Episode 125: Postpartum Return-to-Run, Training Through Stress, and Letting Go of Data
About this episode
This episode discusses the impact of stress on training, the benefits of unstructured sessions, and Katie's postpartum return-to-run journey.
In this episode, we start by diving into the often-overlooked role of stress in training, explore how high stress shows up physically, why tuning into your nervous system matters, and how to adjust training when things feel off. From there, we discuss the benefits of stepping away from data-driven training and using trails or unstructured sessions to reconnect with effort and flow. We also touch on practical reminders about hydration as the seasons shift and the importance of training for experience, not just fitness—whether that’s dialing in pacing, fueling, or race-day logistics. Finally, Katie shares an in-depth look at her postpartum return-to-run journey, breaking down how approached training with patience, intentionality, and support. Check it out! To view extended show notes for this episode, visit: theendurancedrive.com/podcast To share feedback or ask questions to be featured on a future episode, please use this form or email: Katie@TheEnduranceDrive.com.
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