Episode description

Coaching isn’t just about writing workouts—it’s aboutguiding, supporting, and adapting to each athlete’s needs. This week, Coach Elisabeth welcomes FIVE of the Running Explained run coaches to chat about their coaching journeys, favorite races, fueling strategies, and whatreally matters when guiding athletes. From breaking down common coaching myths to exploring the deep impact of the coach-athlete relationship, this conversation highlights thehuman side of coaching—because coaching isn’t just about training plans, it’s about understandingyou!

We dive into the challenges and joys of coaching, the importance ofcommunication and trust, and why coaching is a collaboration, not a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether you’re a runner looking for guidance, an aspiring coach, or just love learning more about thewhy behind great training, this episode is packed with insights to help you run smarter, train better, and enjoy every step of the process.

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🎤Soundbites:

🗣️“Coaching is a two-way relationship with feedback.”
🗣️“Every runner, at every pace, deserves support.”
🗣️“Being intentional with goal setting matters more than chasing PRs.”
🗣️“Great coaching looks at the whole athlete, not just their mileage.”