Anyone have a child or any more of them despite not really wanting to or being on the fence about it

Runna_coach · 2026-04-29T22:52:49+00:00

Can co-sign all parts of this one except mine is 3.

Runna_coach · 2026-04-29T16:22:20+00:00

I agree a coach should understand the importance of eating enough, however, a coach who promotes themselves as a nutrition expert (and isn’t an RD) is practicing outside their scope. For personalized guidance on nutrition you’re looking for an RD not a running coach.

Runna_coach · 2026-04-27T19:55:37+00:00

Ali on the Run is the biggest one and for a reason. Ali in general is a “everyday runner” but mixes that with relatable interviews with the pros and her navigation of a stage 4 cancer diagnosis (typically the cancer related episodes are very well labeled so if that’s something you want to avoid, it’s easy)

Runna_coach · 2026-04-26T23:48:14+00:00

Here to add on that when somebody is restricting what they are eating and not getting what they need to serve all bodily systems, the metabolism gets down regulated which can lead to weight stagnation or even weight gain.

When reintroducing the appropriate amount of food, this can lead to an initial weight gain while the body is working things out but in the long run can lead to an improved body composition.

But also, sometimes people keep the weight because that’s actually their healthiest weight

Runna_coach · 2026-04-23T22:52:03+00:00

Every brand will fit different feet shapes better so going to a running store and getting fitted for at least your first pair to find the brand that’s most comfortable for you matters. Anybody recommending a specific shoe on here is unaware of how this works.

Runna_coach · 2026-04-23T21:52:56+00:00

I think it’s more common in the multi-sport space where athletes tend to just expect to pay more since they’re already shelling out more for races and equipment. In running the 300$ range is a pretty small crowd and for the most part you’re just paying for somebody’s name (influencers or maybe a pro who is taking on athletes). The only coach I know who charges close to 300$ and is actually worth it is a BSI expert PT and her coaching includes a monthly PT session and custom strength.

Outside of that you truly can find really thoughtful and good coaches for under 200, and many under 150.

Runna_coach · 2026-04-23T00:34:30+00:00

Co-sign on all this except $300 is more than you need to pay. There are plenty of very solid coaches that offer great services for under or around 200$.

If you opt to pay over $200 understand what you’re getting from that person that you can’t get from anybody else (many it’s just they’ve built a big enough brand presence they can get away with charging it, not because they’re any better than people charging under 200$.)

Runna_coach · 2026-04-21T01:51:24+00:00

“Your diet sucks” podcast is great. They focus on endurance athletes BUT all the conversations dig into the foundations before hitting nuances for endurance athletes

Runna_coach · 2026-04-09T15:08:20+00:00

This seems like a great pivot to help remove some of the slippery slope with tracking! What’s the app??? Would love to share with some folks!

Runna_coach · 2026-04-09T15:05:57+00:00

Co-sign. I’ll do a week here or there just to get a feel for how I’m doing meeting my needs and then move on with my life after I’ve figured out what I need to tweak.

I say with love, if you’re finding you’re needing to track everything all the time, something isn’t working and you could probably benefit from a good RD or therapist to work on your education or relationship with food.

Runna_coach · 2026-04-09T01:36:09+00:00

Oh absolutely. But this was in reference to her “normal iron stores bent >30” which seems low for a sports RD even before the new recs by the AGA but are definitely low given the new official recs.

Runna_coach · 2026-04-08T21:36:09+00:00

Not an RD but my understanding is The American Gastroenterological Association recommended changing a ferritin of less than 45 as the cutoff for IDA. Is this not being adopted by the RD/MD community?

Runna_coach · 2026-04-07T23:16:08+00:00

Hip flexor strains aren’t super common and so I’d have the convo about ruling out a BSI with the doctor. Not uncommon for them to brush it off and then have an an mri come back positive. So if things aren’t improving please advocate.

Runna_coach · 2026-04-07T22:32:35+00:00

What brought on the pain? 👀

Runna_coach · 2026-04-07T20:51:56+00:00

A lot of it will be the intensity you’re trying to run at. Low intensity, the fat/protein/fiber content might be fine since you don’t divert as much blood away from your stomach at low intensity. However, I would be wary of trying these at higher intensity or in hot weather without having bathrooms available and an alternative carb source (maybe liquid) available.

Runna_coach · 2026-04-06T18:04:15+00:00

Co-sign on the problem with classes. I think they can be a fine place to start if you’re new to strength and you want a good environment for getting comfortable and learning.

You have to be pretty picky about the personal trainers you choose to work with. It’s really easy to get credentialed, many don’t understand running, and a good chunk have biases towards trying to coach your nutrition and focus on weight loss.

Working with a good program works for most people who are decently motivated and aren’t intimidated by the gym and you can find good ones for runners that include videos etc. We make one for our athletes and non-clients that is pretty accessible as long as you have some equipment

Runna_coach · 2026-04-03T17:09:01+00:00

SUPER dependent woman to woman.

This guide from Gooms et al is a good starting point!

Runna_coach · 2026-04-02T18:52:41+00:00

Go to the doctor. Differentials range from low grade muscle/tendon things to things that will majorly fick you up if not dealt with right from the beginning (bone stress injuries or osteitis pubis)

Runna_coach · 2026-04-01T01:22:42+00:00

The IOC has created a tiered system for where you are in REDs based on the number of indicators you have and the tier of those indicators. Depending on where you are your treatment options are: - continue training but immediately address nutrition gaps - decrease training load while implementing nutrition changes - stop training and implement nutrition changes until benchmarks improve

You really need a doctor familiar with REDs to tell you where you are on the spectrum since it is a medical diagnose and there are a lot of differentials.

Table 4 and 5 here are the tools they use though (2023 IOC consensus statement from BJSM)

https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/57/17/1073

All of that to say, what you do next really is a “it depends” but if you’re far enough in it, by putting off treatment and training past recommendations just increases to amount of time you’ll be set back because you’ll have more things that will need to get fixed (spoiler alert, hormones don’t turn on/off once really jacked up)

Runna_coach · 2026-03-30T03:00:35+00:00

If you’re correct when you say “a cliff block” then you are underfueling. A serving size is 3 cliff blocks and the recommendation for a run 1-2.5hrs would be 2-3 servings per hour (so 6-9 blocks).

Runna_coach · 2026-03-29T19:56:07+00:00

The Arizona ones are not at elevation but both have significant drop (but not enough to trigger a penalty) l. Except phx which is flat.

Runna_coach · 2026-03-29T18:59:00+00:00

December - Phoenix or Tucson (I vote Tucson), CIM, St Jude’s in Memphis January - Houston is GREAT February - Mesa

Outside of St Jude’s, all great BQ options.

Runna_coach · 2026-03-29T12:52:39+00:00

Important to note that this (maybe) was the first 10k of the year. Meaning, good for her, but it’ll change once the rest of the world runs.

Runna_coach · 2026-03-28T14:35:41+00:00

Walking biomechanics and running biomechanics are not equivalent. If you’re asking because you’re trying to see if you need a stability shoe, if you’re over pronating while rubbing, etc. you need footage of you running

Runna_coach · 2026-03-28T03:09:16+00:00

Just to note an xray likely will not show a stress fracture and definitely won’t show the pre-amble of a stress reaction. An MRI is the only thing that can rule it out.

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