The Women's Running Lab

This episode of The Women’s Running Lab explores how to approach running while pregnant with both flexibility and strategy. Host Alison and guest Martina discuss managing the “athlete brain,” using r…

In this episode, host Alison Marie discusses how to strengthen the pelvic floor for running by explaining how pelvic floor health connects to posture, breathing, hip rotation, and foot mechanics. She…

This episode explores how training, performance, and recovery are deeply influenced by the nervous system and our ability to manage stress. Stress from both life and workouts can overload the body, s…

In this episode, Alison shares how a knee injury at camp inspired her to discuss shifting from the traditional RICE method (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) to the more modern PEACE & LOVE approach…

This episode offers a comprehensive guide to returning to running postpartum, outlining six key strategies to rebuild strength, movement quality, and impact readiness after pregnancy. Host Alison exp…

This episode explores the journey of running postpartum, with Alison sharing her personal struggles with incontinence, pain, and a premature return to running. Emphasizing that recovery is highly ind…

In this episode, host Alison dives into the science and strategy behind building running performance “from the ground up”—both literally and figuratively. She explains how consistent, progressive tra…

In this episode, Alison dives into the importance of squats for runners, highlighting how this foundational movement improves force production, coordination, and running mechanics. She explains that …

In this episode, host Alison Marie emphasizes the importance of stepping back from constant racing to focus on intentional base building as a critical foundation for long-term running progress. She e…

In this episode, Alison reflects on her recent half marathon success—finishing in 1:42:17 and winning her age group—achieved through a year of patient, low-volume running, strength training, and cons…

In this episode, Alison discusses the trend of walking backward on a treadmill at an incline to strengthen knees and reduce pain. While she acknowledges that this exercise may offer short-term benefi…

In this episode, host Alison explores the popular advice for midlife women—especially runners—to “lift heavy” and breaks down the science and strategy behind it. She explains that while lifting heavy…

In this episode, host Alison introduces the Women's Running Lab and the mission of the Women's Running Academy, explaining why her coaching is tailored specifically for women. She emphasizes that eff…

 In this episode of the Women's Running Lab podcast, host Alison Marie dives deep into the role of strength training for runners across different race distances. She explains why strength training is…

In this episode, Alison discusses the benefits of strength training for runners, including improved running economy, injury resilience, and long-term bone and connective tissue health. She outlines s…

In this episode, Alison introduces the concept of understanding running from both a physiological and practical perspective, using her own recent personal experiences as a foundation. She shares a st…

In this episode, Alison explores the biomechanics of running, focusing on gait analysis and form cues. She emphasizes that runners shouldn't try to consciously alter their running mechanics mid-run, …

In this episode, host Alison focuses on a personal story rather than running. She shares the story of her daughter, Charlotte Grace, who was diagnosed with Trisomy 13, a rare genetic condition often …

 This episode begins with host Alison introducing the Women's Running Lab, emphasizing the importance of understanding running science and applying it effectively. She challenges the misconception th…

In this episode, Alison focuses on the importance of patience and consistency in running to prevent injuries and improve performance. She explains that impatience, rather than biomechanics or strengt…