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The Mystery of Muscle Cramping with Jeff Sankoff (Re-Run: Oct 2020)01 Sep 202400:47:53

Episode Title: Unraveling the Mystery of Muscle Cramping with Jeff Sankoff

Guest:
Today's guest is Jeff Sankoff, an emergency physician and seasoned triathlete with over 50 finishes at the 70.3 distance, six Ironman completions, and six 70.3 World Championships under his belt. Jeff is also the host of the Tri-Doc Podcast and a coach who specializes in guiding triathletes, runners, and cyclists through his Tri-Doc coaching business. His unique combination of medical expertise and extensive experience in endurance sports makes him the perfect guest to discuss the complexities of muscle cramping.

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Brodie Sharpe and Jeff Sankoff delve into the elusive and often frustrating topic of muscle cramping. Jeff shares his personal experiences with cramping, particularly during his endurance races, and discusses the scientific theories behind what causes muscle cramps. The conversation covers potential causes such as dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and the newer theory of neuromuscular imbalances. They also touch on the related condition of hyponatremia, exploring its dangers and how to prevent it during long endurance events. Throughout the discussion, Jeff emphasizes the multifactorial nature of cramping and the importance of personalized strategies for prevention and treatment.

Key Talking Points:

  • Personal Experiences with Cramping: Jeff shares how cramping has affected his races, sometimes costing him podium finishes, and the frustration of managing cramps throughout his athletic career.
  • Causes of Muscle Cramping: Exploration of the two main theories behind muscle cramping: dehydration/electrolyte imbalance and neuromuscular dysfunction due to an imbalance between excitatory and inhibitory nerve impulses.
  • Hyponatremia: Understanding the dangers of hyponatremia, how it can be mistaken for heat stroke, and the importance of balancing water and electrolyte intake during long endurance events.
  • Prevention and Treatment: Discussion on the effectiveness of various cramp remedies, such as electrolyte supplements, spicy drinks like pickle juice, and the importance of training at race intensity to prevent cramps.
  • The Role of Fitness and Strength Training: How better fitness and strength in targeted muscle groups might reduce the risk of cramping during high-intensity efforts.

Key Takeaways for Runners:

  • Experimentation is Key: If you’re prone to cramping, try different strategies such as electrolyte replacement or spicy liquids to find what works best for you.
  • Listen to Your Body: Pay attention to how your body reacts in different conditions and intensities. Adjust your training and race strategies accordingly to minimize the risk of cramping.
  • Stay Hydrated, but Smartly: In hot conditions, ensure you're not just drinking plain water but also replenishing your sodium levels to avoid hyponatremia.
  • Strength Training: Incorporate strength training into your routine to enhance muscle endurance and potentially reduce the risk of cramping during races.
  • Know the Warning Signs of Hyponatremia: Be aware of the symptoms like confusion and imbalance, and ensure you're adequately replacing sodium if you’re sweating heavily during long races.

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Latest Research: Benefits of Nordics / Super Shoe Insights / Bone Health Advice25 Aug 202400:42:40

These are the paper titles discussed in today's episode:

Paper 1: The Effects of Nordic Hamstring Exercise on Performance and Injury in the Lower Extremities: An Umbrella Review
Paper 2: Running Shoes of the Post-modern Footwear Era: A Narrative Overview of Advanced Footwear Technology
Paper 3: Comparison of Bone Mineral Density of Runners with Inactive Males: A Cross-Sectional Study

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Latest Research: Toe Box Size / Forward Lean / Iliac Stress Fractures / Kinesio Tape Effectiveness23 Jun 202400:47:57

Papers Reviewed in this Episode:

  1. Toe Box Shape of Running Shoes Affects In-Shoe Foot Displacement and Deformation: A Randomized Crossover Study
  2. The Effect of Posture on Running Economy, Kinematics, and Muscle Activation
  3. Consecutive Bilateral Iliac Stress Fracture in an Adult Male Runner 
  4. Effectiveness of Kinesio Tape in the Treatment of Patients with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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Q&A for Masters Runners with Frank Sanchez02 Oct 202201:01:46

Frank Sanchez is a Physician Associate and has been a medical director of the Lifetime Fitness Miami Marathon.

Today, the Run Smarter Patrons have submitted questions to Frank on how to survive and thrive as a masters runner. I ask:

1.) Would you recommend increasing or decreasing the amount of cross-training as athletes get older?

2.) Is it okay to train for a marathon with only easy, long and tempo runs?

