What Is a Runner's Body?
What Is a Runner's Body?

The RunRX Podcast by Coach Valerie & Coach Caroline

Episode notes

Do you have to look like a runner to be a runner? What does that even mean? Body types are irrelevant! In this episode we’re chatting about the fact that if you’re running, you have a runner’s body.

Timestamps of big takeaways

Being Thin Doesn’t Make You A Runner

[00:25] Coach Caroline opens with a candid conversation about her body type. She might not be a very thin person, but that doesn't mean she doesn't have a runner’s body.

[00:54] Coach Valerie shares that while there is a body shape people expect for certain sports, the reality is there is no “runner’s body.”

Body Weight vs Body Type

[02:24] You are carrying your body weight when you run. So your weight does actually have an impact on your running. But, just because you have a bigger bottom, or belly, d ... 

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