The Movement Mindset with Dr. Heather

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If you've ever wondered why pain keeps coming back, why certain injuries never fully heal, or why some runners recover quickly while others struggle for months — this webinar will be eye-opening.

Dr. Heather, movement specialist and sports performance coach, walks you through her signature evaluation process that helps runners identify the root cause of pain and finally break the injury cycle.

You’ll learn:

• How movement patterns and muscle imbalances influence running mechanics
• Why most treatment plans fail to address the real problem
• What happens inside a full consultation, from history timeline → movement screening → gait analysis
• How Dr. Heather uses functional movement testing to uncover the hidden issues contributing to pain
• What personalized outcomes and insights runners walk away with
• How this unique, whole-body approach helps runners heal faster, run stronger, and prevent future injuries

Whether you're dealing with chronic pain, recurring injuries, or want to optimize performance, this webinar gives you a clear picture of what your deep-dive consultation will include and why it works.

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If you’ve ever felt your form fall apart mid-run, your legs turn to concrete, or minor aches become major injuries, this webinar is for you.

Dr. Heather breaks down the science behind muscle fatigue and reveals why it is one of the most overlooked contributors to running injuries. You’ll learn how fatigue starts in the brain, how it changes your running mechanics, and how subtle breakdowns in movement patterns can quickly escalate into IT band pain, plantar fasciitis, Achilles issues, low back pain, and more.

You’ll discover:

✔ The physiology of muscle fatigue (ATP, motor neurons, metabolic stress)
✔ Why fatigue alters your gait and increases injury risk
✔ The role of nutrition, electrolytes, and hydration in sustained performance
✔ Strength, durability, and gait strategies that reduce fatigue
✔ How to build a fatigue-resistant body that can handle long miles
✔ What most runners get wrong with fueling, pacing, and recovery

This podcast gives you the science, the why, and the practical takeaways so you can run stronger, longer, and injury-free.

Perfect for runners of all levels, from new runners building a base to marathoners and ultra runners increasing volume.

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Dr. Heather breaks down the real science behind why runners get injured and more importantly what you can actually do about it.

Here's what was covered:

🔬 Why runners really get injured — It's not just about mileage. Poor mechanics, muscle imbalances, and inefficient movement patterns are the hidden drivers behind the most common running injuries.

🦵 The biomechanics of running — From foot strike to hip stabilization, Dr. Heather walked through exactly how your body moves when you run and where things break down.

🏃 5 key form drills explained — A-skips, butt kicks, high knees, bounding, and strides — with a clear explanation of what each one does neurologically and biomechanically.

🧠 The neuroscience behind it all — Why drills aren't just warm-ups, but actual brain training that rewires your movement patterns over time.

📅 A simple implementation plan — How to fit these drills into your weekly routine in just a few minutes, 2-3 times per week.

Whether you're dealing with a nagging injury or just want to run more efficiently, this presentation gives you a clear, science-backed framework to move better and stay healthy.

Ready to take it further? Book your personalized gait analysis and get a plan built specifically around how your body moves 

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Most runners are obsessed with miles, pace, and training plans—but there's one critical element that makes all that hard work actually pay off: recovery. In this episode, Dr. Heather, a movement specialist and performance coach, breaks down the game-changing, breaks down the game-changing difference between rest days and recovery days, and why understanding both is essential for running stronger, longer, and staying injury-free.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• The fundamental difference between a rest day (complete shutdown) and a recovery day (gentle, restorative movement)
• Why training is just stress—and adaptation only happens when you properly recover
• The physiological and mental benefits of both rest and active recovery
• Warning signs that you're under-recovered: persistent fatigue, poor sleep, lingering soreness, and declining performance
• A practical framework for scheduling rest and recovery into your weekly training plan
• Real-world examples of what happens when runners skip rest or avoid recovery movement
• The smartphone analogy that makes recovery principles crystal clear

Whether you're training for a 10K or a marathon, this episode will help you balance hard training with smart recovery so you can hit new PRs without burning out or breaking down.

Perfect for: Runners of all levels who want to train smarter, prevent injuries, and maximize their performance through strategic recovery.

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Think your body responds the same way to running in 70° weather as it does in 30°? Think again.

In this episode, I'm breaking down the complete biomechanics of cold weather running—and giving you the exact injury prevention system I use with my athletes to stay consistent, strong, and pain-free all winter long.

If you've ever dealt with tight calves that won't loosen up, an Achilles that gets cranky in the cold, or hamstrings that feel like they're one stride away from disaster—this episode will change how you approach your winter training.

Key Takeaways:

• Why your winter warm-up needs to be 2-3x longer than summer (and what to do instead of static stretching)
• The 6-8 dynamic movements that actually prepare your nervous system for cold conditions
• How shortened stride length and increased cadence protect your Achilles, hamstrings, and IT band
• Why changing out of wet clothes immediately isn't just about comfort—it's injury prevention
• The winter strength training focus that makes you come out stronger in spring

Who This Episode Is For:

Runners training through winter, athletes dealing with cold-weather injuries, coaches looking for evidence-based protocols, or anyone who wants to understand the biomechanics of temperature and performance.

