64: Does Body Size Impact Your Training? Tips for Runners in Taller and Larger Bodies
Larger encompasses a variety of body types: taller than average, more muscle, or higher body mass. Both Laura and Amanda are taller than the average female runner and have worked with runners of a wide range of body sizes. However, we’ve noticed that a lot of the online advice that focuses mostly on how to start running if you have a larger body - but what about if you are a seasoned runner who is taller, more muscular, or heavier? Discussion points include: What are the Athena and Clydesdale categories? Do you need to lose weight to start running? Understanding “metabolically healthy” How does running in a larger body increase your injury risk? Do larger runners need more fuel during long runs/races? Sweat rates for taller and heavier runners Running gait variations for taller runners Inclusive sizing gear/clothing brands Tips for new runners Sweat test instructions: https://www.featherstonenutrition.com/hydration/ References: PMID: 27852613 PMID: 38350462 https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/overweight-and-healthy-the-concept-of-metabolically-healthy-obesity-201309246697