Ep. 277 - The Walk / Run Gradient
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Ep. 277 - The Walk / Run Gradient

12:32 Jun 13, 2025
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At the gym the other day, someone asked me:“Got any advice for a fat guy who wants to start running… asking for a friend?” ?That sparked a convo about something I always teach runners—whether you’re training for your first 5K or your first 100-miler:? Start with walking.? Build from there.? Use the Walk/Run Gradient.In this episode, I’m breaking down my favorite strategy for building endurance without wrecking your body in the process. We’re talking about:Why walking workouts absolutely countWhat people get wrong about “time on feet”How to use the walk/run gradient to level up safelyWhy this applies to every distance, from 5K to 200MThis is the foundation I use with clients inside my She Runs Ultras coaching membership—and honestly? It works at every level.? Visual learner?Check out the gradient graphic on Instagram or Facebook [@sherunsultras]? And make sure you’re on my email list for a new membership option launching soon!It’s coaching support without the 1:1 price tag—and it’s coming at the end of the month!? JOIN THE MOBILITY INTENSIVE ?? GET THE FREE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT ?? CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ? FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM ? IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM
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