3.) I get injured every time I run more than 3 days per week. Is this a function of a masters runner?

4.) Should we increase or decrease strength training as we get older?

5.) Are there any dietary changes for master runners?


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Injury Update: ITB Friction Syndrome25 Sep 202200:29:56

Brodie updates the Run Smarter Scholars on ITB Friction Syndrome by recapping a past podcast episode on this topic along with fresh new tips.

Learn about the ITB structure and what ITB friction syndrome is, before exploring potential running risk factors.

Listen to this episode if you want a deep insight into the prevention, treatment and management of this condition. 


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Change You Diet to Change You Pain with Rowena Field18 Sep 202200:59:31

Rowena Field is a Physiotherapist and Researcher in Chronic Pain and Nutrition. She is also involved in the STEPP program which focuses on 'Solutions, Tools & Education for Persistent Pain'. 

Today, Rowena talks about the role diet has on pain sensitivity and her research on low-carb and keto diets for pain management. Listen to learn the role of glucose and ketones in body inflammation and the changes you need to make to have a positive impact.

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Injury Update: Patellofemoral Pain11 Sep 202200:37:39

Brodie recaps the previous podcast episodes surrounding Patellofemoral Pain including:

  • Talking all things Runner's Knee with the boys from That's Running
  • What Brodie has learnt from Patellofemoral Pain
  • Catastrophising and Kinesiophobia hindering your recovery

After reviewing the takeaways from these previous episodes, Brodie shares 5 new updates to help with injury prevention and rehabilitation of this condition. 


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Implementing Strides: Benefits, Tips & Tricks with Claire Bartholic04 Sep 202200:46:24

Claire Bartholic is a running coach focusing on science-backed training, nutrition, and mental strength techniques. She is also the host of the Run to the top podcast and the Planted Runner Podcast.

In this episode, Brodie and Claire talk about how and why runners should implement strides into their training. Including:

  • What are strides?
  • Who should implement strides?
  • What is a good starting routine?
  • How should strides change throughout various phases of a race preparation?
  • What are some common mistakes made when doing strides?

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And Claire's Instagram: @theplantedrunner


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Injury Update: Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy28 Aug 202200:36:41

By popular demand, this is an updated episode covering the old and new information about Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy. Brodie recaps the previous two episodes on this condition including:

  • Why your hamstring tendinopathy isn't getting better with Maryke Louw
  • What Brodie has learnt from Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy

After reviewing the takeaways from these previous episodes, Brodie shares 5 new updates to help with injury prevention and rehabilitation of this condition. 


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What Runners Need to Know about Nutrition & Inflammation with Dr. Peter Brukner21 Aug 202200:55:41

Peter Brukner is a Medical Doctor and Sports Medicine Physician who has worked with elite national and international sporting teams. After a revolutionary personal experience, Peter shifted his career focussing on the role of carbohydrates in our bodies and how the experts got food and diet so wrong.

He published a book titled 'A Fat Lot of Good' and is on a mission to better educate the western world about diet and inflammation.

I talk to Dr. Brukner about the role of inflammation in relation to healthy and injured recreational runners and explore how an improved diet can help minimise pain, overcome injuries and assist in athletic performance. 

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Nutrition Q&A Part 2 with McKale Montgomery14 Aug 202200:42:55

McKale is a dietician and runner and has a big passion for iron. Today, McKale answers the remaining patron questions including:

  1. How can I lose weight without putting myself in a calorie deficit that heightens my risk of injury?
  2. How should my diet change if I move from a maintenance phase to training for a race?
  3. How soon after running should I eat?
  4. What is the optimal electrolyte drink to consume before, during and after running?
  5. Can iron play a role in IBS and distance running?

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Or ask her a question at mckale.montgomery@okstate.edu


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The Importance of Iron for Runners with McKale Montgomery07 Aug 202200:40:32

McKale is a dietician, runner, and has a big passion for iron. Iron is a major component of hemoglobin, a type of protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the body. Today, McKale talks about the role of iron, why it is important for runners and what you should do if deficient.

Throughout the interview, Mckale talks about:

  1. Is a drop in energy levels during certain parts of the menstrual cycle caused by low iron?
  2. Does a runner require a diet higher in iron?
  3. Are infusions and supplements necessary? And are there any dangers?

