Do you want to get your family, including spouse and kids, involved in running? In this episode, we share both evidence-based and practical tips for how to run with kids and family. 

Discussion points include: 

• What distances are appropriate for young kids?
• How to safely introduce your kids to running
• How to get your family involved in running
• Doing Turkey trots and other fun runs with your family

We also answer a listener's question on upper body soreness during long runs and races. 

Resources: https://www.runtothefinish.com/walking-a-5k/https://www.runtothefinish.com/couch-to-5k/

This episode is sponsored by the Run to the Finish Run Club! Use the code treadlightly to save $50 on a one-year subscription. The Virtual Run Club gives you access to running plans from both Laura and Amanda, strength training workouts, sport nutrition guidance, and more! You can sign up here: https://www.runtothefinish.com/online-running-group/

References: 

Housh et al. (2016). Applied Exercise & Sport Physiology, 4th ed. 

https://www.womensrunning.com/training/beginner/guide-starting-kids-running-safely/

PMID: 24427397