Race Weight For Runners - Does It Really Matter?

There is no magic number on the scale for a runner’s race weight that guarantees incredible performances. But does your race weight really make a difference? Coach Elizabeth breaks down in this video what race weight is, how to get to yours, and how your race weight effects your results. Each runner has his or her own ideal racing weight. In almost every case, a runner’s optimal racing weight is the lowest weight he or she can attain without overtraining or consuming too little energy to support optimal running performance and recovery.