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Finding time for Rehab, Strength & Running31 Jul 202200:36:41

Today's episode covers a question submitted by a podcast listener:

“Do you consider rehab exercises to count towards strength training? I do my 15-20 minutes of exercises that were prescribed for a hamstring injury 5 days/week, but also try to do strength training 3 days/week for 30 minutes. So when I do all that, plus run 50-60 miles per week, it’s like a full-time job! Can I condense all this without sacrificing strength?”

Brodie discussed the general guidelines, principles and frequencies of rehabilitation exercises and strength exercises. In addition, how do these variables change when the injury gets better or experiences a flare-up.

Tune in to learn how to schedule your week and create an efficient, effective weekly routine to better serve your running and recovery. 

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What is Sciatica: Symptoms & Treatment 16 Jun 202400:40:30

In today's episode, Brodie reviews this article: https://www.uhcw.nhs.uk/self-care/sciatica/

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Gender Differences with Tendon Adaptation + YouTube Launch24 Jul 202200:26:30

The reason why women sustain more soft tissue injury than men during physical activity is unknown. Studies may indicate that tendons in women have a lower rate of new connective tissue formation, respond less to mechanical loading, and have a lower mechanical strength, which may leave the tissue more susceptible to injury.

Brodie reviews a paper titled: 'The adaptability of tendon to loading differs in men and women' and lists several key takeaways and interpretations for male and female athletes when training and rehabilitating their injuries. 


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A link Between Running Characteristics and Shoe Softness in Running Related Injury (a 2022 paper)17 Jul 202200:34:42

Brodie reviews a 2022 paper hot off the press titled 'Spatiotemporal and Ground-Reaction Force Characteristics as Risk Factors for Running-Related Injury'. 

The purpose of this study was to identify risk factors among spatiotemporal and ground-reaction force characteristics in recreational runners and to investigate whether shoe cushioning modifies the association between running biomechanics and injury risk.

Brodie dissects each element of this paper and the surprising results.


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Pain Science, Mindfulness and Healing Chronic Injuries with Maddie10 Jul 202200:49:19

Maddie is a recreational runner who has had bilateral plantar fasciitis for over 5 years. She has faced debilitating symptoms including intense pain, pins and needles and burning sensations which dramatically altered her social life. Cooking, shopping, walking the dogs and playing with her son were sometimes ceased because the pain was so bad. Despite periods of time not running, the pain continued.

Maddie shares her newfound improvement after actively researching pain science and implementing exercises such as mindfulness, deep breathing and mantras into her regular routine. She talks about the sudden change of symptoms, the relevance of heightened awareness to an injury and her new understanding of having a flareup.

Listen to this episode to gain insight into the bio-psycho-social side of pain and the practical tips you can make to enhance your recovery. 


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Achieving Mindfulness & Flow state with Tomasz Drybala03 Jul 202201:08:47

Tomasz Drybala is a flow and mindful running teacher, extreme runner and author of 'Flow-up: Get rid of anxiety, stress and overwhelm and unlock focus, creativity and joy'. 

In this episode, Brodie and Tom talk about flow state, including the benefits, purpose, and the factor that enhance and inhibit flow state.

Tom also talks about his upcoming challenge which involves almost 25,000 miles of running from New York to London. 

Tune in to learn about running mindfulness and active meditation to help your running performance, your emotional state, and your recovery from injury. 

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Learn more about his online community and courses at https://tomaszdrybala.com/ 


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Rehabilitate with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness26 Jun 202200:36:58

Brodie starts with exciting new developments on the run smarter book and YouTube channel before providing a recap of pain science. Pain is influenced by physiological, psychological and social variables and when considering pain and recovery, your thoughts and emotions can play a significant role.

Listen to this episode to learn about psychological elements that can enhance your recovery and why CBT or cognitive behavioural therapy can play a crucial role.

The premise behind CBT is:

  • What we think
  • Affects how we feel emotionally
  • Affects how we feel physically
  • Affects how we act and behave

CBT is taking the bio-psycho-social influences and applying them to your advantage. Tune in to this episode to learn how. 


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A Strength Q&A session with Angelo Gingerelli19 Jun 202201:01:00

Angelo Gingerelli is a strength and conditioning coach at Seton Hall University and co-author of the book Finish strong: Resistance training for endurance athletes. 

Today Angelo answers the below questions submitted by the podcast patrons:

  1. How long should a strength session be?
  2. Should strength sessions be done on running days?
  3. Is it okay to run or strength train with delayed onset muscle soreness?
  4. Should we train low reps high weight or high reps low weight?
  5. Does strength training change mid-season to off-season?
  6. What are the must-do core exercises?
  7. What exercises can help uphill running?
  8. Should we taper strength session when approaching a marathon race?

