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Podcast: Fix My Running
Episode: Running in your Twilight Years | E1
Description: Considerations for "seasoned" runners
I started endurance running at age 58. I’m now 65 and run 8-10 full marathons and 10-15 half marathons annually plus a host of shorter distances with my kids and grandkids. As I was ramping up I don’t recall seeing much guidance on considerations that more “seasoned” individuals should factor in versus the younger crowd. I know I went down the minimalist track and paid dearly for it with shin and knee issues. Full cushion for this senior. Also, Fartleks and aggressive hill repeats can be injury-prone too and I think proper cadence is even...