September 13, 2025
Running for Weight Loss: What an Dietitian Wants You to Know with Lydia Nader-Urdiales
Tread Lightly Running PodcastAbout this episode
After receiving many questions about weight loss for runners, we decided to bring on a performance dietitian to discuss this delicate topic. Lydia Nader-Urdiales is a registered dietitian who has worked with runners on their performance and body composition goals - and is a runner herself. She discusses how weight loss can be achieved without spiking your injury risk or sacrificing your performance - and some of this discussion may surprise you. Thank you to our sponsors: ✨ Upstep: Custom orthotics, molded from the comfort of your home. Use code RUNTOTHEFINISH at https://www.upstep.com/?ref=cajmuang for $20 off your purchase. ✨ Previnex : Previnex creates clinically effective, third-party tested supplements made with high-quality ingredients, including Muscle Health Plus (creatine). Use the code treadlightly for 15% off your first order at previnex.com In this episode, you will learn: ✅ Body positivity and body neutrality ✅ Can you lose weight while training for a marathon? ✅ How to safely approach weight loss as a runner ✅ Why you still need to fuel your runs even if weight loss is a goal ✅ Why do some runners gain weight during marathon training? (Hint: it’s not always fat mass gain) ✅ How to know if you are in too deep of a caloric deficit ✅ Does running help or hinder weight loss? ✅ Should runners consider using GLP-1 medications? ✅ Common mistakes to avoid for weight loss/management About our guest: 🔗 Connect with Lydia at https://fuelwithnader.com/ 🔗 Follow Lydia on IG at @fuelwithnader Let’s stay connected: ➡️ Tread Lightly Running Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treadlightlyrunning/ ➡️ Laura Norris Running on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauranorrisrunning/ ➡️ Hundreds of evidence-based training tips on Laura’s website: https://lauranorrisrunning.com/ ➡️ Run to the Finish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runtothefinish/?hl=en ➡️ Thousands of running gear reviews and training guides: https://runtothefinish.com/