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Email your questions to angelo.gingerelli@gmail.com


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The science of trigger points with Paul Ingram12 Jun 202201:07:57

Paul Ingraham is a Vancouver science writer and a former Registered Massage Therapist.  He left that profession over concerns about pseudoscientific beliefs and practices and went on to create  PainScience.com, a website about the science of pain, injury, treatment, and rehab, where he has published hundreds of articles and ten books on these themes, the most successful of which is his guide to the tricky topic of “trigger points.” Today, Paul talks with Brodie about the science behind trigger point release, myofascial release and other manual therapies.  

This candid conversation reveals our real understanding of manual therapy and the careful steps runners need to make when being treated by therapists.

Check out Paul's website and books here PainScience.com

More trigger point info:  https://www.painscience.com/index-trigger-points.php

Also check Paul's book:  https://www.painscience.com/tutorials/trigger-points.php

Relevant links based on our conversation:

 https://www.painscience.com/articles/does-fascia-matter.php  https://www.painscience.com/articles/does-massage-work.php  https://www.painscience.com/articles/counterstimulation.php  https://www.painscience.com/articles/placebo-power-hype.php

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Kristina's run smarter success story05 Jun 202200:50:07

Over the past few years, Kristina managed a few running niggles and running-related injuries due to spikes in training load. What resulted was a long-standing proximal hamstring tendinopathy which was getting harder to manage.

Kristina jumped on a free injury chat and got the ball rolling with her run smarter journey. She then looked up some research papers on PHT and started progressive strength training.

Still managing to run, Kristina followed many of the Run Smarter principles and shares them all in today's episode.


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How long does it take to lose fitness?29 May 202200:31:39

When injured, one of the worst fears for an athlete is the possibility of losing fitness. This can be of detriment as runners often continue to run and irritate their injury based on this fear.

In today's episode, Brodie covers a paper titled: 'Time course of loss of adaptations after stopping prolonged intense endurance training'.

We investigate the loss of Vo2 Max and HR max with 12, 21, 56, and 84 days of rest along with countermeasures to mitigate this decline. 


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Race weight, fueling & helping GI issues with Stephanie Hnatiuk22 May 202200:54:12

Today I interview sports dietitian Stephanie Hnatiuk to answer all your Facebook questions including:

  1. What is the best race weight?
  2. Is it okay to run on an empty stomach?
  3. What are the protein requirements for runners?
  4. Are collagen supplements good for tendon health?
  5. How can I prevent runner's gut?
  6. Should I fuel with fats on long endurance races?

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How to Run the Perfect Race with Matt Fitzgerald09 Jun 202401:04:17

Today’s topic focuses on how to run the perfect race with special guest, Matt Fitzgerald.


Matt Fitzgerald, a renowned author of multiple running books, including "80/20 Running," "Racing Weight," "How Bad Do You Want It?", and "The Endurance Diet," joins the show. Matt discusses his latest book, "How to Run the Perfect Race: Better Racing through Better Pacing," diving into training strategies, race day execution, and the broader philosophy of running.


The discussion covers the importance of pacing, the challenges of executing a perfect race, and the psychological and physical aspects involved. Matt offers advice on calculating race finish times, preparing for race day, and how training runs can help predict race performance.


Specific Workouts and Pacing Strategy:

The importance of specific workouts and the role of easy runs in overall training are explored, along with strategies for effective race day pacing.

Overcoming Common Mistakes:

Common mistakes runners make in pacing and how to avoid them are discussed, emphasizing the significance of experience and learning from each race.

Psychological Aspects of Pacing:

The conversation delves into the psychological traits that contribute to successful pacing, including body awareness, judgment, and toughness.

Using Technology in Training:

The role of technology and devices in training and racing is examined, highlighting the need to balance gadgets with body awareness.

Handling Hilly Marathons:

Matt shares strategies for pacing and energy distribution in hilly marathons and how to tailor pacing strategy to individual strengths and weaknesses.

Training at Race Pace:

The importance and frequency of training at race pace are discussed, emphasizing how specific paces can improve race day performance.

The Role of Experience:

The role of experience in achieving a perfect race is highlighted, encouraging runners to learn from each race to improve future performances.


