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Episode 33: How to Get Your Family and Kids Involved in Running

Episode 33: How to Get Your Family and Kids Involved in Running

FromTread Lightly Podcast


Episode 33: How to Get Your Family and Kids Involved in Running

FromTread Lightly Podcast

ratings:
Length:
25 minutes
Released:
Sep 23, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Do you want to get your family, including spouse and kids, involved in running? In this episode, we share both evidence-based and practical tips for how to run with kids and family. 
Discussion points include: 

What distances are appropriate for young kids?

How to safely introduce your kids to running

How to get your family involved in running

Doing Turkey trots and other fun runs with your family


We also answer a listener's question on upper body soreness during long runs and races. 
Resources: https://www.runtothefinish.com/walking-a-5k/https://www.runtothefinish.com/couch-to-5k/
This episode is sponsored by the Run to the Finish Run Club! Use the code treadlightly to save $50 on a one-year subscription. The Virtual Run Club gives you access to running plans from both Laura and Amanda, strength training workouts, sport nutrition guidance, and more! You can sign up here: https://www.runtothefinish.com/online-running-group/
References: 
Housh et al. (2016). Applied Exercise & Sport Physiology, 4th ed. 
https://www.womensrunning.com/training/beginner/guide-starting-kids-running-safely/
PMID: 24427397
Released:
Sep 23, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Run smarter, not harder! Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris, MS bring their combined 20 years of coaching experience to break down common myths, training tips, and more.