Two Reasons. Today we’re going to discuss what they are and how to avoid them but first… Who cares why runners quit? As a Physio, I’ve been helping …
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My Epic Battle with DadBod
At the start of this year I was getting fat and weak. My entire adult life, I hovered around 170 pounds. I never bothered to weigh myself because it was always …
Load vs Capacity: How to Actually Fix Your Running Injury
In this episode, Matthew talks with physiotherapist and podcaster Brodie Sharpe about how you can actually fix your running injury. They discuss the different …
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How to Get a Marathon PR | With Jason Fitzgerald, Running Coach
Have you hit a plateau in your running? Are you wondering how to get a marathon PR? Well, you're in luck. Today we're going to chat with the one and only Jason …
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How Do I Keep My Heart Rate In Zone 2?
How Do I Keep My Heart Rate in Zone 2? This is one of the most common questions I get from runners. So today I’m going to take a deeper dive into Zone 2 …
Can Slow Running make you Faster?
Most runners have heard that slow running will help improve their performance. However, time and time again I see runners going too fast on their slow runs. …
What should I Eat to Fuel my Run?
What should I Eat to Fuel my Run? | with Stephanie Small, Registered Dietician Runners often use gels and sports drinks to fuel their long runs. In my …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Strength Exercises for Runner’s Knee
Thanks to a wonderful review from Rich Willy and his colleagues we know that we have Grade A evidence that strength training is beneficial for runner's knee. We …
Triathlon Clubs for Dummies | E9 with Teresa Harrison, Triathlon Coach
Subscribe to the Podcast... Triathlon clubs help you learn all those little things that you would never think of. "Bring two pairs of goggles to a race" …
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Run Clubs for Dummies | E8 with Matthew David
Run Clubs are an awesome way for newbie runners to stay accountable and motivated while making friends and learning the dos and don'ts of running. Matthew David …
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