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Q&A: compartment pain/plyometrics post injury/PHT stride length/rotating pairs of shoes15 May 202200:38:53

In today's episode, Brodie answers four listener questions:

1.) I have been diagnosed with anterior compartment syndrome about 10+ years ago., the treatment options I was given were to change my shoes to something more supportive or fasciotomy surgery. In the past 2 months, it has flared up and is really painful. Do you have any tips and knowledge for me? 

2.) What type of plyometric exercises would be good to start, especially when you are coming off an injury or several injuries. I am interested in hearing some basic exercises that you can start with and maybe a progression. 

3.) Stride length is often impacted by PHT. What plyometric and end-range exercises would you recommend to try and get back to the previous stride length?

4.) When you are rotating pairs of shoes is it okay for them to have different stabilities. For example, I generally run in a more neutral shoe but I also have a stability shoe that will help correct over-pronation, just because they will help offload different parts of the body. So, I was wondering if it would be okay to rotate between both of them?


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Run like a pro, even if you’re slow with Matt Fitzgerald08 May 202200:52:43

The son of a novelist, Matt Fitzgerald has a special passion for writing books. His best-known titles include Racing Weight, 80/20 running, Brain Training for Runners, and Triathlete Magazine’s Essential Week-by-Week Training Guide.

Today, Matt answers patron questions all to do with the 80/20 principle. Such as:

  • Can 80/20 work for athletes with high resting heart rates?
  • Does the 80/20 principle work for all types of runners, from speed, distance, low to high mileage?
  • Is there a way to determine what speed dictates 80%?

Lastly, Matt talks about his upcoming book titled, Run like a pro, even if you're slow. We dive into the key principles of the book and where you can get it!

https://mattfitzgerald.org/

https://www.8020endurance.com/ 

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A deep dive into load vs capacity with Chris Bramah01 May 202200:53:15

Chris is a UK based physio and researcher. His past research has focused on running techniques for injury prevention and performance. 

In today's episode, I talk with Chris about his opinion on the load versus capacity relationship to reduce the risk of injury.

Chris details the sequence of events from acute fatigue, to microscopic tissue damage, macroscopic tissue damage, tissue failure and eventually, injury. 

Our conversation dives into the factors that influence loads such as training errors, rapid changes, footwear and terrain, along with factors that influence the body's capacity like age, previous injury, sleep and psycho-social factors. 

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When to get medical scans with Paul Ingraham24 Apr 202201:05:51

Paul Ingraham is a Vancouver science writer and a former Registered Massage Therapist.  He left that profession over concerns about pseudoscientific beliefs and practices and went on to create PainScience.com, a website about the science of pain, injury, treatment, and rehab, where he has published hundreds of articles and ten books on these themes, the most successful of which is his guide to the tricky topic of “trigger points.” Today, Paul talks with Brodie about the pros and cons of medical scans. When injured, a diagnosis can help calm down the anxieties and confusion about recovery, but is getting medical scans always the answer?

We dive into the protocols and presentations that may indicate getting a scan and the precautions one must consider.

Lastly, Paul talks about the myths and misconceptions about bone stress injuries and the general consensus on stress fracture management. 

Check out Paul's website and books here  PainScience.com

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Chad Miller’s Training plan success story17 Apr 202200:54:14

Chad Miller was battling niggles and struggling to see performance gains with his running schedule. After jumping on a free injury chat with me, he learnt the principles of a well-balanced training plan.

Six weeks later I received this message:

“Hi brodie. I wanted to send a huge thank you for our webchat a month or so ago. I've been using the excel log chart and my running has massively improved. I am injury and niggle free and for the first time since I started running in 2018. I raced ten kilometres last week and came within eight seconds of a PR without planning it and having more in the tank. I'm only halfway through my training block with this approach but it's really been a game-changer. At forty-two years old I am achieving a lot more than I did in my peak years”.

I got Chad on to talk about his process including his past training philosophy, his current process and the keys to his success.


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High-intensity strength workouts for runners10 Apr 202200:31:46

Research shows that power and plyometric exercises can enhance running performance. In today's episode, Brodie discusses five high-intensity workouts you can implement throughout the week along with practice takeaways and tips.

Workout #1: 6 rounds (24 squats, 24 double-unders, 24 plyo lunges, 400m run).

Workout #2: 20 min AMRAP (10 push press, 10 Kettlebell swings, 10 box jumps).

Workout #3: 5 rounds (20 walk lunges, 30 box jumps, 20 wall balls,15 push-ups).

