75: Why Your Easy Pace Isn't Improving, Low Volume Marathon Plans, and More: Our Informed Hot Takes

In the midst of a running boom, there is more information than ever being shared on social media. However, some of that information is misguided or presented without nuance - if not just straight up inaccurate. Our “hot takes” episodes guide you through some of these topics, drawing from our years of experience in coaching and from an evidence-based approach to coaching and training theory. Discussion points: Should you take electrolytes daily during the summer? Should your easy pace always be improving? Is red light therapy beneficial for recovery? Should you take ice baths? Do run less, run faster marathon plans work? References:  PMID: 21088862 PMID: 28748217 https://examine.com/other/red-light-therapy/faq/is-red-light-therapy-beneficial-for-exercise-performance-and-recovery/ PMID: 31513450 PMID: 35157264 PMID: 33146851 PMID: 26581833 PMID: 38695978 PMID: 29200895 This episode is sponsored by Boulderthon! Use code RUNTOTHEFINISH for $20 off the half or full marathon at Boulder’s premier road race on Sept 29, 2024. Register at https://www.boulderthon.org/