Episode 58: Running for Weight Loss Myths, Boston Marathon Changes & What It Means to Get Out-Kicked
Can you lose weight and still fuel your running well? In this episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis separate fact from fiction as they tackle some of the biggest myths about running for weight loss.
They also explain what it means to get out-kicked in a race, break down the Boston Marathon's new qualifying lottery beginning in 2027, discuss the recent conversations surrounding runner safety after a Central Park e-bike crash, and celebrate Claire's exciting announcement that she'll be running the 2027 London Marathon.
In This Episode
What Does That Even Mean?
- What it means to get out-kicked
- Why finishing speed matters in racing
- How runners develop a stronger finishing kick
Running News
- Boston Marathon adds a new lottery for qualified runners beginning in 2027
- What the updated Boston qualifying process means for runners chasing a BQ
- The Central Park e-bike collision and the growing conversation around runner safety
- Claire shares the exciting news that she's officially running the 2027 London Marathon
Deep Dive: Running for Weight Loss Myths
- Should runners cut carbs to lose weight?
- Does running more always lead to more weight loss?
- Why the scale may go up when you start training
- Does a lighter body automatically make you a faster runner?
- Why strength training, recovery, and proper fueling matter
- Better ways to measure progress beyond the number on the scale
Key Takeaways
✅ Fuel your running instead of fearing carbohydrates.
✅ Consistency beats extreme training plans.
✅ Weight isn't the only measure of progress.
✅ Strong, healthy runners perform better than under-fueled runners.
✅ Sustainable habits create lasting fitness and long-term health.
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