Workout #4: For Time: (600m run, 30 Lateral skaters, 20 Air Squats, 10 DB Snatches, 400m run, 30 Lateral skaters, 20 Air Squats, 10 DB Snatches, 200m run).

Workout #5: 9-minute AMRAP (20 Mountain climbers, 10 Air squats, 200m run).


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Part 2: Running for cardiovascular health with Brady Holmer07 Apr 202200:35:57

Brady Holmer is an endurance athlete, avid runner and PhD student in cardiovascular physiology. In this episode, we talk about exercise on heart health including:

  • At what point can running become detrimental to cardiovascular health?
  • What training is best for cardiac collatereralization?
  • Is it okay to race 20-30 beats per minute above your training heart rate?
  • Is there a certain threshold where cardio health is counterproductive for performance and also longevity?

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Website: https://www.bradyholmer.com/

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Running for cardiovascular health with Brady Holmer (part 1)03 Apr 202200:56:24

Brady Holmer is an endurance athlete, avid runner and PhD student in cardiovascular physiology. In this episode, we talk about exercise on heart health including:

  • At what point can running become detrimental to cardiovascular health?
  • What training is best for cardiac collatereralization?
  • Is it okay to race 20-30 beats per minute above your training heart rate?
  • Is there a certain threshold where cardio health is counterproductive for performance and also longevity?

Twitter: @B_holmer: https://twitter.com/B_Holmer

Website: https://www.bradyholmer.com/

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Will my injury get better on its own? (Patron release)27 Mar 202200:37:19

Today, Brodie releases an exclusive patron episode onto the main feed which discusses the key principles of injury management. In particular, will an injury get better on its own.

If you'd like to become a patron for $5 per month and receive these exclusive benefits along with contributing to the future content, sign up here:  Become a patron!

Brodie starts with discussing the injury adaptation zone and why some injuries revert back to a pain-free state quickly, while others persist. These include: 

  1. Mismanagement in the early phases.
  2. Load exceeding capacity outside of running.
  3. Persisting with missing pieces to your rehab. 
  4. Encountering unhelpful misinformation about your injury

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Speed goals, 80/20 running, uphill running & mara prep with coach Campbell20 Mar 202200:50:34

Today we have coach Campbell Maffett on to answer a few Q&A's from previous episodes. Campbell has been coaching for over fifteen years which includes a level 2 advanced recreational running, world Athletics Level 3 Middle & Long Distance and a Triathlon Australian Level 2 performance coaching qualification.

Campbell coaches the 'Love the Run' group (www.lovetherun.com.au) and a free kids run group called Kids Run Club (www.kidsrunclub.net).

I throw four questions to Campbell from past Q&A episodes to gain his insight. Here are the questions way cover on today's episode:

1.) How do you plan a speed goal and a marathon goal at the same time?

2.) Can low-intensity cross-training be considered in the 80/20 intensity distribution rule?

3.) What exercises can help increase uphill running?

4.) What are the advantages and disadvantages of running shorter distances more often versus longer distances less often for injury prevention and marathon preparation?


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The Right Exercise Dosage for Tendinopathy Management02 Jun 202400:36:46

Brodie reviews a paper titled: Effect of resistance exercise dose components for tendinopathy management: a systematic review with meta-analysis  
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Jen’s Plantar Fasciitis success story13 Mar 202200:42:29

Jen had been battling plantar fasciitis after building up her running mileage in 2016. What followed was a prolonged, frustrating process of self-treatment including a foot boot, night splint, ice, foam rolling, stretches and orthotics. 

In 2019, Jen finally had her injury assessed and treated by a health professional but symptoms still lingered for another few years. Medical attention called for an x-ray, cortisone injection, strengthening, dry needling and strength training.

After a lengthy process, Jen shares the moment your recovery finally turned a corner and the aspects of her rehabilitation that created the positive result. 

Jen is back to running 25 miles per week and has completed two half marathons with ironman ambitions. Hear her mistakes and the major influences of her success. 


