slower runners wear carbon plated shoes? Is it possible to overfuel on lon... more

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Recent Guests

Trent Claypool
Sports psychologist
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Episode: The Psychology Behind Peak Running Performance with Dr. Trent Claypool
Claire Shorenstein
Registered dietitian and certified sports dietitian; host of Eat for Endurance
Eat for Endurance
Episode: Gut Training for Runners: How to Fuel Without Stomach Problems with Claire Shorenstein, MS CSSD
Dr. Gaby Go
Doctor of Physical Therapy and Run Coach
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Episode: What Does "Wake Up Your Glutes" Actually Mean? Dr. Gaby Go, DPT Explains Glute Activation
Taylor Kruse
Founder of Kruse Elite, specializes in neuroscience-based pain and performance training
Kruse Elite
Episode: The Neuroscience of Pain (And How to Use It) with Kruse Elite
Ashley Mateo
Journalist covering endurance sports and founder of Runher Magazine
Runher Magazine / Runner Magazine
Episode: What the Rise of Women in Sports Means for Everyone with Ashley Mateo
Logan Dockery
Founder of Blue Rose Physical Therapy
Blue Rose Physical Therapy
Episode: Dry Needling, Cupping, and Lasers: What Your PT is Actually Doing to You with Dr. Logan Dockery PT, DPT, PhD
Ben Carpenter
Personal trainer and fitness model, author of Everything Fat Loss.
Episode: Why Most Diets Fail and What Science Tells Us About Fat Loss with Ben Carpenter
Danielle Pascente
Well-known fitness trainer and founder of her own app, former in-person trainer in LA
FitOn
Episode: The Pep Talk You Need for Managing Parenthood with Training Goals With Danielle Pascente
Jonah Rosner
Founder of Rosner Performance with expertise in exercise physiology and data science.
Rosner Performance
Episode: Why 80/20 Doesn’t Work for Every Runner with Jonah Rosner

Hosts

Amanda Brooks
Co-host, endurance running coach and writer; founder of Run to the Finish; experienced coach and data-informed educator
Laura Norris
Co-host, MSc in Applied Exercise Science; running coach since 2015; provides science-backed coaching perspectives

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Absolutely Fabulous podcast!

    This is one of my absolute favorite running podcasts. It’s always interesting and informative. I’m constantly sharing episodes with friends.

    The recent episode with Dr Claypool about the psychology behind peak performance was so good that I listened a second time so that I could take notes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JaniceInCanada
    Canada11 days ago
  • I’ve learned a lot

    . . . from listening to this podcast over the years. I’ll keep listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nutmeg Runner
    United States13 days ago
  • Super helpful for a new/intermediate runner

    I’ve never run as part of a team or had a coach or anything, so I’m always kind of anxious that I’m just doing everything wrong. This podcast has been really informative with lots of practical strategies & tips for leveling up! There are sometimes some terms or running-world name-drops that I have to look up, but for the most part the hosts are good about explaining what they’re talking about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mollsballs89
    United States18 days ago
  • The Science of the Long Run

    Excellent episode. Extremely informative and helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Old Guy Runner 2
    United Statesa month ago
  • Yay research!

    I’ve enjoyed listening to you both while running on the tm or driving. I had no idea caffeine was a glycogen reset post run! I just keep learning more and more, giving myself more tools for my toolbox to test out and see how it fits me. Really enjoyable fact finding and commentary! Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deniese Degges
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guest expertise and real-world coaching anecdotes are frequently highlighted as a strength.
Coaches Amanda and Laura are lauded for practical, data-driven insights.
Listeners praise the evidence-based approach and clear, actionable guidance.
The show is often recommended for new and experienced runners seeking reliable science-backed advice.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#8
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#12
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#34
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#10
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#45
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#48
Germany/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What the Rise of Women in Sports Means for Everyone with Ashley Mateo
Q: What trends have you noticed about brand engagement with female athletes and products?
Brands are increasingly interested in women-focused insights, with better representation in leadership roles and product development, though gaps remain in equal media coverage and investment in pregnancy/postpartum considerations.
What the Rise of Women in Sports Means for Everyone with Ashley Mateo
Q: Can you tell everyone a little more about Ashley Mateo and Runher Magazine?
Ashley discusses how Runher Magazine was created to cover women's running specifically, moving away from a male-first lens, and emphasizes that the platform aims to celebrate women's experiences and provide in-depth, diverse storytelling.
Understanding Foot Strike: Does It Impact Injury or Performance?
Q: If I only drink from the hydration stations during a half marathon, will that give me enough?
Hydration needs vary by sweat rate, temperature, and finish time. A handheld bottle can help manage intake if stations are spaced far apart, and practicing drinking at regular intervals in training helps prevent GI issues and ensures adequate hydration.
The Science of Running in Heat & Humidity (and How to Handle It)
Q: What do we know about beetroot powder and its usefulness for running performance, especially in heat?
Beetroot powder is well-researched but its benefits are context-dependent; higher dosages or multi-day loading may be needed for trained athletes, but evidence in heat sometimes shows limited or even negative effects on thermoregulation, suggesting it may not reliably improve heat tolerance but could help in certain shorter events or longer-term acclimation research.
Why Most Supplements are Worthless (And Which Five are Worth the Cost)
Q: Can you explain how marathon pace should be set and how it differs from long-run pace?
They explain that marathon pace is often close to long-run pace for beginners, but for more experienced runners it should be a distinct, sustainable effort. Talk tests and talk-ability help calibrate pace, and calculators can be misleading if you over-rely on them without considering your body's signals and terrain.

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The show delivers data-driven, evidence-based running guidance in a practical, accessible way. Hosts Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris bring two decades of coaching experience to topics like fueling, hydration, training structure, biomechanics, heat adaptation, and injury prevention, often weaving in guest experts and real-world coaching anecdotes. Episodes balance science with actionable takeaways, including pacing strategies, long-run planning, strength work, and gear considerations, with sponsor integrations that highlight practical running gear and products. The format tends to be concise, highly actionable, and supportive for runners at all levels, with a clear emphasis on nuance over one-size-fits-all prescriptions. A standout trait is t... more

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4. Taylor Kruse
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6. Logan Dockery
7. Ben Carpenter
8. Danielle Pascente

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