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How to Become a Runner in 2025—You just need to start!

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How to Become a Runner in 2025—You just need to start!

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RunningRunning On Carbs PodcastCoach Val

You don't need fancy gear, a perfect body, or speedy paces to be a runner. You just need to start. 👟

In this week's episode of the Running on Carbs Podcast, I'm breaking down exactly what you DO and DON'T need to begin your running journey. Spoiler alert: it's way less than you think! 🎧 New episode out now!

Catch episode 41 of the Running on Carbs Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or right here on YouTube every Thursday. .

About Coach Val:
I’m the owner of Running On Carbs; an online, plant-based run coaching and nutritional support company that helps busy women race and train for life and sport in their masters years.

Certs:
Certified run coach with RRCA and UESCA
NCCPT Certified Personal Trainer
Fitness Nutrition Coach specializing in plant-based/vegan lifestyle

About the Podcast:
The Running on Carbs Podcast is a weekly podcast that delves deep into topics on running, starting and refining a plant-based way of eating and holistic practices for health and performance. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and all popular streaming platforms.

If you need help or guidance starting or refining your plant-based diet to support your active lifestyle, or if you want to explore run coaching with Running on Carbs, reach out to me through my Linktr.ee in the bio.

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