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The Women's Running Lab

Alison Marie, PhD

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Forme & Santé

Fréquence : 1 épisode/10j. Total Éps: 58

Welcome to the Women’s Running Lab Podcast. I’m your host, Alison Marie teacher, coach and self proclaimed running nerd. Here you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the physics and physiology of running and what that means for your body and your training. We are going to get nerdy, but we are also going to break it down into the simplest form of what actually works AND in a way that you can consistently do it.

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E53 - How to Start Running When You're Starting Over

Épisode 53

mardi 6 janvier 2026 • Durée 25:38

In this episode, Alison returns to the podcast after a long break to share a year that went from big running PRs to a sidelining knee injury, a full-time return to teaching, and a much-needed reset. She reflects on stepping away from performance pressure and social media, finding more balance, and easing back into running with a healthier mindset. The heart of the episode is a clear, doable guide to starting running from scratch: build strength first, then use a patient, milestone-based run–walk plan that focuses on time on your feet before speed. Along the way, Alison encourages listeners to check their ego, listen to their bodies, and celebrate small wins. The takeaway is simple and empowering—sustainable running, especially in your 40s, is about consistency, strength, and enjoying the process, not rushing the pace.

Resources Mentioned:

Shoe Criteria Blog: https://www.alisonmariephd.com/blog/Running-Shoes-or-Barefoot
Link to WRA membership: https://www.alisonmariephd.com/womens-running-academy-membership

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E52 - All Runners’ Essential Needs: Sustainable Base Training for Runners

Épisode 52

mardi 23 septembre 2025 • Durée 24:08

In this episode of the Women’s Running Lab podcast, host Alison introduces a “runner’s hierarchy of needs,” modeled after Maslow’s pyramid, to explain how athletes can progress toward their full potential. She emphasizes that true success begins with a self-care version of base training for runners—focusing on consistency, recovery, sleep, fueling, and nutrition—before layering in smart volume management, keeping easy runs truly easy, and gradually adding purposeful pacing and strength training. Higher levels of the pyramid include refining biomechanics, improving running economy, building stress resilience, and practicing breath work, all while maintaining adaptability over perfection. Alison highlights how her Women’s Running Academy Intensive helps runners apply this framework, learn their body’s language, and take ownership of their training to run stronger, healthier, and with more joy.

Resources Mentioned:

Women’s Running Academy Intensive: A 12-week group mentorship program to help female runners ditch the cycle of injury and burn out through understanding their body on a deeper level. Take the reins of your training and continue to perform confidently while feeling great long-term.

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E43 - Running Performance Is Built From the Ground Up—Literally and Figuratively

Épisode 43

mardi 24 juin 2025 • Durée 20:20

In this episode, host Alison dives into the science and strategy behind building running performance “from the ground up”—both literally and figuratively. She explains how consistent, progressive training lays the foundation for long-term gains, while strength, coordination, and tendon health help the body store and transform energy through ground reaction forces. By breaking down key movement skills—like posture alignment, single-leg stability, rotational control, and proper hip-to-knee extension—Alison shows how strength training, especially with plyometrics and isometrics, can improve running efficiency and reduce injury risk. With a blend of physics, physiology, and practical coaching, this episode makes a compelling case for training your relationship with the ground so you can run stronger—and fly.

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E42 - Squats for Runners: Stronger Strides Start Here

Épisode 42

mardi 17 juin 2025 • Durée 21:58

In this episode, Alison dives into the importance of squats for runners, highlighting how this foundational movement improves force production, coordination, and running mechanics. She explains that effective squatting—particularly through the often-overlooked mid-range—requires proper foot pronation, hip internal rotation, and a stacked body position. By mastering these elements, runners can enhance stability, strength, and stride efficiency.

Resources Mentioned:

Glute Accelerator: A 7 Day Crash Course on Building Strong Glutes for Female Runners
Women’s Running Academy Membership: Smart, female centered, run supportive strength training month after month. With the Women’s Running Academy Membership you can successfully continue to strength train year round in a way that is supportive of your running and long term health.
Squat Wedgiez: My favorite wedges for squatting.

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E41 - Base Training: Your Best Defense Against Injury and Burnout

Épisode 41

mardi 10 juin 2025 • Durée 21:53

In this episode, host Alison Marie emphasizes the importance of stepping back from constant racing to focus on intentional base building as a critical foundation for long-term running progress. She explains that frequent racing can lead to excessive stress, inadequate recovery, and stalled development, while consistent base phases—focused on easy running, gradual mileage increases, and foundational habits like strength training, sleep, and nutrition—build the aerobic fitness and structural resilience needed for effective race-specific training. Alison shares clear signs that a runner is ready to move beyond base building, including stable mileage, good recovery, and mental readiness, and encourages viewing training as a series of purposeful seasons to support sustainable growth and performance.

