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Small Gains: The Inclusive Strength and Running Podcast

Small Gains: The Inclusive Strength and Running Podcast

By: Lucinda Livingstone
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Hey! I’m Lucinda (they/them), and welcome to Small Gains—the inclusive strength and running podcast where we celebrate progress over perfection and chase intentional, incremental gains in our strength and running.

Here, we believe small, consistent steps lead to big transformations—in our training, lifestyle, and overall well-being.

I’m here to bring the alternative and LGBTQIA+ communities accessible fitness advice and guidance for ALL bodies.

You’ll find me sharing evidence-based tips and insights on balancing strength training and running through hybrid fitness—on your terms. No hustle or grind culture here.

At Small Gains, we take a holistic approach to training—from gym intimidation and nutrition struggles to mindset, body image, neurodiversity, and mental health.

If you’ve always felt like a bit of an outcast in fitness spaces, this will 100% be your flavour.

Find me on Instagram at @lucinda_fuzzcultureclub

On TikTok at @fuzzcultureclub

To learn more about my coaching options or get in touch with me directly, head to fuzzcultureclub.com.

Lucinda Livingstone 2025
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Episodes
  • E76: Running Shoe Deep Dive with Good Time Craig - Part 2
    Sep 26 2025

    Welcome back gang. In part two of this yap with Craig from Good Time Running Club and Up & Running, Edinburgh. We dive into the costs of running shoes, the importance of shoe fits, the benefits of shoe rotations, and whether carbon plated shoes are worth the investment.

    Craig also shares insights on common running shoe myths, tips for runners in larger bodies, and how to assess if a shoe needs replacement. Tune in to learn all about picking the right running shoe for your needs and budget!

    00:32 Hype Brands vs Shoe Pricing

    06:08 Determining the Right Fit and Size

    07:02 The Importance of Shoe Width

    11:08 Shoe Rotation: Is It Necessary?

    13:48 Choosing the Right Shoes for Different Runs

    20:31 To Carbon Plate or not to Carbon Plate?

    27:12 Common Myths-Busted

    Find me on instagram here

    Find Good Time Running Club here.

    PS: If you want to improve your strength and running in an inclusive online community, check out my coaching options below.

    Workout Subscription App: https://www.fuzzcultureclub.com/superhuman

    Run & Lift Ongoing Training Program: https://www.fuzzcultureclub.com/fastandferocious

    121 Coaching: https://www.fuzzcultureclub.com/workwithme

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    36 mins
  • E75: Running Shoe Deep Dive with Good Time Craig - Part 1
    Sep 26 2025

    All About Running Shoes - no rubbish or fluff or sponsors. Just honest advice and yapping!

    In this episode, we delve into the world of running shoes with Craig, an expert from Good Time Running Club and Up & Running store in Edinburgh.

    We discuss the nuances of choosing the right running shoe, including understanding gait analysis, selecting the proper size, and differentiating between road and trail shoes.

    Craig shares insights on shoe rotations, the impact of carbon plates, and busts common myths about running shoes.

    This episode will help you finally make an informed decision about your footwear. Lovely stuff.

    03:39 Good Time Running Club

    05:52 Building a Welcoming Community

    07:26 Basics of Choosing a Running Shoe

    14:27 What is Gait Analysis and why is it Important?

    24:57 How Much Should you Budget for Running Shoes?

    Find me on instagram here

    Find Good Time Running Club here.

    PS: If you want to improve your strength and running in an inclusive online community, check out my coaching options below.

    Workout Subscription App: https://www.fuzzcultureclub.com/superhuman

    Run & Lift Ongoing Training Program: https://www.fuzzcultureclub.com/fastandferocious

    121 Coaching: https://www.fuzzcultureclub.com/workwithme

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    36 mins
  • E74: How to Hunker Down After Illness and Poor Training — 6 Weeks to My Half Marathon
    Aug 29 2025

    Small Gains fam we are back!

    I've been on a little Small Gains hiatus, but I'm back with lots to share.

    August was wild with our first in-person Fuzz Culture Club lifting event. It was an emotional, joyful experience with clients from across the globe uniting and smashing their lifting goals.

    I've also been battling a nasty bout of tonsillitis, and it's thrown a wrench in my half marathon and deadlift competition training, but we are locking in!

    In this episode, I delve into sensible hunkering down to catch up on training without overdoing it.

    Join me as I talk about maintaining my wellness basics and gearing up for my upcoming race and comp, and learn about what NOT to do when a period of illness has meant you haven’t trained as much as you would have wanted to.

    01:19 Fuzz Culture Club Lifting Event Recap

    07:50 Dealing with Illness and Setbacks

    10:11 Preparing for Upcoming Competitions

    14:31 The Anti-Panic Approach to Training

    19:33 Sensible Hunkering Down

    Apply for Fast & Ferocious: https://www.fuzzcultureclub.com/fastandferocious

    Find me on instagram here

    PS: If you want to improve your strength and running in an inclusive online community, check out my coaching options below.

    Workout Subscription App: https://www.fuzzcultureclub.com/superhuman

    Run & Lift Ongoing Training Program: https://www.fuzzcultureclub.com/fastandferocious

    121 Coaching: https://www.fuzzcultureclub.com/workwithme

    Show More Show Less
    31 mins
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