EP 27: How to Off-Season Like a Boss & Become a Stronger Runner

Elisabeth founded Running Explained to help runners of all levels understand the how, what, and why of this incredible sport so we can get faster, run longer, and enjoy every step with smart, science-driven training.Her training & coaching philosophy is about building a strong aerobic base, fostering consistency through smart training habits, and focusing on whole-athlete development. She believes in helping runners enjoy the process and find a way to make running fit into their lives, not the other way around. Whether you're looking to break the cycle of training burnout, run your first half or full marathon, or hit a specific time goal in races from 5k to marathons and even multi-race weekends, she's here to help you every step of the way!In this episode we chat about:What is an off-season really?!?Applying the science to the people she works withNew marathoner vs. experienced marathonerHow to not freak out about ‘losing fitness’What happens to your body during and after a marathon?How to navigate downtime without training structure?What can be gained from taking an ‘off-season’Coaching tips for those struggling with taking time off post-raceWhy soreness shouldn’t be a guide for recovery after your raceStrength training in off-seasonWhat should a general post-race return to run timeline look like?And so much more!Research article referenced: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9141560/Follow Elisabeth: https://www.instagram.com/runningexplainedLearn More About Elisabeth: www.runningexplained.comFollow Stevie: https://www.instagram.com/stevielynlyn/Learn More About Stevie: https://stevielynrd.com/