Tread Lightly Running Podcast

64: Does Body Size Impact Your Training? Tips for Runners in Taller and Larger Bodies


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Larger encompasses a variety of body types: taller than average, more muscle, or higher body mass. Both Laura and Amanda are taller than the average female runner and have worked with runners of a wide range of body sizes. However, we’ve noticed that a lot of the online advice that focuses mostly on how to start running if you have a larger body - but what about if you are a seasoned runner who is taller, more muscular, or heavier? 

Discussion points include:

  • What are the Athena and Clydesdale categories?
  • Do you need to lose weight to start running? 
  • Understanding “metabolically healthy”
  • How does running in a larger body increase your injury risk?
  • Do larger runners need more fuel during long runs/races?
  • Sweat rates for taller and heavier runners
  • Running gait variations for taller runners
  • Inclusive sizing gear/clothing brands
  • Tips for new runners
  • Sweat test instructions: https://www.featherstonenutrition.com/hydration/

    References:

    PMID: 27852613

    PMID: 38350462

    https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/overweight-and-healthy-the-concept-of-metabolically-healthy-obesity-201309246697


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