Matt Silver, CEO of Alpha Project Physio and Performance, shares his running journey and the challenges he faced with injuries. He pursued a career in physical therapy to learn how to treat himself and other runners. Matt emphasizes the importance of running form and mobility in preventing injuries. He highlights the need for specialized knowledge in treating runners and the limitations of traditional physical therapy education. Matt's eureka moment came when he realized the impact of mobility on his own running. He explains the role of hip mobility and offers insights into building mobility for runners. In this conversation, Matt Silver discusses the importance of hip mobility and the benefits of the couch stretch. He also addresses the controversy surrounding running form and explains the importance of proper form to prevent injuries. Matt delves into the role of shoes in running and provides insights into finding the right shoe for individual needs. He also offers tips for transitioning to shoes with less foam. Overall, this conversation provides valuable information for runners looking to improve their performance and prevent injuries.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:04 The Running Journey

06:28 The Pursuit of Knowledge

09:05 The Challenges of Physical Therapy

11:01 The Passion for Running

13:09 The Evolution of Physical Therapy

14:52 The Doctorate in Physical Therapy

21:32 The Role of Form in Injury Prevention

23:12 The Eureka Moment

25:48 Understanding Mobility for Runners

28:01 The Impact of Hip Mobility

31:17 Building Hip Mobility

34:28 The Couch Stretch and Hip Mobility

35:18 The Importance of Running Form

36:15 The Reality of Running Form

41:17 Improving Running Form at Slower Paces

47:45 The Role of Shoes in Running

56:13 The Controversy of Shoe Design

01:01:44 Transitioning to Shoes with Less Foam

01:07:45 Where to Get 'Built to Run'

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