The Run Smarter Podcast

Today Brodie released a patron exclusive episode on how to manage low back pain. Brodie shares his experiences with low back pain before diving into topics such as:

• The myth between core strength and low back pain
• Should you activate your core when running?
• Is low back pain from poor posture
• Injections/medications/Surgery and scans
• Breathing tips with heavy lifting
• Effective Mobility exercises 
• Back strengthening exercises

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This episode we identify common misconceptions surrounding knee osteoarthritis and bust common myths you might have. Ideas around:

1. What is knee OA?
2. What causes knee OA?
3. What are the consequences of having OA?
4. What is the symptom timeline?
5. What are common non-surgical treatments?

We also discuss the correlation between running and osteoarthritis. What some common symptoms are and if you can continue to run with OA. The answers might surprise you!

Kevin Maggs is an instructor for The Running Clinic in the US, he helps deliver sound evidence-based advice to runners and medical practitioners alike. 

Link here for Kevin's twitter account: https://twitter.com/RunningReform

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This episode discusses a 2018 paper by Jill Cook titled: 'Ten treatments to avoid in patients with lower limb tendon pain'

Listen in to hear what treatments you should and shouldn't avoid including injections, scans, stretching and exercise.

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Katie was dealing with persistent ankle and knee problems and was trying desperately to complete a half marathon. After a year of set-backs, she changed strategies and finally started building momentum. Katie is on the podcast today to share her frustrating moments and step-by-step guide for success!

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Brodie talks about his recent dilemma with calf soreness and the strategies you can implement to reduce your risk of injury.

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Dr. Duane Scotti, DPT, PhD, OCS is a running physical therapist, run coach, host of the Healthy Runner podcast, and founder of Spark Healthy Runner and has been a leader in the rehab and running community for 20+ years. Today, Duane talks about his 6 step plan to grow as a runner which is available to download below:

[Download] How to Grow as a Runner 6-Step Plan
Also Race Day Blueprint- 10 Tips to Crush Your Race: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/race

Connect with Dr. Duane Scotti:

·       Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner

·       Join the Healthy Runner Facebook Community

·       Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

·       [email protected]

·       www.sparkhealthyrunner.com

Healthy Runner Podcast:

·       Apple Podcasts

·       Spotify

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Trevor and Angie co-host the Marathon Training Academy and join me for a host hangout to talk about:

• When is it okay to run with pain?
• What to look for in a training plan
• The link between life stress and injury
• How to sharpen your mental game
• The pain, rest, weakness downward spiral
• What to do when injuries aren’t getting any worse or any better
• Tips for preventing and better handling “hitting the wall”
• Overlooked but important aspects of a good training plan

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Rebecca Rushton is a Podiatrist working with runners. On today's episode we dive into her two recent publications.

Paper 1: Friction blisters: A new paradigm to explain causation
Paper 2: Friction blisters on the feet: A critical assessment of current prevention strategies

Listen now to learn the insights behind these research papers along with practical tips to treat and prevent blisters.

Also check out Rebecca's Free PDF download: The Ultimate Guide to a Blister-Free Ultramarathon Event

Rebecca's other links:
Website: https://www.blister-prevention.com/
Facebook, Insta, YouTube 

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Eoin Everard is a Physio, Pilates Instructor, has a PhD in Human Movement and is an Irish National Champion in the 1500m distance. On this episode, Eoin explains the difference between a Neuromuscular and Aerobic Runner including:

• How do we know which runner type we are?
• What is the key differences between groups?
• How can each runner type reach a performance PB?
• What weekly routines are different per runner type

Check out Eoin's book titled: Get to the Line in the Best Shape Possible

You can also send him an email: [email protected]

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Kevin Maggs joins us once again on the Run Smarter Podcast! Previously in episode 32 discussing Knee OA Misconceptions, Kevin talks today about the physiological influences on chronic pain.

Also known as pain amplifiers, Kevin dives into areas such as diet, stress, sleep, hypoxia, fats, insulin surges, free radicals, immune cells, autoimmune processes and several other influences that heighten your pain levels and delay or prevent full recovery.

Listen now to gain this crucial insight into recovery. 

To learn more about Kevin, check out his websites:

https://livelyhealthclinic.com/

https://www.peakperformancecare.com/

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