
About this episode
What if I told you there was a way to simply relax and become a better athlete? Sure, you’d still need to actually train, but you could boost how far and how fast you could run simply by sitting?
It’s heat. Specifically in the form of hot baths, steam rooms, saunas, and hot tubs.
You’ll learn:
How various forms of heat can improve your health and performance
Why heat wins over cold for most injury treatment, and
Which is better for athletes, a hot tub or a sauna?
I’ll also share my personal experience with my hot tub and my new favorite activity, especially in the winter months.
Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plant-based nutrition.
If you need more help, you can order my book The Planted Runner: Running Your Best With Plant-Based Nutrition wherever you get books or request a copy from your local library.
Don’t forget to stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode for another Mental Strength Minute. Fortify your mind in 60 seconds or less.
LINKS:
If you’d like help directly from me, you can check out my freebies, personal coaching, and sign up for my PR Team at https://www.theplantedrunner.com/link.
For my recommendations of at-home equipment and other running products I recommend, check out my curated list on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner
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