The Science of Running: What Happens to Your Body When You Run

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The Science of Running: What Happens to Your Body When You Run

Explore the exhilarating journey of running as we delve into the intricate physiological processes that occur from your first step to reaching marathon milestones. This series unravels the mysteries behind how your body functions, adapts, and sometimes falters during running, and provides insights into optimizing performance and safety.

9 episodes1h 3min total

What you'll learn

Course outline

Episode 1: Introduction to the Science of Running

Start your journey by understanding why running is more than just a physical activity. Discover the essentials of how your body adapts to running, setting the stage for d...

Episode 2: Your Muscles in Motion

Discover how your muscles engage during a run. We'll explore the roles of major muscle groups and how they work together, driving you forward step by step.

Episode 3: The Heart of a Runner

Uncover the vital role your cardiovascular system plays while running. This episode sheds light on heart rate dynamics, endurance building, and the essential function of...

Episode 4: Running on Air: The Respiratory System

Learn about the significance of your lungs and breathing technique in running. This episode explores the impact of oxygen intake on performance and how efficient breathin...

Episode 5: Fueling the Run: Metabolism and Nutrition

Dive into the importance of proper nutrition and its role in fueling your runs. This episode covers energy metabolism, the impact of diet on performance, and practical nu...

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