Online Running Influencers: Coaches, Con Artists & Evidence Informed? with Issac Heyne #121

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What way to evaluate information is:Applying the CRAAP test

CRAAP framework

Currency: Is the information up‑to‑date?

Relevance: Does it directly address your question or topic?

Authority: Who is the author? What are their credentials and affiliations?

Accuracy: Is the content supported by verifiable evidence and citations?

Purpose: What is the reason behind the content—informative, persuasive, commercial, or satirical

keywords: running, influencers, training load, misinformation, social media, sports medicine, physiotherapy, nutrition, community, injury prevention, running culture, injury prevention, running community, evidence-based practice, footwear innovation, personal experience, inclusivity, social media, athlete support, training methodssummaryIn this conversation, Blake Withers and Isaac Hain discuss the influence of running influencers on the sport, the importance of understanding training load, and the challenges of navigating misinformation in the running community. They explore the evolution of running knowledge, the impact of social media, and the necessity of critique in professional development. The discussion also touches on the role of nutrition in injury prevention and the positive aspects of running communities. In this conversation, the speakers explore the evolution of running culture, the impact of increased participation in the sport, and the importance of inclusivity within the running community. They discuss the challenges of traditional running paths and the role of evidence in running practices, emphasizing the need for individualized approaches to running injuries. The conversation also touches on the balance between tradition and innovation in running, the emotional connection to the sport, and the significance of engaging with the running community online. Ultimately, the speakers reflect on their personal experiences and the purpose they find in helping others navigate their running journeys.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Running and Physiotherapy

10:18 Isaac's Journey: Runner and Clinician

13:34 The Evolution of Running Knowledge

16:15 The Impact of Misinformation in Running

19:25 Navigating Social Media and Running Advice

22:30 The Role of Critique in Professional Growth

25:33 Finding Truth in Running Information

28:22 The Balance of Sharing Knowledge

31:25 Conclusion: The Future of Running and Health Information

37:54 Understanding Knowledge Gaps in Physiotherapy

41:34 Navigating Scope of Practice and Online Influence

43:45 The Role of Nutrition in Physiotherapy

46:58 The Impact of Social Media on Running Culture

52:34 The Evolution of Running and Its Community

58:36 Challenging Traditional Paths in Running

01:03:27 Balancing Old and New Practices in Training

01:08:25 Understanding Individualized Treatment in Healthcare

01:11:28 The Complexity of Physiotherapy and Patient Care

01:14:22 The Role of Social Media in Running and Community Engagement

01:17:21 Personal Experiences Shaping Professional Passion

01:20:36 Navigating Online Presence and Telehealth in Physiotherapy

01:22:38 The Evolution of Running Footwear and Personal Preferences