The 5 Biggest Mistakes Runners Make and How to Avoid Them

Want to learn the 5 biggest mistakes I've made as an ultra runner and how to avoid them? Well today,I am breaking down the 5 biggest mistakes I've seen (and made) along my running journey that you probably haven't even though of before.

The 5 biggest mistakes runner make include:

1. Picking the wrong shoes


2. Pushing mileage or speed too fast


3. Overlooking proper fueling


4. Skipping much-needed rest days


5. Not training on the right surfaces.  

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Links to things I discuss in the episode:

•  Born to Run (book by Christopher McDougal) - https://amzn.to/48mJaDk


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  Can’t Hurt Me (book by David Goggins) - https://amzn.to/4fhW2g2

  
  


•  Topo Athletic Mountain Racer 3 - https://amzn.to/48l9EVE


•  Topo Athletic Fli Lyte 5 - https://amzn.to/3YzacUL


•  Skratch Labs Super High Carb Hydration Powder (8+ servings) - https://amzn.to/3YMz2AN


•  Skratch Lab Energy Chews (10 pack) - https://amzn.to/4e1LErO

00:00 Introduction to the Athlete with Asthma Show

00:38 Biggest Mistake #1: Choosing the Wrong Running Shoes

02:00 My Personal Journey and Lessons Learned

03:12 Insights from the book "Born to Run"

04:59 Finding the Right Running Shoes for You

11:00 Biggest Mistake #2: Running Too Far or Too Fast Too Soon

25:10 The Three Pillars of Healthy Living

25:33 Personal Struggles and the Turning Point

26:40 Bigest Mistake #3: The Importance of Proper Fueling During Runs

31:22 Biggest Mistake #4: The Necessity of Rest Days

36:48 Biggest Mistake #5: Training on the Right Surface

47:33 Final Thoughts  

DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS MY OPINION AND IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER. PLEASE CONSULT A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER FOR GUIDANCE SPECIFIC TO YOUR CASE.