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E40 - Crush PRs and Prevent Injury with Sustainable and Holistic Training

Épisode 40

mardi 27 mai 2025 • Durée 29:53

In this episode, Alison reflects on her recent half marathon success—finishing in 1:42:17 and winning her age group—achieved through a year of patient, low-volume running, strength training, and consistent fueling. She introduces the Women’s Running Academy, a holistic training plan for women runners that emphasizes sustainable progress through tailored strength and running programs, education on female physiology, and a flexible approach to training. Designed to help women avoid burnout, prevent injury, and train with purpose, the academy offers structured support, community access, and expert guidance for runners looking to stay strong and healthy for the long haul.

Resources Mentioned:

Women’s Running Academy Membership: Smart, female centered, run supportive strength training month after month. With the Women’s Running Academy Membership you can successfully continue to strength train year round in a way that is supportive of your running and long term health. (Enrollment opened May 21 - May 30th)

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E39 - The Real Benefits of Walking Backward—and Why Quick Fixes Fail Runners

Épisode 39

mardi 20 mai 2025 • Durée 15:29

In this episode, Alison discusses the trend of walking backward on a treadmill at an incline to strengthen knees and reduce pain. While she acknowledges that this exercise may offer short-term benefits, such as improving foot mechanics and providing a novel stimulus to the quads, she emphasizes that it should be part of a broader strength training routine for lasting results. Alison critiques the pervasive idea of quick-fix exercises, arguing that consistent, progressive strength training with exercises like squats and lunges is more effective for long-term knee health and overall performance. She highlights the importance of building a strong foundation through regular strength training, tailored to each runner's needs, to avoid injury and achieve sustainable progress.

Resources Mentioned:

Women’s Running Academy Membership: Smart, female centered, run supportive strength training month after month. With the Women’s Running Academy Membership you can successfully continue to strength train year round in a way that is supportive of your running and long term health. (Enrollment opened May 21 - May 30th)

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E38 - Muscles, Mechanics, & Menopause: Designing Weight Routines for Women Runners

Épisode 38

mardi 13 mai 2025 • Durée 23:58

In this episode, host Alison explores the popular advice for midlife women—especially runners—to “lift heavy” and breaks down the science and strategy behind it. She explains that while lifting heavy can support muscle retention, bone density, metabolic health, and running performance during perimenopause and menopause, the real key is lifting to failure for maximum muscle fiber recruitment. Alison emphasizes that lifting heavy is often promoted because it requires less training volume, which pairs better with running, and also empowers women to shift focus from being small to being strong. However, she acknowledges that it may not feel good for everyone due to anatomical factors such as a narrow pelvic and rib cage structure, which can affect core engagement, internal rotation, and force production. The episode highlights the importance of building a strong foundation first, and introduces the Women's Running Academy as a resource for female runners to develop the necessary biomechanics and strength safely and effectively.

Resources Mentioned:

Women’s Running Academy Membership: Smart, female centered, run supportive strength training month after month. With the Women’s Running Academy Membership you can successfully continue to strength train year round in a way that is supportive of your running and long term health. (Enrollment opened May 21 - May 30th)

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E37 - Run Like a Woman: Physiology, Power, and the Patriarchy in Women's Running

Épisode 37

mardi 6 mai 2025 • Durée 26:36

In this episode, host Alison introduces the Women's Running Lab and the mission of the Women's Running Academy, explaining why her coaching is tailored specifically for women. She emphasizes that effective training must consider not only female-specific biomechanics—such as pelvic shape, muscle mass, and connective tissue laxity—but also physiological factors like the menstrual cycle, perimenopause, PCOS, and the importance of proper fueling. Alison advocates for cycle awareness rather than rigid syncing, and stresses strength training to support performance and prevent injury. Beyond the physical, she explores the broader social context women navigate, including body image pressures, emotional labor, safety concerns, and historical exclusion from sport and research. The Academy is presented as both a science-based training program and a supportive, inclusive community that empowers women—cis and trans alike—to reclaim their autonomy, show up fully for themselves, and pursue their goals with confidence.

Resources Mentioned:

Women’s Running Academy Membership: Smart, female centered, run supportive strength training month after month. With the Women’s Running Academy Membership you can successfully continue to strength train year round in a way that is supportive of your running and long term health. (Enrollment opened May 21 - May 30th)

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E36 - How Strength Training for Runners Powers Performance at Every Training Phase

Épisode 36

mardi 29 avril 2025 • Durée 21:07

In this episode of the Women's Running Lab podcast, host Alison Marie dives deep into the role of strength training for runners across different race distances. She explains why strength training is essential not just for performance, but also for long-term health, especially for female athletes. Alison shares how to adjust your strength training strategy based on your race goals and training season, and introduces her Women's Running Academy program designed to help women build and maintain strength consistently alongside their running. Enrollment for the Academy opens May 21st!

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