Fix My Running

By Matthew BoydMedicine Health & Fitness

Fix My Running episodes

September 05, 2023Butt Pain with Running | with Brodie Sharpe, Physiotherapist
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Website: RunSmarter.online

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Chapters
00:00 Intro

02:38 What is Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy?

05:01 What else could be causing pain in that area?

17:26 How do you fix Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy?

28:33 How long does it take to fully recover from Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy?

41:10 Is foam rolling or stretching good for Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy?
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Free Online Course: Running Fundamentals

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49 min
August 29, 2023 Do You Actually Enjoy Running?
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11 min
August 16, 2023 How do I get my speed back after an injury? | with Matthew Boyd & Brodie Sharpe
I was recently invited on Brodie Sharpe's Run Smarter Podcast to chat about returning to speed and hill training after injury.
We took a deep dive into the topic of injury prevention and discussed safe ways to return to hills and speed. We explored the biomechanics and common injuries associated with downhill running, such as IT band syndrome and patella femoral pain. As well as Achilles tendon and proximal hamstring tendon issues caused by uphill running.
We discussed evidence-based guidance on gradually building capacity and monitoring pain levels through the use of pain traffic lights. As well as the "Adaptive Zone" approach and the concept of the rehab ladder for safely progressing runs.

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Chapters
(0:00:00) - Speed and Hills After Injury
(0:07:57) - IT Band Syndrome and Knee Pain
(0:14:59) - Hill Sprints and Running Injuries
(0:23:38) - Approaching Return to Running After Injury
(0:36:08) - Reintroducing Stresses in a Controlled Manner
(0:39:41) - Gradual Progression in Rehabilitating Running Injuries
(0:43:52) - Principles of Progressive Running Rehabilitation
(0:51:22) - Strategies to Reduce Injury Risk
(0:56:24) - Plan and Track Progress in Rehabilitation
(1:03:05) - Injury Rehab and Running Performance Recommendations
1 hr 1 min
August 15, 2023 Fear & Pain: Is There a Difference?
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13 min
August 08, 2023 How Do I Avoid Re-Injury?
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The strongest predictor of running injuries is previous injury to that area. If you have had plantar fasciitis, you are far more likely to have plantar fasciitis again than someone who never had it. It’s the same with Achilles tendonitis, shin splints, runner’s knee, ITB syndrome, all of them.
Every runner reading this will have had a running injury in the past. Most runners get injured every second year. Injury is also the most common reason that runners quit. So the question of how to avoid re-injury is extremely important...
9 min
August 01, 2023 How to Heal Achilles Tendonitis
Mike hadn’t run for 9 months due to his Achilles pain. He was trying to train for his first marathon, but he couldn’t even run around the block.
He’d just been for another visit to the doctor who told him to continue to rest and if it wasn’t better in a month he was going in a boot. At this point, he felt completely hopeless. Like the healthcare system had failed him. He figured he’d just have to quit running for good. He came to me wondering how on earth to heal his Achilles Tendonitis.
I told him that, essentially, tendons hurt when they’re not strong enough to do their job. If you want to make it stop hurting, you have to make it stronger. Healing an Achilles tendon is a lot like raising a child. There are different phases. And with each phase, come new challenges...

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7 min
May 30, 2023Load vs Capacity: How to actually fix your running injury | with Brodie Sharpe, Physiotherapist
In this episode, Matthew delves into the topic of running injuries with Physiotherapist and Podcaster Brodie Sharpe. They discuss the different types of runners and their motivational approaches, as well as the common mistakes made in training that lead to injuries.
Brodie emphasizes the importance of load management and staying within one's capacity, rather than exceeding it. They also talk about different methods of injury treatment, including foam rolling, stretching, and manual therapy, and whether they are effective or not.
Overall, the episode emphasizes the need for long-term solutions and management to prevent injuries and reach the goals of all types of runners.
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Instagram: @runsmarterseries

YouTube: @RunSmarterwithBrodieSharpe

Website: RunSmarter.online

Podcast: The Run Smarter Podcast
Chapters
00:00:00 Introduction

[00:02:31] "Online Physio Uses Content to Help Patients"

[00:09:21] "Understanding Load vs Capacity in Running Injuries"

[00:15:18] "The Impacts of Motivation and Injury History"

[00:17:26] "Free injury chats for injured runners”

[00:23:28] "Physio warns against unhelpful running injury advice"

[00:31:33] "Vary Your Approach: Change Up Your Workout"

[00:33:30] "Challenges in Correct Diagnosis and Rehab Progression"

[00:39:55] "The Psychological Benefits of Foam Rolling and Stretching"

[00:45:25] "Start Your Running Journey with Run Smarter"
More from Matthew Boyd Physio
Free Online Course: Running Fundamentals

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Work with Matthew Boyd Physio
Running Technique Analysis

Running Coaching

Running Injury Physiotherapy

Strength Training for Runners
48 min
May 23, 2023Strength Exercises for Runners Knee
In this episode, Matthew focuses on strength training for runner's knee, a common problem among runners. He emphasizes the importance of finding the right intensity level to strengthen the knee without causing further irritation and pain.
Compound exercises that involve multiple muscle groups are recommended, while isolated exercises that only work one muscle group should be avoided. Matthew explains the process of gradually increasing the number of repetitions and introducing heavier weights over time.
He also provides some specific exercises like leg press, squats, lunges, step-ups, split squats, and calf raises that can help runners with patella femoral pain.
Matthew emphasizes the significance of starting with frequent and light exercises and limiting them based on pain and irritation of the kneecap. The goal is to calm the knee down by doing exercises regularly and then strengthening muscles by doing heavier exercises.
Ultimately, strong muscles and tendons can reduce stress on joints and bones, thus protecting them from becoming sensitized and painful.
Chapters
[00:00:00] Intro
[00:01:12] "Strength Training for Runner's Knee: Evidence-Based Solutions"
[00:04:40] "The Best Exercises for Runner's Knee: Compound Workouts"
[00:08:19] "Gradually Building Knee Strength: A Step-by-Step Guide"
[00:09:55] "Ease Knee Pain with Gradual Exercise Progression"
[00:15:58] "Building Strength with Low Rep Ranges"
[00:16:48] "Maximizing Strength Gains: Exercises for Runner's Knee"

