There’s no shortage of advice out there about how to lose weight. Just eat less, run more, count your calories, cut carbs, do a cleanse, go vegan, try keto—the list goes on and on. But how much of this advice actually works? And more importantly, how much of it works long term, especially for runners? In this episode of the podcast, I’m digging into some of the most common—and most misunderstood—ideas around weight loss. We’re talking about what’s true, what’s total BS, and how to take a more realistic, sustainable approach to getting leaner and stronger. So if you’ve ever felt confused or frustrated trying to figure out the “right” way to lose weight, you are definitely not alone. This is Episode 291: Common Weight Loss Myths Debunked, and my goal is to help you see through the hype so you can finally start making real progress.

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Mental toughness is one of the most powerful tools you can develop as a runner — and also one of the most overlooked. Physical training is important, sure. But if you don’t also train your mindset, you’ll keep hitting the same walls over and over again. You’ll quit when things get hard, you’ll doubt yourself when you need confidence most, and you’ll never quite reach your true potential. In this episode of the Running Lean podcast, I’m sharing the 3 Keys to Building Mental Toughness for Endurance Athletes. These are the exact strategies I use in my own training and with every runner I coach. If you want to run stronger, go longer, and finally stop giving up when the going gets tough, this one’s for you.

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Let’s be real—eating healthy can feel like a total drag sometimes, especially when all your favorite foods seem to be off-limits. But what if I told you that you don’t have to give up everything you love in order to eat healthy, lose fat, and still feel totally satisfied? In this episode of the Running Lean podcast, I’m sharing 10 Food Swaps to Help You Eat Healthier (Without Hating Your Life). These aren’t bland or boring substitutions either—these are low-carb, whole food alternatives that taste amazing and will actually leave you feeling full and energized. If you’re a runner who’s been struggling to stay on track with your eating, this episode will show you that healthy eating doesn’t have to suck. You’ll learn how to make small, sustainable changes that can lead to big results—without feeling like you’re on a sad, restrictive diet.

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