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Is Periodization applicable to Recreational Athletes with Craig Schmitt, Physiotherapist & Triathlon Coach

Matthew Boyd / October 3, 2021

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 …

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Should Runners use the 10% Rule to Avoid Injuries?

Matthew Boyd / January 30, 2020

Should Runners use the 10% Rule to Avoid Injuries?

Has anybody NOT heard of the 10% rule? Don't increase your running volume by more than 10% per week As we all know, this is just a rule of thumb. It …

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Training Intensity Emojis

Matthew Boyd / October 26, 2019

Training Intensity Emojis

A while back I wrote an article on training intensity guidelines for runners. The idea is to try optimise your training by making your easy days easy, and your …

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Top 3 Ways to Avoid Running Injuries

Matthew Boyd / May 14, 2019

Top 3 Ways to Avoid Running Injuries

Have you ever had a running injury? Good, then you’re a runner. 50-80% of runners will get injured in any given year (Van Gent 2007). Running injuries are an …

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Cross Training for Injured Runners

Matthew Boyd / December 21, 2017

Cross Training for Injured Runners

Running injuries suck. We all know that. However, just because you’re injured doesn’t mean you can’t continue training for that upcoming race. In this article …

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running overuse injuries

Matthew Boyd / December 14, 2017

How to Use Running to Treat Overuse Injuries

Some of the most common running injuries include patellofemoral pain (runner’s knee), plantar fasciopathy, shin splints, Iliotibial Band (ITB) syndrome, …

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The Secret to Avoiding Running Injuries

Matthew Boyd / December 7, 2017

The Secret To Avoiding Running Injuries

The secret to running injury prevention and treatment is a lot more simple than we often think. When runners get injured they will often jump to blaming their …

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Runners Mechanical Load Scale

Matthew Boyd / July 27, 2017

Runner’s Mechanical Load Scale

 Try ThisGrab something heavy from around the house. Something like a drill or a full bottle of bleach. If you have dumbbells, grab one of those. Gently rest …

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Matthew Boyd / June 8, 2017

How to Track Your Runs to Prevent Running Injuries

If you want to avoid running injuries, there is one single principle can tell you everything you will ever need to know. This single principle can be summed up …

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Knee Pain Running

Matthew Boyd / May 25, 2017

Running Injury Prevention: Load Management

Sick of stretching? Are you fed up of the foam roller? Does your pre-run routine take longer than your actual run? As a runner, I would say that I find three or …

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I am a Registered Physiotherapist within the province of Alberta, Canada only.

Any online consultations with individuals located outside of Alberta will be in my capacity as a Certified Running Coach. I do not provide Physiotherapy or injury rehabilitation services to anyone located outside of Alberta, Canada.

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