My goal with this podcast is simple: Help you achieve your running goals, regardless of your age, experience, or level of skill. So, let’s get into this week’s expert tip.

One of the toughest lessons for runners is learning to slow down when training so that our bodies can adjust to its demand.  

Experts agree you want to run at least 30% of your miles SLOW. Here are the top three reasons why. 

1.  Running slow proves your body’s capacity for using oxygen efficiently 

2.   It teaches your body to prioritize burning fats before glycogen, which are more metabolically efficient.

3.   Running slow dramatically reduces injuries. 

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Enjoy your next run!