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Understanding common running foot conditions with Ian Griffiths06 Mar 202201:07:24

Brodie Chats with Podiatrist, researcher & podcast host Ian Griffiths about different running foot conditions and answers your patron questions:   1.) Big toe OA:  Patron question: Any tips for managing great toe arthritis? Also, can the loss of function due to this condition create problems elsewhere?    2.) Sinus Tarsi syndrome: Patron question: Are there any management recommendations for sinus tarsi syndrome?   3.) Plantar plate: Patron question: What is your take on strengthening/rehab for plantar plate injuries?   4.) Fat Pad pain: Patron question: Is it possible to increase the thickness of fat pads on feet or at least prevent a decrease with age?    5.) Morton's neuroma:  Patron question: Are there any exercises that are likely to aggravate Morton's neuroma?   Other patron Qs: "I have a couple of distinct pains in my feet. When I am running there is no pain, post-run - hours later, I have a strong burning to the side of each foot and heels.    "What foot exercises, if any does Ian recommend for persistent Achilles Tendinopathy?"   "What does Ian recommend for footwear outside of running from an injury prevention standpoint"   "I constantly get sore toes (aching). I have plenty of toe room, shoes are good length/width, I have changed shoes with the same outcome". Find Ian's podcast by searching 'Podchat Live' 

Visit his website at https://sportspodiatryinfo.co.uk/ 

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Finding the right taper & recovery week strategy with Jason Fitzgerald03 Mar 202200:55:09

Jason Fitzgerald is a running coach and creator of the strength running website, podcast and YouTube channel. 

In today's episode, Jason shares crucial knowledge on developing the perfect taper strategy so you can perform at your best.

We uncover the adjustments needed to be made to your running frequency, intensity and weekly mileage in order for you to feel fresh on race day.

Jason also shares his expertise on recovery (AKA deload) weeks. When are they necessary? Should they be implemented for every runner? What adjustments need to be made?

Lastly, Jason talks about the common mistakes he sees with runners when implementing a taper without guidance. This is truly an episode to listen to if you are preparing for an upcoming race. 

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Predicting future injuries & early detection with Eric Hegedus27 Feb 202201:04:22

Eric Hegedus is a Professor, physical therapist, clinician, scientist and researcher. We discuss his paper titled: 'Physical performance tests predict injury in national collegiate athletic association athletes: a 3-season prospective cohort study'.

This paper had athletes of all sports go through a series of active motion, power-based, hip stability, flexibility and motor control tests during their pre-season to assess if there were any correlation with future injury. 

Apart from the exciting developments within this study, Eric touches on the key takeaways and practical tips for runners. Eric has a fascinating insight into the ability to predict future running-related injuries which every runner needs to know.

Lastly, Eric shares his thoughts on early detection for injury and if there are any early warning signs that should not be ignored. 


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Shoe features & new shoe recommendations with Matt Klein24 Feb 202200:58:40

Matt is a repeat guest from the Doctors of running and a running shoe fanatic!

Our discussion on today's episode starts with shoe expiry dates. Matt gives his opinion on when it is time to buy new running shoes and what variables play a role in running shoe wear and tear.

Next, we explore the different features of a shoe that you need to consider when buying a new pair. Matt discusses comfort, flexibility, stability, upper, drop, weight and many other features.

Matt also shares his recommendations on shoe brands for beginner runners, performance-minded runners and his take on maximalist versus minimalist.

Follow Matt's work by visiting the doctors of running website, youtube,  podcast and insta.


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Your guide to injury prevention & rehabilitation20 Feb 202200:57:27

(Description from the Everyday Ultra podcast with host Joe Corcione)

It’s never fun dealing with injuries when it comes to ultrarunning; especially when it prevents us from doing the things we love to do the most.

That’s why I invited today’s guest, Brodie Sharpe, onto the show to give you an absolute masterclass in preventing and rehabbing running-related injuries. And when it comes to this subject, there’s no better person to go to than Brodie!

Brodie is a renowned physiotherapist who, over the last 8 years, has helped hundreds of runners repair and reduce running-related injuries. He is also the host of the Run Smarter Series Podcast, a show dedicated to helping you become a better and healthier runner. His podcast is ranked in the top 1.5% of podcasts globally.

Before this podcast interview, I personally worked with Brodie to heal an awful IT-Band injury I had that was preventing me from running. But, with Brodie’s incredible insight and coaching, I was able to heal the injury in 4 weeks (whereas it took me 3 months to heal the same injury when I had it a couple of years ago). Brodie is the real deal!

In this episode, Brodie and I chat about the biggest mistakes and misconceptions that people have when it comes to injuries, what steps you can take to make sure you reduce the risk of injury, and the most impactful ways to sustainably rehab injuries so you can get back to running.

