Episode 73: The Truth About Weight and Endurance Performance

The Endurance Athlete Journey · Mar 5, 2026 · 1h 27m

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Summary:

In Episode 73, Coach Justin and Coach Katie explore one of the most misunderstood topics in endurance sports: the role of body weight in performance. Athletes often hear that being lighter will make them faster—but the reality is far more complex.

Drawing from coaching experience, sports nutrition science, and personal stories from their own athletic journeys, Justin and Katie unpack the difference between weight, body composition, and durability. They discuss why focusing solely on the number on the scale can lead athletes down a dangerous path of under-fueling…