Whether you're prepping for a spring marathon or just trying to maintain your base without getting sidelined, this episode gives you actionable strategies you can implement on your very next run.

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Instagram: @drheathergansel 

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In this episode, Dr. Heather takes runners on a simple, practical, and surprisingly fun journey inside the body to explore one of the most powerful performance tools you already use every day: the Krebs Cycle — your natural energy engine.

Whether you’re training for a 5K or grinding toward an ultra, your performance, stamina, and recovery all come back to how efficiently your body can turn food into fuel. In this presentation, we break the science down into real-world language so every runner can finally understand:

✅ How carbs, fats, and proteins become energy
 ✅ Why runners hit the wall — and how to prevent it
 ✅ What your cells are doing during endurance training
 ✅ How to fuel differently for short vs long distances
 ✅ How to avoid mid-run energy crashes and improve recovery

This episode is all about turning science into strategy — so you can fuel confidently and perform at your best.

If you enjoyed this breakdown and want deeper support, coaching, and community, join us inside the Skool Community, where runners receive:
🏃‍♀️ Weekly run clinics
🍎 Fueling & nutrition trainings
🩺 Injury-prevention guidance from Dr. Heather
💬 Direct access to both of us for Q&A
🎥 A full library of on-demand lessons & replays

Your strongest finish starts with understanding your body.
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In this episode, Dr. Heather — movement specialist and performance coach — breaks down the powerful connection between your gait, your nervous system, and your performance as a runner.

If you’ve ever dealt with recurring tightness, one-sided injuries, or that frustrating feeling that your stride is “off,” this conversation will finally give you clarity. Dr. Heather explains:

✅ What a gait analysis actually measures
 ✅ How your brain and muscles communicate during each stride
 ✅ Why small movement inefficiencies become bigger injuries
 ✅ The hidden imbalances most runners don’t know they have
 ✅ How correcting your gait can lead to better performance, smoother miles, and faster recovery

You’ll walk away understanding that your stride tells a story — and when you learn how to read it, you gain the power to run stronger, longer, and pain-free.

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This full topic was originally taught LIVE inside our Skool Running Community, where runners gain access to exclusive trainings, injury-prevention workshops, weekly support, and direct guidance from Coach Mel and Dr. Heather.

🎥 Join the Skool community to access the full replay, plus more education designed to support your running journey.
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Your best running begins with understanding your movement — and this episode is the perfect place to start.

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What if the biggest factor influencing your race-day performance isn’t your mileage, your pace, or your nutrition… but your mind? 🧠🔥

In today’s episode, we break down the overlooked connection between mental preparation and injury prevention, especially as runners gear up for major events like the Chicago Marathon. You’ll learn:

✅ Why mental load and stress directly affect muscle tension, coordination, and pacing
 ✅ How distraction and anxiety increase the risk of mid-race injury
 ✅ What the research actually says about mindfulness, visualization, and pre-race routines
 ✅ Practical pre-race mental tools you can use this week
✅ A 90-second corral routine that every runner should be doing

Whether you’re chasing a PR, building confidence, or trying to stay injury-free, this episode gives you the science and the strategies to run smarter, calmer, and stronger.

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If you love diving deeper into performance, injury prevention, mindset, and nutrition — our PR Pursuits Skool Community is where it all happens.

Inside you’ll get:
 ⭐ Weekly education & live coaching calls
 ⭐ A supportive community of runners working toward their next PR
 ⭐ Strength & conditioning guidance
 ⭐ Q&A access to Coach Mel and Dr. Heather
 ⭐ Bonus resources, training tools & injury prevention lessons
 ⭐ Space to share wins, struggles, and progress

Join us inside PR Pursuits → Where runners grow, learn, and push for the next breakthrough.  

🎧 Tune in now and get race-ready — mind and body.

This is the episode every marathoner needs in their ear before race day.

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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, or TOS, is a term that is tossed around often but can feel difficult to diagnose and treat. Often defined by compression of nerves and vascular structures that originate in the cervical region and the upper extremity, compression of these structures can result in numbness and tingling, general discomfort in the upper extremity and chest, and even result in feelings of fatigue and heaviness in the arm and hand. These nerves and vascular structures typically become compressed in the area just above the first rib and behind the clavicle after they originate from the cervical region.

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So many runners are told to STOP running when they get diagnosed with Osteoarthritis.  Dr. Heather is going to tell you that you can run again which is why she is going to give you 5 tips to help you get back to your favorite past time.  Pay attention to all of them especially #4 as this is a secret tip which has helped many of her runners succeed when they thought they would never run again.  

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Click here to view the entire 8 part Myofascial Release series 👉https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLurtKimPYqT3Y5dQGVF9Ct4aDUyiPrHlP

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