Hedie started running to improve her health and avoid potential health problems. However, life events disrupted her running routine, and she struggled to stay …
Foot and Ankle Injuries in Ultra Runners
A study found that 71% of ultramarathon runners reported foot or ankle injuries in the previous 12 months, with plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendonitis being …
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Top 3 Running Technique Drills
In this episode, Matthew Boyd discusses three common running technique errors: low cadence, overstriding, and knock knee running. He provides drills to address …
What Should I Eat For Race Week | with Emily Moore, Registered Dietician
In this episode, Matthew Boyd and Emily Moore discuss nutrition and fueling strategies for races. They cover topics such as supplements, carb loading, and carb …
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When Physical Therapy Doesn’t Work For Running Injuries
In this episode, Matthew Boyd discusses the limitations of traditional physical therapy in treating running injuries. The episode highlights the importance of …
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Will Runner’s Knee Heal By Itself?
Will Runner’s Knee Heal By Itself? Not according to researchers from The University of Melbourne. I was doing a Free Strategy Call with a Runner the …
Why to Avoid Running Comfortably Hard
In this episode, Matthew Boyd interviews Bill Kossmann, a runner who experienced a loss of motivation and struggled with back pain during his training. Bill …
Does Foam Rolling Help With IT Band Syndrome?
Does Foam Rolling Help With IT Band Syndrome? According to a recent study in The International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy, probably not. Many …
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If You Have a Line, Cross It
Steve loves running trails. It’s like a little mini-holiday from the city. As soon as his feet are on dirt, he feels the tension just melt away. He’s always …
Running and Knee Arthritis – What About All That Pounding!?
This episode explores the relationship between running and knee arthritis. Jean, a runner diagnosed with arthritis, had given up on running due to concerns …
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Off-Season Nutrition for Runners | with Emily Moore, Registered Dietician
Build the Muscles to Alleviate Runner’s Knee
Runner's knee is a common condition that affects runners and can cause various types of knee pain. The primary cause of knee pain in runners is the high amount …
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Release the Constraint on Your Running Performance
The episode emphasizes the importance of identifying and releasing constraints to improve performance, using the example of Scott. Scott, a former professional …
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Prepare The Child for The Road, Not The Road for The Child
This episode explores the concept of preparing the child for the road, not the road for the child, and relates it to runner's knee. It discusses the common …
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All Running Injuries Are The Same
In this episode, Matthew Boyd discusses the three things needed to get back to full training after a running injury. Using the metaphor of a mountain climber, …