Tread Lightly Running Podcast

Episode 13: How to Become a Running Coach, Part 1


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Are you curious about how to become a running coach? In this episode of the Tread Lightly podcast, we have a candid conversation about how we became running coaches. We took different paths to get there (the field of Laura's first master's degree may surprise you!) - and your path may look different! This episode also covers running coach certifications and education resources.


The episode content includes:

  • Educational backgrounds of Laura and Amanda
  • How we pivoted from journalism and corporate work (Amanda) and humanities and academia (Laura) to full-time run coaching
    • What Laura’s master's degree in exercise science included
    • Which running coach certifications we recommend (RRCA, UESCA, USATF)
      • Continuing education as a running coach, including recommended books

      • Amanda's Book: https://amzn.to/2MDXNda

        Let Your Mind Run: A Memoir of Thinking My Way to Victory by Deena Kastor

        Brain Training for Runners: A Revolutionary New Training System to Improve Endurance, Speed, Health and Results by Matt Fitzgerald

        Big Book of Endurance Training by Phil Maffetone
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        80/20 by Matt Fitzgerald (finally understanding easy runs)

        Fast 5K: 25 Crucial Keys and 4 Training Plans by Pete Magill (great for all levels)

        Train Like a Pro by Matt Fitzgerald & Ben Rosario

        Run Faster from the 5K to Marathon by Brad Hudson & Matt Fitzgerald

        Scientific Training for Endurance Athletes by Dr. Philip Skiba

        Science of Running by Steve Magness

        The Happy Runner by Dr. Megan Roche & David Roche

        Roar by Dr. Stacy Sims

        Running Rewired by Jay Dicharry

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