Feeling unusually tired, finding your runs harder than they used to be, or struggling to improve your iron levels despite taking a supplement?
In this episode, we’re talking about iron, why it matters for running performance, and why addressing low iron can involve more than simply taking a supplement and hoping for the best.
We discuss why runners can be at higher risk of iron deficiency, what blood tests can tell us, and how fueling, absorption, and iron losses all fit into the bigger picture. I also share practical ways to include more iron-rich foods and what to consider with your healthcare provider if supplementation isn’t moving the needle.
If iron has been an ongoing struggle for you—or you’re wondering whether it could be affecting your running—this episode will help you understand what questions to ask and where to start.
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