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Benefits of A Warm Up For Runners

April 22, 2024 Katherine Campbell Episode 68
Benefits of A Warm Up For Runners
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Benefits of A Warm Up For Runners
Apr 22, 2024 Episode 68
Katherine Campbell


As a run coach, one of the most common questions I get from new runners is if its really necessary to do a warm up before their run, and if so, what is a good warm up that they should do? So, in this episode, I have Laura Norris here to talk about the importance of completing a warm up before your run and why you should start incorporating them into your pre-run routine. 

00:00
Introduction and Importance of Warmup

03:33
Benefits of a Warmup

08:10
Structure of a Warmup

13:30
Static Stretching and Warmup Duration

26:38
Personal Warmup Routines

34:04
Advice for New Runners

37:44
Conclusion and Contact Information



About Laura
Laura Norris is the owner and coach behind Laura Norris Running. She recently earned her Master of Science in Applied Exercise Science. She is a certified personal trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, a certified sports nutritionist through the International Society of Sport Nutrition, and a certified running coach through RRCA and VDOT. She practices evidence-based coaching blended with a holistic treatment of the athlete as an individual. In her 7+ years of coaching, she's coached over 400 runners, from first-time racers to podium finishers. She is also the co-host of the Tread Lightly podcast. She lives in Colorado with her husband, daughter, and two dogs. Laura's hobbies and interests include running, hiking, NYT world puzzles, Taylor Swift music, and sci-fi/action/fantasy movies and books.

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Show Notes


As a run coach, one of the most common questions I get from new runners is if its really necessary to do a warm up before their run, and if so, what is a good warm up that they should do? So, in this episode, I have Laura Norris here to talk about the importance of completing a warm up before your run and why you should start incorporating them into your pre-run routine. 

00:00
Introduction and Importance of Warmup

03:33
Benefits of a Warmup

08:10
Structure of a Warmup

13:30
Static Stretching and Warmup Duration

26:38
Personal Warmup Routines

34:04
Advice for New Runners

37:44
Conclusion and Contact Information



About Laura
Laura Norris is the owner and coach behind Laura Norris Running. She recently earned her Master of Science in Applied Exercise Science. She is a certified personal trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, a certified sports nutritionist through the International Society of Sport Nutrition, and a certified running coach through RRCA and VDOT. She practices evidence-based coaching blended with a holistic treatment of the athlete as an individual. In her 7+ years of coaching, she's coached over 400 runners, from first-time racers to podium finishers. She is also the co-host of the Tread Lightly podcast. She lives in Colorado with her husband, daughter, and two dogs. Laura's hobbies and interests include running, hiking, NYT world puzzles, Taylor Swift music, and sci-fi/action/fantasy movies and books.

Connect with Laura 

Connect with Dr. Kat