Dear Runner Bod,

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Dear Runner Bod is a podcast hosted by anti-diet running dietitian & body image coach, Serena Marie RD. Dear Runner Bod’s mission is to empower females to embrace their body as a runner’s body no matter their level of fitness, shape or size. I am hoping to interview experts in the running community who can provide advice on how to cultivate health, fitness, resiliency and self-compassion as a female runner.

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Running in the First Trimester: Tips & Tricks!

May 13 2024 44 mins

I am sharing first trimester nutrition and how it impacts training and running. I share my experience during my first trimester. I talk about hydration, morning sickness, the importance of protein, snacking, food aversions and more! Training in the heat sucks, but my free Hack Your Hydration masterclass can help! If you have questions about this episode, DM on Instagram @runnergirl

Yes, you can wear "just" the sports bra if you want!!

May 05 2024 37 mins

The weather is heating up here in the Northeast and it is time to start wearing just the sports bra on my runs. I am giving you a sneak peek on this episode of what my clients get during our Better Body Image Happy Hours. We talk about reevaluating your thoughts around your body. Its about changing your relationship with your body so it is more neutral. I give you some strategies o

Pelvic Floor Therapy is for MORE THAN just Mother Runners with Dr Victoria Clement

Apr 28 2024 46 mins

I am talking with Dr. Victoria Clement, she is a physical therapist that specializes in pelvic floor, perinatal, and orthopedic/athlete rehab in the Philadelphia area. She has a special place in her heart for patients who are expecting so she went on to complete birth doula training to effectively teach others how to use their body biomechanics to have a better labor and postpartum

Running in Hot and Humid Temps: What You Need to Know

Apr 21 2024 38 mins

Why does running in hot and humid weather make perceived effort feel so much harder? I am talking about hot weather and humid running. I give you tips on how to help your body acclimate when the weather starts to warm up. I dive into some hydration tips that you can implement while training in the heat and humid and share why electrolytes are so important for your summer running. T

Runners Who Lift: The What, Why & How

Apr 14 2024 52 mins

Let's talk about running and lifting. I talk about how lifting can help your nervous system and how it can make you a better runner. I share my current experiences with lifting heavy and what I am doing to reduce soreness from lifting. Want to learn more about Eat Like An Athlete Bootcamp? Click here! Interested in trying Soul CBD? Use my code serena to get 30% off! Don't forget to

Finding Joy in Training with Dr Victoria Sekely

Apr 08 2024 42 mins

I talk with Dr. Victoria Sekely, she is dedicated to helping runners of all levels by using her skills and knowledge to assist runners who are rehabbing from an injury, interested in injury prevention, and/or looking to improve their training with custom running programs. Victoria and I are talking about how to unlearn perfectionism in running. She shares her journey with this and

Is it ever helpful to track your calories?

Mar 31 2024 34 mins

Do you wonder if you are eating enough? You might be thinking you should start tracking your calories. In this episode, I talk about the calorie tracking equations you can find on Google, nutrition labels and how they might not be as helpful for you. There are other things to focus on in order to make sure we are eating enough, I give you some tips on what you can do instead. I tal

A response to Oprah's Weight Loss Special

Mar 24 2024 51 mins

I have a lot of thoughts and feelings about this special. Let's talk about the science behind the weight loss injections as well as what Oprah had to say. I am giving you my perspective as a registered dietitian. I would love to talk to you more about this episode! DM me on Instagram @serenamarierd Want to try Lagoon Pillows? Take their sleep quiz here. Use code serenamarierd to ge

A Body Neutral Personal Trainer's Take on "Composition Body Scans" with Sam Christy, RD, ACSM

Mar 18 2024 44 mins

I am bringing Sam Christy back on the pod for this episode! Sam is a registered dietitian, body-neutral personal trainer, and founder of Triple A Wellness in Cleveland, Ohio whose mission is to empower people to live their best lives through movement and balanced nutritional practices. We are talking about my personal trainer assessment (episode 53) and getting her perspective on i

Go get yourself some 'empty calories'

Mar 11 2024 26 mins

I keep hearing people talk about empty calories. So we are going to talk about what it means and how it is helping you or not helping you. I also tell what a running dietitian thinks of empty calories. Ready for some new socks? Check out Sock Guy and use my code serena20 for 20% off your order! Want to talk more about this episode? DM me on Instagram @serenamarierd