Marathon Handbook Podcast · Episode 2 · July 23, 2026 · 1 hr 21 min

Our 8 Tips for Running in the Heat

It's hot everywhere right now, so Michael, Alex, and Katelyn are breaking down 8 science-backed (and battle-tested) hacks for running in extreme heat and humidity. From heat acclimatization and dew point pacing to pre-cooling tricks, electrolyte hydration, and knowing the warning signs of heat exhaustion vs. heat stroke, this episode covers everything you need to train safely through a heat wave. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:52 Send Us Your Questions for Brad Stulberg 4:44 Sponsor: Lagoon Pillow 6:24 8 Hacks for Running in Heat: Overview 15:53 Hack 1: Embrace the Heat (Acclimatization) 24:05 Hack 2: Run by Feel (Dew Point) 36:39 Sponsor: Marathon Handbook Run Club 40:03 Hack 3: Pre-Cool Before Running 45:28 Hack 4: Hydrate With Electrolytes 53:57 Hack 5: Time It Right 1:01:36 Hack 6: Dress for Physics 1:07:24 Hack 7: Target Your Hotspots 1:10:13 Hack 8: Recognize Heat Illness 1:15:32 Bonus: Build Your Own Pace Calculator SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: Lagoon pillows help us sleep better, so we run better. Want to try? You can save 15% with code MARATHON. Go to https://LagoonSleep.com/marathonhandbook and take the 2-minute sleep quiz to find your match. Join Marathon Handbook’s RunClub for access to our members-only podcast, training plans, community rooms, merch and more: https://marathonhandbook.com/runclub Shop Marathon Handbook merch: https://store.marathonhandbook.com Whether you're training for a fall marathon, running ultras in tropical heat, or just trying to survive your daily run this summer, these tips will help you run smarter — not just tougher — in the heat. Got a question for our upcoming guest, author Brad Stulberg? Drop it in the comments or send it our way, details below! https://marathonhandbook.com/how-brad-stulbergs-books-on-excellence-inspired-kipchoges-and-sawes-marathon-world-records/ #RunningTips #HeatTraining #MarathonTraining ]]>