Episode description
Do you want to get your family, including spouse and kids, involved in running? In this episode, we share both evidence-based and practical tips for how to run with kids and family.
Discussion points include:
- What distances are appropriate for young kids?
- How to safely introduce your kids to running
- How to get your family involved in running
- Doing Turkey trots and other fun runs with your family
We also answer a listener's question on upper body soreness during long runs and races.
Resources: https://www.runtothefinish.com/walking-a-5k/https://www.runtothefinish.com/couch-to-5k/
This episode is sponsored by the Run to the Finish Run Club! Use the code treadlightly to save $50 on a one-year subscription. The Virtual Run Club gives you access to running plans from both Laura and Amanda, strength training workouts, sport nutrition guidance, and more! You can sign up here: https://www.runtothefinish.com/online-running-group/
References:
Housh et al. (2016). Applied Exercise & Sport Physiology, 4th ed.
https://www.womensrunning.com/training/beginner/guide-starting-kids-running-safely/
PMID: 24427397