TREADMILL VS. OUTDOOR RUNNING: ARE THEY THE SAME? 🤔

Podcast Episode #182🎙

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A frequent question we get asked is: What are the PROS and CONS of running on the treadmill and running outside?! Are they the same?

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CONS OF THE TREADMILL👎

⭐️ Treadmills do not allow your body to use as many muscles (when outside you do not need to pivot to change directions; you are running in one direction the entire time)

⭐️ When running on a treadmill, the belt is moving TOWARDS you so there’s less effort required to move your body forward

You are not able to mimic outdoor race day conditions inside

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PROS OF THE TREADMILL👍

⭐️ The treadmill is a softer surface, which can give your joints a break!

⭐️ You can set the speed for workouts without having to check your watch for your pace

⭐️ Safety in the inclement weather

⭐️ Can multitask on treadmill

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CONS OF OUTSIDE RUNNING👎

⭐️ You are at the mercy of the elements outside which can be dangerous

⭐️ You have to monitor your pace more frequently during workouts

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PROS OF OUTSIDE RUNNING👍

⭐️ You activate more muscles when running outside by changing directions and needing to maneuver more!

⭐️ Running outside callouses your body and allows your body to become stronger due to the harder surfaces

⭐️ You can mimic race day conditions and surfaces

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THE BOTTOM LINE👇

If you're training for a race, running outside is the best possible way to mimic race day. Sometimes the treadmill is the only option due to unfavorable weather, not having childcare to get outside of a run, etc.. Run outside when it's safe, and use the treadmill as a tool when needed!

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