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Tread Lightly Running Science Podcast

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

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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Tight hips and nagging pain are a common complaint for runners. These injuries can be frustrating: stretching doesn’t help, sitting hurts, and running doesn’t feel normal. Thankfully, you can resolve your hip pain and run pain-free again. In this epi... more

Over 40% of runners experience an injury each year. One of the most frustrating aspects of a running injury (beyond not running) is the uncertainty: how much time do you need to take off for this injury to fully heal? Why are you still having pain we... more

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How long does it take to get faster? We answer one of your top running questions in this episode. We break down training adaptations by different systems so that you understand what’s happening beneath the surface. You will learn how to progress trai... more

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Do you need 120 grams of carbs per hour? Will adding sodium bicarb to that further boost performance? In this episode, we take a deep dive into two trending studies on sport nutrition and running performance. We chat about high carb fueling, sodium b... more

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Recent Guests

Duncan Simpson
Sports psychologist, researcher, and Certified Mental Performance Consultant
Teevens Center for Peak Performance
Episode: Mental Skills That Get You Through the Hard Miles with Sports Psychologist Dr. Duncan Simpson
Alex Larson
Minnesota-based dietitian and endurance nutrition specialist
Alex Larson Nutrition
Episode: GLP-1s, Nomio, UCAN Gels, and Other Trendy Supplements with Dietitian Alex Larsen
Trent Claypool
Sports psychologist
Summit Sport Psychology
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
gorunstronger.com / drdr.gabygogo
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
Coach and athlete passionate about fitness education
Episode: Navigating Social Media Fitness Advice as an Athlete with Ben Carpenter

Hosts

Amanda Brooks
Running coach and writer, founder of Run to the Finish
Laura Norris
Running coach with a master's degree in applied exercise science

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Give me the facts

    Great mix of studies and stories based on experience. They’re easy to listen to and I usually learn something new even when I thought I knew the subject.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pangicide
    United Statesa month ago
  • Easily digestible and evidence-based!

    Great listening for anyone interested in the science of running — both coaches know their stuff and clearly love to share it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kelmishka
    United Statesa month ago
  • Favorite running podcast

    I listen to a lot of running podcasts, but this one is my favorite! I listen to it during my easy runs, while I lift, on my way to work..really everywhere! Amanda and Lauren use great research, have so much knowledge to share, and make their podcasts relatable and helpful as a non-elite athlete!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    autumnlund
    United States2 months ago
  • Evidence based

    Very happy I stumbled across this rather excellent pod! As a medic, I struggle to find evidence based, scientific driven podcasts and discussions, so was delighted to discover this! Love all the chat and tips. Hopefully it will help me run my first marathon well! Thanks, Mick

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Micky_see
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Superb info

    So many new things to learn from both of you. I’m in my marathon buildup routine and I’m listening to the podcast on my runs instead of music. 😎

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sampath Dan
    India2 months ago

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The hosts are described as knowledgeable, engaging, and easy to listen to.
Listeners value the mix of research and coaching experience, especially when complex running topics are explained in practical terms.
Some listeners note that occasional running terminology or references may take extra research to follow.
Listeners appreciate clear coverage of what evidence supports and where popular claims remain uncertain.
Advice is seen as useful across experience levels, including for newer runners and those returning from injury.

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

Apple Podcasts
#13
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#13
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#41
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#17
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#28
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#45
Germany/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Running Injuries Take So Long to Heal (And What Actually Helps)
Q: I've heard that people often break their 5K PR about a month after finishing a marathon training plan. Is this true? And ideally, how long after my marathon should I be running a 5K?
The hosts say marathon fitness may help runners with an underdeveloped 5K personal best, provided they are recovered, but marathon training is not generally the best preparation for a 5K personal best. A dedicated 8-to-12-week 5K training block is more appropriate for that goal.
How Long Does It Take to Get Faster at Running?
Q: Is the StairMaster a good Zone 2 cross-training option, and are there StairMaster workouts you recommend?
The hosts explain that cross-training does not need to reach running Zone 2. The StairMaster can help build leg strength and power for hilly races or ultras, but it is less specific to road-running turnover and may be too load-bearing for some injured runners. They suggest pool running, the elliptical or an arc trainer as alternatives when appropriate.
Mental Skills That Get You Through the Hard Miles with Sports Psychologist Dr. Duncan Simpson
Q: How can a runner know if their race goal is psychologically healthy versus perhaps a goal that might be psychologically unhealthy or limiting or overwhelming?
Set an ambitious outcome goal, then add two or three process goals, such as pacing, fueling, or technique, so a race can still have meaningful successes even if the main time goal is missed.
Mental Skills That Get You Through the Hard Miles with Sports Psychologist Dr. Duncan Simpson
Q: Can having a strong athletic identity then never be a detriment to an athlete, or how can an athlete create a balanced, healthy athletic identity that supports their mindset?
A strong athletic identity can be healthy, but it becomes problematic when running is someone's singular identity. Simpson suggests noticing how long a bad race affects self-worth and maintaining a broader sense of self.
Is Zone 2 Running Overrated? Understanding the Backlash Against and Science of Easy Running
Q: Why might a runner experience a 5K pace that is slower than their 10K pace, despite training for both distances?
Possible explanations include pacing strategy (going out too hard in a 5K, needing a big recovery later), differences in course conditions (hills, heat), and the physiological reality that a shorter race may require a higher-intensity start that doesn't sustain, causing a larger drop in pace as fatigue sets in.

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Evidence-based guidance for recreational and competitive runners, with practical coverage of training, race preparation, recovery, nutrition, injury prevention, equipment, and the mental side of performance. Running coaches Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris translate research into advice, drawing on their coaching experience and answering common runner questions. Most episodes are discussions between the two hosts; selected conversations feature specialists such as sports psychologists and dietitians who add expertise in areas relevant to endurance athletes.

The approach is notably measured: emerging trends and popular claims are weighed against research, individual differences, and real-world coaching considerations. Advice emphasizes adapti... more

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2. Alex Larson
3. Trent Claypool
4. Claire Shorenstein
5. Dr. Gaby Go
6. Taylor Kruse
7. Ashley Mateo
8. Logan Dockery

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