Why Chasing Your “Ideal Race Weight” Might Actually Backfire

Have you heard of the concept of “ideal race weight” and tried
working towards it or wondering if it could help improve your
running?


In short, your “ideal race weight” is the optimal balance between
enough muscle strength to provide power for your stride with as
little “unnecessary” weight as possible. 


But, is it possible that chasing an ideal race weight can
actually backfire? In this in-depth episode, Coach Claire breaks
down…


The science of race weight

How losing weight while training can backfire on physical and
mental health as well as performance

The metrics and strategies that matter far more than getting
ultra lean



If you’ve struggled with your weight and running performance,
this is a must listen.
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