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Q&A: Running post-illness/cross-training injuries/calf soreness/increasing frequency17 Feb 202200:32:50

Today, Brodie answers these listener questions:

1.) "If an experienced runner is forced into taking downtime for either an unrelated injury, illness, or just life getting in the way for an extended period of time, how slow should the “come back” be when they start running again?"

2.) "Can you highlight some common cross-training injuries? Especially like cycling/swimming as injured runners tend to turn to them, so to prevent them getting an overuse injury as well from cross-training?"

3.) "In a situation where a beginner runner is dealing with very tight calves muscles due to weakness and is recommended strengthening such as calves raises. What do you do when the muscles feel even worst?"

4.) "I'm following a running program from 80/20 Endurance that plans 5-6 running days per week. That's too much because I'm currently running 3 days per week with strength training 3 days, opposite to running days. If I want to increase to 4 or 5 running days per week how should I maintain the strength training?"


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Q&A: Asphalt running/Trusting Garmin data/Marathon strength training/Olympic lifting13 Feb 202200:28:52

Today, Brodie answers these listener questions:

1.) Is running on asphalt harmful?

2.) For easy runs/base training does HR have to be aerobic zone (eg. on Garmin watch)?

3.) Should I trust my Garmin? Recovery time is whack and I feel great when it says I need rest.

4.) Should those with a lot of experience in both the marathon and with strength training lift heavy during their marathon training segment or scale back?

5.) Have you seen enough benefit for runners to spend time on learning Olympic lifts to use in their strength sessions?


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Foot strength masterclass with Jay Dicharry10 Feb 202201:06:16

Jay is a physical therapist, author, expert in biomechanical analysis and the creator of the mobo board.

On this episode, Jay dives into the importance of foot function that all runners should consider. Jay shares the foundational exercises and tests you can perform to determine your foot's level of coordination, stability and strength.

We also touch on minimalist footwear, orthotic prescription and Jay's favourite foot strength exercises.

Finally, Jay speaks about the most common mistakes and misconceptions he has witnessed in his decades of work.

Check out Jay's website www.anathletesbody.com and www.moboboard.com 


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Walking the injury prevention tightrope06 Feb 202200:44:50

In preparation for the run smarter book, Brodie shares his tightrope walking analogy to help runners comprehend the components that increase or decrease their risk of injury. 


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Latest Research: Exercises to Reduce Injury Risk26 May 202400:43:34

Brodie reviews a paper titled: Hip and core exercise programme prevents running-related overuse injuries in adult novice recreational runners: a three-arm randomised controlled trial (Run RCT)


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Potential reasons behind bilateral tendinopathy symptoms03 Feb 202200:33:15

In today's episode, Brodie replies to a listener question: 

“I have had PHT bilaterally for close to a year and have also had bilateral chronic plantar fasciitis for many years. On one of the podcasts you mentioned when there are bilateral tendon issues, that may raise some red flags that there may be another contributing factor going on". 

"Any suggestions of other medical areas beyond muscular that I should consider looking into would be greatly appreciated. Thank you again for your educational and enlightening sessions on PHT”.

Brodie dives into this question and makes reference to a paper titled: Pathogenesis of tendinopathies: inflammation or degeneration?

This episode is broken down into 5 categories:

  • Genetics
  • Mal-alignment
  • Training loads/compensation
  • Intrinsic ailments 
  • Aging

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Building eccentric hamstring strength with Damien McMahon30 Jan 202200:34:57

Damian McMahon is a physiotherapist from Ireland and also the creator of the Outlier nordic T-bar. This device is designed to make eccentric nordic exercises accessible within your house and without complicated set-ups.

Brodie tried out the t-bar personally and decided to chat with Damian about the idea behind his device.

We also cover useful information to help runners strengthen their hamstrings along with Damian's 3 tips to reduce your risk of a hamstring strain. 

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The benefits of base training with Duane Scotti27 Jan 202201:00:46

Duane Scotti is a Physical Therapist, Run Coach and host of the Healthy Runner Podcast.

Today, Brodie and Duane talk about base training. Duane goes through:

  • What is base training and what are the essential components?
  • What are the benefits of base training?
  • What are some common mistakes runners make when incorporating base training?
  • How should we progress our weekly mileage, long runs and incorporate deload weeks into our training?

Lastly, Duane answers a question from a podcast patron: "How does a runner increase their base when training for an ultra? Is it different when handling large running volumes?"

Visit Duane's home base at https://sparkyourtraining.com/

Check out Duane's podcast by searching 'The Healthy Runner' in your podcast directory. 


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