More from Matthew Boyd Physio
Free Online Course Running Fundamentals

Subscribe to The Adaptive Zone Podcast

Subscribe to The Adaptive Zone YouTube Channel

Facebook @matthewboydphysio

Instagram @matthewboydphysio

Work with Matthew Boyd Physio
Running Technique Analysis

Running Coaching

Running Injury Physiotherapy

Strength Training for Runners
20 min
May 15, 2023How to Get a Marathon PR | With Jason Fitzgerald, Running Coach
Have you hit a plateau in your running? Are you wondering how to get a marathon PR? Well, you're in luck. Today we're going to chat with the one and only Jason Fitzgerald of StrengthRunning.com. He's going to walk us through exactly how he helps runners overcome their limitations and get a PR in the marathon.
Jason Fitzgerald is the founder of Strength Running. His website, podcast and blog reach hundreds of thousands of runners every month and have been featured in Runner’s World, The Washington Post, Health Magazine, USA Today, and The Huffington Post among others. His contributions to the running community were recognized in 2017 when he was named Men’s Running Magazine Influencer of the Year.
He is a USA Track & Field certified coach and has been running competitively since 1998, when he ran for Connecticut College. After a major IT Band injury in 2008 following the New York City Marathon, Jason embarked on a mission to help other runners avoid injuries while still improving their performance. Since then Jason has helped thousands of runners do just that and even found the time to improve his own marathon PR, finishing the Philidelphia Marathon in 2:39.
He recently adapted the training journal he has kept religiously over the last 25 years. The Performance Training Journal includes coaching advice on racing, injury prevention, strength training, and more. It will guide you through race scheduling, how to plan your race morning, the best workouts for endurance runners, and encourage you to track your personal bests over time. You can find it on Amazon here: The Performance Training Journal but Jason Fitzgerald
Book:⁠ The Performance Training Journal⁠

Instagram:⁠ @jasonfitz1⁠

Facebook:⁠ @jason.fitzgerald.5623⁠

YouTube:⁠ @StrengthRunning⁠
Podcast:⁠ Strength Running Podcast⁠
Website:⁠ StrengthRunning.com⁠
Chapters
00:00:00 Introduction

00:04:48 "Why a Marathon PR Isn't Enough"

00:09:13 "Improving Marathon Performance: Focus on Shorter Races"

00:14:16 "More Racing, More Skills: The Benefits Explained"

00:18:50 "Improve Running Form with a Holistic Approach"

00:23:12 "Low-mileage runner Carrie nears Boston Marathon qualifier"

00:28:05 "Pre-Marathon Training: Maintaining mileage and strength"

00:32:53 "Progressing Your Workouts for a 5K"

00:39:45 "Training Zones and Workout Goals for Runners"

00:44:28 Effective Recovery and Season Planning for Runners

00:50:48 "Timing Key to Successful Marathon Training"

More from Matthew Boyd Physio
Free Online Course: Running Fundamentals
Subscribe to The Adaptive Zone Podcast
Subscribe to The Adaptive Zone YouTube Channel
Facebook @matthewboydphysio
Instagram @matthewboydphysio
Work with Matthew Boyd Physio
Running Technique Analysis
Running Coaching
Running Injury Physiotherapy
Strength Training for Runners
58 min
May 07, 2023Fixing my IT Band Syndrome
In this episode of the podcast, Matthew explores the topic of IT Band Pain and shares his clinical experience with the condition. While there is no concrete solution for IT band pain, Matthew offers advice and strategies for managing and avoiding the injury. He discusses form-rolling, massage therapy, stretching exercises, and physiotherapy interventions, noting the varying opinions surrounding the effectiveness of these methods.
The episode highlights the need for modifications in training if injuries arise, and that consistency in training is key to achieving better long-term performance.
Chapters
[00:00:00] Intro

[00:00:23] “Learn Running Fundamentals and Avoid Injuries”

[00:09:48] “Understanding, Preventing, and Treating IT Band Pain”

[00:10:41] “Google Results Fall Short in Researching Injuries”

[00:12:00] The Debate Over Foam Rolling for IT Band Pain

[00:13:11] “The Temporary Benefits of Foam Rolling and Stretching”

[00:16:04] “Why Ice and Painkillers Won’t Solve Running Pain”

[00:17:03] “Can Gluteal Muscle Strengthening Fix Knee Injuries?”

[00:20:09] “The Reality of Physiotherapy for IT Band Pain”

[00:30:06] “Managing IT Band Pain for Race Success”

[00:33:01] “Training Consistency Key to Injury-Free Running Journey”
References
Friede 2022: Conservative treatment of iliotibial band syndrome in runners: Are we targeting the right goals?

Geiseir 2021: Current Clinical Concepts: Synthesizing the Available Evidence for Improved Clinical Outcomes in Iliotibial Band Impingement Syndrome
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37 min