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EPISODE · Mar 8, 2025 · 35 MIN

Ketones, Sodium Bicarb, and Other Supplements for Runners

from Tread Lightly Running Podcast · host Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris

Ketones, bicarb, creatine, and more - there are more supplements for runners on the market now more than ever. We discuss some of the most popular supplements for runners, including the research, potential benefits, risks, and more. In this episode, you’ll learn about:Branched chain amino acids (BCAAs)Ketone monoester supplementationSodium bicarbonate (“bicarb”) supplementsBlack currant supplementsCreatine for runnersThis episode is general guidance. Please consult a medical profession for individual guidance when selecting supplements. This episode is sponsored by Previnex! Previnex creates clinically effective supplements made with high-quality ingredients. Their Muscle Health Plus contains third-party tested creatine monohydrate, BCAAs, and other ingredients to reduce muscle soreness and improve muscle mass and strength. Use the code treadlightly for 15% off your first order at previnex.com.References: PMID: 28638350PMID: 20386134PMID: 38625669PMID: 16365087PMID: 37185454PMID: 31730565PMID: 32269653PMID: 31699159PMID: 31039280PMID: 37565450PMID: 38612966PMID: 39068627PMID: 34756350PMID: 34503527PMID: 33487131PMID: 34470913PMID: 29619595PMID: 32460873PMID: 37096381Jeukendrup & Gleeson. (2016) Sport Nutrition, 3rd edition. Human Kinetics. https://examine.com/research-feed/study/dxqRN1/?srsltid=AfmBOooIOe4LpwUVPkqXLZSANqWymBfJWWTWZ2GG9owMPcFNMr_QLpRe💻 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lauranorrisrunning.com and runtothefinish.com for thousands of free articles on all things running, from training tips to gear reviews. 🎙️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow and comment on Spotify. If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend! 👉 Follow us @treadlightlyrunning @runtothefinish and @lauranorrisrunning on Instagram!

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