The Run Smarter Podcast

By popular demand, this is an updated episode covering the old and new information about Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy. Brodie recaps the previous two episodes on this condition including:Why your hamstring tendinopathy isn't getting better with Maryke LouwWhat Brodie has learnt from Proximal Hamstring TendinopathyAfter reviewing the takeaways from these previous episodes, Brodie shares 5 new updates to help with injury prevention and rehabilitation of this condition. Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Peter Brukner is a Medical Doctor and Sports Medicine Physician who has worked with elite national and international sporting teams. After a revolutionary personal experience, Peter shifted his career focussing on the role of carbohydrates in our bodies and how the experts got food and diet so wrong.He published a book titled 'A Fat Lot of Good' and is on a mission to better educate the western world about diet and inflammation.I talk to Dr. Brukner about the role of inflammation in relation to healthy and injured recreational runners and explore how an improved diet can help minimise pain, overcome injuries and assist in athletic performance. Defeat Diabetes WebsiteBook: A Fat Lot of GoodBecome a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

McKale is a dietician and runner and has a big passion for iron. Today, McKale answers the remaining patron questions including:How can I lose weight without putting myself in a calorie deficit that heightens my risk of injury?How should my diet change if I move from a maintenance phase to training for a race?How soon after running should I eat?What is the optimal electrolyte drink to consume before, during and after running?Can iron play a role in IBS and distance running?Check out McKale on Twitter @McKaleDavisOr ask her a question at mckale.montgomery@okstate.eduBecome a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

McKale is a dietician, runner, and has a big passion for iron. Iron is a major component of hemoglobin, a type of protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the body. Today, McKale talks about the role of iron, why it is important for runners and what you should do if deficient.Throughout the interview, Mckale talks about:Is a drop in energy levels during certain parts of the menstrual cycle caused by low iron?Does a runner require a diet higher in iron?Are infusions and supplements necessary? And are there any dangers?Check out McKale on Twitter @McKaleDavisOr ask her a question at mckale.montgomery@okstate.eduBecome a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Today's episode covers a question submitted by a podcast listener:“Do you consider rehab exercises to count towards strength training? I do my 15-20 minutes of exercises that were prescribed for a hamstring injury 5 days/week, but also try to do strength training 3 days/week for 30 minutes. So when I do all that, plus run 50-60 miles per week, it’s like a full-time job! Can I condense all this without sacrificing strength?”Brodie discussed the general guidelines, principles and frequencies of rehabilitation exercises and strength exercises. In addition, how do these variables change when the injury gets better or experiences a flare-up.Tune in to learn how to schedule your week and create an efficient, effective weekly routine to better serve your running and recovery. Check out the new Run Smarter YOUTUBE ChannelBecome a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

The reason why women sustain more soft tissue injury than men during physical activity is unknown. Studies may indicate that tendons in women have a lower rate of new connective tissue formation, respond less to mechanical loading, and have a lower mechanical strength, which may leave the tissue more susceptible to injury.Brodie reviews a paper titled: 'The adaptability of tendon to loading differs in men and women' and lists several key takeaways and interpretations for male and female athletes when training and rehabilitating their injuries. Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Brodie reviews a 2022 paper hot off the press titled 'Spatiotemporal and Ground-Reaction Force Characteristics as Risk Factors for Running-Related Injury'. The purpose of this study was to identify risk factors among spatiotemporal and ground-reaction force characteristics in recreational runners and to investigate whether shoe cushioning modifies the association between running biomechanics and injury risk.Brodie dissects each element of this paper and the surprising results.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Maddie is a recreational runner who has had bilateral plantar fasciitis for over 5 years. She has faced debilitating symptoms including intense pain, pins and needles and burning sensations which dramatically altered her social life. Cooking, shopping, walking the dogs and playing with her son were sometimes ceased because the pain was so bad. Despite periods of time not running, the pain continued.Maddie shares her newfound improvement after actively researching pain science and implementing exercises such as mindfulness, deep breathing and mantras into her regular routine. She talks about the sudden change of symptoms, the relevance of heightened awareness to an injury and her new understanding of having a flareup.Listen to this episode to gain insight into the bio-psycho-social side of pain and the practical tips you can make to enhance your recovery. Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Tomasz Drybala is a flow and mindful running teacher, extreme runner and author of 'Flow-up: Get rid of anxiety, stress and overwhelm and unlock focus, creativity and joy'. In this episode, Brodie and Tom talk about flow state, including the benefits, purpose, and the factor that enhance and inhibit flow state.Tom also talks about his upcoming challenge which involves almost 25,000 miles of running from New York to London. Tune in to learn about running mindfulness and active meditation to help your running performance, your emotional state, and your recovery from injury. Follow Tomasz's incredible journey on instagram Learn more about his online community and courses at https://tomaszdrybala.com/ Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Brodie starts with exciting new developments on the run smarter book and YouTube channel before providing a recap of pain science. Pain is influenced by physiological, psychological and social variables and when considering pain and recovery, your thoughts and emotions can play a significant role.Listen to this episode to learn about psychological elements that can enhance your recovery and why CBT or cognitive behavioural therapy can play a crucial role.The premise behind CBT is:What we thinkAffects how we feel emotionallyAffects how we feel physicallyAffects how we act and behaveCBT is taking the bio-psycho-social influences and applying them to your advantage. Tune in to this episode to learn how. Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group