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Will Runner’s Knee Heal By Itself

Grace Parry / March 23, 2024

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 …

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Why to Avoid Running Comfortably Hard (1)

Grace Parry / March 16, 2024

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 …

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Does Foam Rolling Help With IT Band Syndrome

Grace Parry / March 9, 2024

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

Grace Parry / February 24, 2024

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 …

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Running and Knee Athritis - What About All That Pounding!

Grace Parry / February 15, 2024

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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Grace Parry / February 15, 2024

Off-Season Nutrition for Runners | with Emily Moore, Registered Dietician

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Build the Muscles to Alleviate Runner's Knee

Grace Parry / January 24, 2024

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

Grace Parry / January 24, 2024

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

Grace Parry / January 12, 2024

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

Grace Parry / January 6, 2024

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, …

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Project 2024

Matthew Boyd / December 31, 2023

Project 2024

In this episode, Matthew Boyd shares his approach to setting goals for the year using the Four Buckets framework. The four buckets represent health, wealth, …

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From Patellar Tendinopathy to Berlin Marathon Chris' Story

Matthew Boyd / December 19, 2023

From Patellar Tendinopathy to Berlin Marathon | Chris’ Story

In this episode, Matthew Boyd interviews his client, Chris, about his running journey and struggles with knee pain. Chris shares how he started distance running …

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How Do I Hydrate for My Long Run

Matthew Boyd / December 16, 2023

How Do I Hydrate for My Long Run?

This episode provides a starting point for developing a hydration strategy for long-distance runners. It covers the importance of hydration and electrolyte …

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How Do You Taper Effectively with Sophie Lane, Exercise Physiologist

Matthew Boyd / December 13, 2023

How Do You Taper Effectively? | with Sophie Lane, Exercise Physiologist

In this episode, physiotherapist and running coach Matthew Boyd interviews Sophie Lane, an exercise physiologist and running coach, about tapering for races. …

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Pain, Rest, Weakness. The Vicious Cycle of Running Injuries

Matthew Boyd / December 9, 2023

Pain, Rest, Weakness. The Vicious Cycle of Running Injuries

Natalia wants to run her first marathon in Greece but has been struggling with hip pain and a recurring injury cycle. Traditional healthcare advice of rest has …

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From Knee Pain Down Stairs to Half Marathon Training Bridget's Story

Matthew Boyd / December 4, 2023

From Knee Pain Down Stairs to Half Marathon Training | Bridget’s Story

Summary In this episode, Matthew Boyd interviews Bridget Bohannon, a runner who experienced knee pain and sought solutions to get back to running. Bridget …

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Off-Season Training to Avoid Running Injuries with Gab Lesnett, Physical Therapist

Matthew Boyd / December 4, 2023

Off-Season Training to Avoid Running Injuries | with Gab Lesnett, Physical Therapist

Off-Season Training to Avoid Running Injuries In this episode, Matthew Boyd and Gab Lesnett discuss off-season training for runners. They address the …

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Physical Therapy not Working for Running Injury

Matthew Boyd / December 2, 2023

Running is the Rehab

Bridget struggled with persistent knee pain despite months of physical therapy. Diagnosed with IT band pain and Runner's knee, she faced a gap in traditional …

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Barefoot Running A Podiatric Surgeon’s Story with Dr. Stephen Dini

Matthew Boyd / November 28, 2023

Barefoot Running: A Podiatric Surgeon’s Story | with Dr. Stephen Dini

When Born to Run came out in 2009 it took the running world by storm. It challenged long-held beliefs about running shoes and launched an army of barefoot …

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From Runner's Knee to NYC Marathon Jenn's Story

Matthew Boyd / November 25, 2023

From Runner’s Knee to NYC Marathon | Jenn’s Story

When we met last year, Jenn had been struggling with Runner's knee for years. It had only gotten worse recently and she'd been told by a bunch of health …

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