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    Tread Lightly Running Podcast

    Tread Lightly Running Podcast

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    The Tread Lightly Running Podcast provides data-driven, evidence-based running advice in a practical, accessible, and inclusive manner. . You'll learn about how to run faster, marathon training, the latest fueling science, how to prevent running injury, and more. Tread Lightly Running Podcast is co-hosted by Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris, MSc. Together, they have over 20 years of coaching experience and have helped thousands of runners reach their goals through 1:1 coaching and group training. They've appeared in Runner's World, SELF, NPR, Outside, and other major media.

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    Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris

    How To Race On A Budget (Because Running is Not Cheap)

    How To Race On A Budget (Because Running is Not Cheap)

    May 2, 2026
    34m

    Running for exercise can be cheap, but running for performance and participating in races can be expensive. Maybe you are also weary of the wastefulness of influencer culture and want to know how to purchase fewer things and make your gear last longer. In this episode, we share our advice on how to race on a budget, from gear to fuel and more.


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    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    ✅ How to save money when signing up for races

    ✅ Recommendations for sport nutrition products on a budget

    ✅ How to make your running gear last longer

    ✅ How to save money on running shoes

    ✅ Where to look for affordable training plans


    Tread Lightly Running is hosted and researched by Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris, MSc. Production, show notes, and graphics by Laura Norris.


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