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EPISODE · Apr 18, 2025 · 31 MIN

277. Runners: Stop Trying to Lose Weight! Do This Instead.

from Running Lean · host Patrick McGilvray

If you’re constantly chasing the scale, thinking weight loss will make you faster or fitter, this one’s for you. I’m flipping the script on the outdated belief that lighter always means better. In this episode, I’ll dive into why focusing on body weight can actually hold you back—and what you should prioritize instead to boost your running performance, strength, and overall health. Whether you’re a new runner or a seasoned athlete, it’s time to rethink the goal of weight loss and train smarter. Free Fat Loss Training for Runners If you’re a runner and you struggle to lose fat, then I have just the thing to help you get started on the right track. I put together a brand-new, fun (and free) training just for you called “5 Simple Steps to Becoming a Leaner, Stronger Runner” I will teach you how to lose fat the RIGHT way and keep it off for good…without running a million miles a week! Here are a few things that you’ll learn in this in-depth training… Why running more and eating less is not an effective way to lose fat The one thing runners don’t do when trying to lose fat The best fuel to use to improve your endurance and your fat loss The mindset shifts required to make these changes last for life The surprising key to losing weight and keeping it off for good And so much more… You will learn how to crush your weight loss goals AND your running goals directly from me – The Weight Loss Coach for Runners. If you’re ready to get leaner and stronger, run faster and longer, and become the healthiest, most badass version of yourself, then you need to check out this free training now! The post 277. Runners: Stop Trying to Lose Weight! Do This Instead. appeared first on Running Lean with Patrick McGilvray.

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