This is a different segment in that it doesn’t talk about running related injuries as much as how to make it home to your family and friends alive. I can’t tell you how many runners I see who don’t follow safe practices when out running on a daily basis. It only takes one time to get hit by a car or assaulted because of not being aware of your surroundings. My hope is by following some basic advice about running safety that you will never be put in a situation you will regret later. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out [email protected]. Also thanks for being here and hope to have you back again soon.

In this episode I talk about running surfaces and what is the best surface to run on. Spoiler alert: it isn’t the surface that matters, it what it causes your body to do that makes the bigger difference. There is plenty of debate about this and everyone has their opinion and that is great. I’m just here to give you facts and let you know it depends on your body and any conditions/muscle imbalances you may have. If you have any questions, feel free to email me [email protected] and I’ll get back to you soon. As always thanks for listening and hope to have you back soon.

In this episode I cover a topic which you don’t hear about much. That is making sure if you are traveling for a running event that you have a plan for eating meals (the two days prior to the event) which you know will not adversely effect your race day. This is something I know many people leave to chance or just assume it will take care of itself. I would encourage you to plan this as meticulously as you plan your training and the gear you are going to wear. If you have any specific questions for me, please let me know at [email protected]. And as always thanks for being here and look forward to having you back soon.

In this episode I cover how to determine if you are hydrated vs. dehydrated (hint: it involves using a scale) and ways to rehydrate if you do lose 2 or more lbs of body weight after a run. I also compare a few different brands of sports hydration drinks and discuss how many ounces of fluids you need to consume to actually recover. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to me via email [email protected] or call me 704-241-0889. As always thanks for listening and hope to have you back again real soon.

In this episode I discuss active rest versus rest and explain the differences. In rest, I cover items like hyperbaric oxygen chambers, STEM cell therapy, cryotherapy, Saunas, Compression therapy and tools like the Vector T-Pin (use promo code “BrianB” at checkout www.tpinmuscletherapy.com for 10% off for being a listener). Covered lots of info today so If you do have a question feel free to connect via email [email protected] and I’ll get back to you soon. Thanks for listening and as always hope to have you back real soon.

In this episode I discuss overtraining and Running. Overtraining can take many different forms but is usually brought on by too much intensity, too much mileage, not enough rest and poor nutrition. By making adjustments with proper planning you can avoid overtraining and not everyone gets into overtraining but it is important to recognize the signs and symptoms so something can be done about it sooner rather than later. If you have any questions, please email me at [email protected] and I’ll be happy to get back to you. As always, thanks for listening and hope to have you back real soon.

In this episode I cover Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, What it is and how you treat it. Typically caused by tightness on the outside of the leg, a high sitting knee cap or weakness In the quadriceps or glutes, it does respond well to conservative treatment and generally only takes 1-3 sessions of PT if unable to manage in the first 7-10 days on your own. You can check out episodes 82 and 83 of the Mesh Tongue on YouTube for more info and some self help strengthening and taping. Also if you have specific questions, feel free to reach out by email [email protected]. As always thanks for listening and hope to have you back again soon.

The Iliotibial band (ITB) is a broad band of connective tissue on the outside of the leg. If you have ever had IT Band Syndrome you know it is a bugger and hurts. In this episode I discuss what it is, how long recovery can be if left untreated, what you can do at home and what other conditions can mimic the pain (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome especially). If you have specific questions, please send them my way [email protected]. And as always, thanks for listening and hope to have you back real soon.

In this episode I discuss the smaller muscle in the calf, the soleus muscle. This muscle works when the knee is bent and can get injured quite often in runners but typically does not tear. This is good because Soleus issues usually respond well to treatment without need for an MRI or meds. Also check out Episode 120 @MeshTongue on YouTube for more information about these Soleus injuries. Feel free to contact me at [email protected] with questions. And as always thanks for listening and hope to have you back real soon.

In this episode, I discuss returning to running after an injury or illness and what you need to consider. If you gained weight while injured that will have it’s own impact vs losing weight/muscle mass with an illness and the effect that will have. I discuss the run/walk program and how to ramp back up gradually to avoid post-illness/Injury re-injury and setback. As always if you have any questions feel free to reach out [email protected]. Thanks for listening and hope to have you back soon.