Body Composition Changes
Samuel and Elisabeth discuss how intense training can lead to body composition changes due to factors like inflammation and lack of proper recovery. They emphasize the importance of understanding individual responses to running and the impact of fueling the body correctly on body composition.In this clip
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The Running Explained Podcast
s4/e25 “Why Am I Gaining Weight During Marathon Training?” and Other Questions About Weight & Body Composition with Holley Samuel, RD
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