Can I just keep running through the pain? This must be one of the most common questions I hear as a Physiotherapist. The shorter answer is, actually, yeh, …
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Hansons Marathon Method
Hansons Marathon Method Hansons Marathon Method tosses out mega-long runs and high-mileage weekends—two old-fashioned running traditions that often injure …
What are the Best Strength Exercises for Runners?
Nowadays most runners know that including strength training in their program is likely to improve their performance. However, most runners aren't actually doing …
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Running Heart Rate Zones 101
Why are my Running Heart Rate Zones not accurate? Have you ever wondered why the running heart rate zones on your GPS watch or running app seem way off? So, …
Top 4 Running Form Tips based on Evidence | with Tom Goom, Physiotherapist
There is certainly no shortage of "advice" out there about running form. If your social media habits are anything like mine, you can't scroll down your feed …
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Understanding Training Zones for Running and Cycling with Nick Jankovskis, Sport Scientist
Are you confused by Training Zones? Me too! There are many different systems out there that you can use to determine your training zones. These can be based …
Is Periodization applicable to Recreational Athletes? | with Craig Schmitt, Physiotherapist & Triathlon Coach
Periodization is an idea that has been around since the middle of the 20th century. If you listen to any other endurance-themed podcasts like this one, I'm sure …
Fuelling your Training: Understanding glycogen metabolism with Bob Murray PhD
Hitting the wall is an experience most runners and triathletes are familiar with. Sometimes it's mild. Your energy feels totally drained and you want to stop. …
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The 10k: A Tale of Lactate Threshold
Working with runners every day, you start to notice patterns. When I ask my clients about their training, there is an extremely common pattern. Most runners are …
The 5k: A Tale of Three Energy Systems
A few years back my cousin, Adrian, invited me to do a Park Run. Park Runs are a popular event in the UK. Each weekend runners line up for a 5k race in parks …
What Causes Running Injuries? | E23 with Jason Tuori, Physical Therapist & Running Coach
Every runner gets injured at some point. Estimates on how often runners get injured vary, depending on which study you read. In any given year it is estimated …
Strength Training for Knee Osteoarthritis | E22 with Dr. Claire Minshull, Rehabilitation and Conditioning Specialist
So you love to run, but now you've got the news that you have knee osteoarthritis. You thought it was the end of your running career but you stumbled across a …
Osteitis Pubis: Pubic Bone Pain in Runners
Osteitis Pubis is a relatively uncommon cause of pubic bone pain in runners. However, when it occurs it can be a real nightmare to get rid of it. A few months …
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What is Swimmer’s Shoulder | E20 with Jo Gibson, Physiotherapist
Shoulder pain with swimming is often referred to as Swimmer's Shoulder. It's a fairly common problem among swimmers and even some triathletes. So what is …
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Osteoarthritis Optimism for Runners | E19 with Dr Greg Lehman, Chiropractor, Physiotherapist
"Bad News Hun, the Doc says it's bone on bone..." Have you been told you should quit running because of hip or knee osteoarthritis (OA)? That it's bone on …
Runners Knee and Obesity | E18 with Amanda Schennato
Runner's knee refers to a bunch of different conditions that cause knee pain in runners. However, it is most commonly used in reference to patellofemoral pain. …
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Achilles Tendon Pain in Runners | E17 with Myles Murphy, Physiotherapist
Achilles tendon pain is one of the most common and persistent running injuries. Many runners experience Achilles tendon pain after particularly long or hard …
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Pain does not equal Damage | E16 with Mike Stewart, Physiotherapist
"If I keep running, will I be causing more damage?" I think all runners have asked themselves this question at some point. If you have knee pain, and your …
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How to fix Patella Tendonitis in Runners
Patella Tendonitis will usually present as pain on the inferior pole of the patella (kneecap). The inferior pole is the very bottom edge of the kneecap. Patella …
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Does Running Cause Knee Arthritis?
If I had a dime for every time I'd heard that! I don't actually know how much a dime is, being English and all. I'm guessing it's something to do with "10"...10 …