350: Avoiding Training Mistakes: Fueling, Injury, and Loving the Run with Dr. Lisa Mitro

Dr. Lisa is a physical therapist and run coach that specializes in the prevention and treatment of running injuries, and has helped thousands of runners from across the globe. She's on a mission to inspire and educate runners of all experiences and ages so they can continue running pain free. She is a true believer that movement is medicine. This episode of the Real Life Runners podcast features an in-depth conversation with Dr. Lisa Mitro, a physical therapist and running coach specializing in preventing and treating running injuries. Dr. Mitro shares her running journey, beginning with running for stress relief in grad school to becoming a marathon runner. She discusses common mistakes runners make, including issues with pacing, fueling, and training, and how these contribute to performance and injury risks. Emphasizing the importance of moving at a slower pace, utilizing zone two heart rate training, and proper nutrition, Dr. Mitro reflects on how these strategies significantly improved her stamina, recovery, and overall enjoyment of running. The episode also touches on the mental adjustments required to adopt these healthier running habits and the surprising positive effects they can have on weight management and injury prevention.If you want to connect with Dr. Lisa Mitro, you can find her at the links below!Website: www.drlisadpt.comInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/dr.lisa.dpt/01:44 Dr. Lisa's Running Journey: From Stress Relief to Passion04:30 The Evolution of a Runner: Learning from Mistakes06:51 The Technical Side of Running Injuries and Training16:46 Turning Personal Challenges into Professional Motivation19:29 Revisiting the Basics: The Importance of Easy Running21:54 Discovering a New Approach: Slowing Down31:32 Fueling Strategies and Weight Loss Insights40:32 The Power of Mindset and Performance FocusGain access to my new secret podcast, Unbreakable: The Runner's Guide To Injury-Proofing Your Body After 40. Click here: https://www.realliferunners.com/secretJoin the Team! -->  https://www.realliferunners.com/team Thanks for Listening!!Be sure to hit FOLLOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast player Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one!Come find us on Instagram and say hi! Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.