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    Tread Lightly Running Podcast

    Tread Lightly Running Podcast

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    The Tread Lightly Running Podcast provides data-driven, evidence-based running advice in a practical, accessible, and inclusive manner. . You'll learn about how to run faster, marathon training, the latest fueling science, how to prevent running injury, and more. Tread Lightly Running Podcast is co-hosted by Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris, MSc. Together, they have over 20 years of coaching experience and have helped thousands of runners reach their goals through 1:1 coaching and group training. They've appeared in Runner's World, SELF, NPR, Outside, and other major media.

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    Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris

    How to Embrace New Things During Long Running Breaks with Mirna Valerio

    How to Embrace New Things During Long Running Breaks with Mirna Valerio

    May 23, 2025
    44m

    In this episode, we are joined by the wonderful Mirna Valerio, a best-selling author, content creator, and accomplished ultra runner and multisport athlete. Mirna discusses how she learned to embrace new sports and hobbies during a long break from running. Whether you take an intentional or forced break from running, you’ll learn a lot from her discussion on identity, the mental side of a break from running, and more. 

     In this episode, you’ll learn from her about: 

    • Identity and running

    • How she ventured into other sports, including cycling and skiing

    • Mindset shifts from running to broader training

    • How to embrace being a beginner in a new sport

    • How to know if you should take a break from running

    • Why it is beneficial to expand to sports and hobbies beyond running

    This episode is sponsored by:

    • Tifosi Optics: Shatter-proof, anti-bounce, comfortable, and stylish sunglasses made for running. Get 20% off using this link! 

    • BodyBio: Research-backed, practitioner-trusted supplements. Use code AMANDA25 for 25% off at https://runtothefinish.com/bodybio/

    Let’s stay connected:

    •  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Mirna at https://themirnavator.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/themirnavator/

    • Join our community at patreon.com/treadlightlyrunning

    • Tread Lightly Running Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treadlightlyrunning/

    • Laura Norris Running on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauranorrisrunning/

    • Hundreds of evidence-based training tips on Laura’s website: https://lauranorrisrunning.com/

    • Run to the Finish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runtothefinish/?hl=en

    • Thousands of running gear reviews and training guides: https://runtothefinish.com/

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