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Why weight gain isn’t the end of your speed
Wait—can gaining weight help you run faster?
Yes, well, it depends!
In this episode, Serena breaks down what really matters for speed, endurance, and performance—hint: it's not just about your weight. We dive into how focusing on VO₂max, building strength and power, and dialing in your sports nutrition can transform your training—even in a body that's heavier than she used to be.
You’ll learn:
🔥 Why “leaner” doesn’t automatically mean faster
💪 The performance perks of lifting heavy and training for power
🥤 How fueling smarter (not less) supports energy, recovery, and speed
🧠 A mindset shift that will help you embrace strength gains, muscle mass, and yes—weight gain—as a part of becoming a stronger athlete
If you’ve ever worried that eating more or gaining weight will sabotage your running, this episode is your science-backed permission slip to stop the fear and start fueling like an athlete.
🎧 Tune in, take notes, and get ready to rethink your relationship with your runner body.
PS here's the study Serena discusses in the show! https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37752006/
PSS here's the link for the book Serena mentions in the pod! https://bookshop.org/p/books/sick-enough-a-guide-to-the-medical-complications-of-eating-disorders-jennifer-l-gaudiani/9482872?ean=9780815382454&next=t
Save 15% off your MidDay Squares order with this link!
If you have questions about this episode DM on Instagram @runnergirldietitian.
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By Serena Marie RD
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Wait—can gaining weight help you run faster?
Yes, well, it depends!
In this episode, Serena breaks down what really matters for speed, endurance, and performance—hint: it's not just about your weight. We dive into how focusing on VO₂max, building strength and power, and dialing in your sports nutrition can transform your training—even in a body that's heavier than she used to be.
You’ll learn:
🔥 Why “leaner” doesn’t automatically mean faster
💪 The performance perks of lifting heavy and training for power
🥤 How fueling smarter (not less) supports energy, recovery, and speed
🧠 A mindset shift that will help you embrace strength gains, muscle mass, and yes—weight gain—as a part of becoming a stronger athlete
If you’ve ever worried that eating more or gaining weight will sabotage your running, this episode is your science-backed permission slip to stop the fear and start fueling like an athlete.
🎧 Tune in, take notes, and get ready to rethink your relationship with your runner body.
PS here's the study Serena discusses in the show! https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37752006/
PSS here's the link for the book Serena mentions in the pod! https://bookshop.org/p/books/sick-enough-a-guide-to-the-medical-complications-of-eating-disorders-jennifer-l-gaudiani/9482872?ean=9780815382454&next=t
Save 15% off your MidDay Squares order with this link!
If you have questions about this episode DM on Instagram @runnergirldietitian.
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