In today's episode, Brodie replies to a listener question: “I have had PHT bilaterally for close to a year and have also had bilateral chronic plantar fasciitis for many years. On one of the podcasts you mentioned when there are bilateral tendon issues, that may raise some red flags that there may be another contributing factor going on". "Any suggestions of other medical areas beyond muscular that I should consider looking into would be greatly appreciated. Thank you again for your educational and enlightening sessions on PHT”.Brodie dives into this question and makes reference to a paper titled: Pathogenesis of tendinopathies: inflammation or degeneration?This episode is broken down into 5 categories:GeneticsMal-alignmentTraining loads/compensationIntrinsic ailments AgingBecome 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

Damian McMahon is a physiotherapist from Ireland and also the creator of the Outlier nordic T-bar. This device is designed to make eccentric nordic exercises accessible within your house and without complicated set-ups.Brodie tried out the t-bar personally and decided to chat with Damian about the idea behind his device.We also cover useful information to help runners strengthen their hamstrings along with Damian's 3 tips to reduce your risk of a hamstring strain. Learn about the outlier nordic T-bar on InstagramVisit Damian's website hereBecome 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

Duane Scotti is a Physical Therapist, Run Coach and host of the Healthy Runner Podcast.Today, Brodie and Duane talk about base training. Duane goes through:What is base training and what are the essential components?What are the benefits of base training?What are some common mistakes runners make when incorporating base training?How should we progress our weekly mileage, long runs and incorporate deload weeks into our training?Lastly, Duane answers a question from a podcast patron: "How does a runner increase their base when training for an ultra? Is it different when handling large running volumes?"Visit Duane's home base at https://sparkyourtraining.com/Check out Duane's podcast by searching 'The Healthy Runner' in your podcast directory. 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

In today's episode, Brodie reviews a 2019 paper titled 'World-Class Long-Distance Running Performances Are Best Predicted by Volume of Easy Runs and Deliberate Practice of Short-Interval and Tempo Runs'. This paper examines world-class athletes and their training habits in a 10-week lead-up to their goal event. They analyse all different training sessions including:Easy runsTempo runsLong-interval trainingShort-interval trainingCompetitionTime trialsWill the results uncover the secret sauce of training? Brodie goes through the conclusion and adds his thoughts and interpretations. 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

This episode is dedicated to those who have been struggling with minor, yet stubborn symptoms.Brodie consults a lot of injured runners who are puzzled when their injury doesn't get worse but isn't getting better. We uncover the troubleshooting and reasons behind injuries getting stuck in limbo and how you can overcome them. Brodie starts by discussing common reasons why an injury can become so stubborn and dives into the nature of an injury as well as the motivation levels of the runner. Finally, Brodie talks about his 8 takeaways if you're facing a stubborn injury that isn't getting better or worse. 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 unpacks the causes, treatments and management principles of lower-limb muscle strains:Tune in to this episode to learn:The differences between a grade 1,2 and 3 muscle strain.Common areas for runners to develop muscle strains, and why they occur.Early management effectiveness. Including rest, ice, compression, elevation, compression and anti-inflammation medication.Advice around loading and running with a strained muscle.Week 1 management of hamstring strains and calf strains with exercise examples for each. 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

In today's solo episode, Brodie dives into his tips to help runners who are managing multiple injuries. When injured, it can be tough to plan a running schedule, find cross-training options and find time for rehabilitation exercises. However, this problem gets a lot more complicated when facing more than one injury at one time. Brodie breaks down this episode into four phases to help you with your injury management:Phase 1: Finding the running dosages and running modifications for all current injuries.Phase 2: Finding a cross-training alternative, along with modifications to not flare-up injuries.Phase 3: Ways to successfully manage the time to rehabilitate all injuries with rehab exercises.Phase 4: Uncovering the most proactive, efficient strength training program while dealing with multiple 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

In today's episode, Brodie talks about the difference between an innocent niggle and an injury. Brodie breaks down his own ideas, thoughts and definitions between the two experiences and the symptoms, characteristics and treatment approaches for reach. Listen in to learn:How long a niggle should last.At what point a niggle carries over into an injuryWhat relevance you should give nigglesWhat the treatment response should be for both a niggle and an injury. 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

Lindsey is a PT and also competed as a 4-year scholar-athlete playing soccer. Furthering her career she became a board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 2016.  She then completed the University of Chicago Medicine Orthopedic Manual Therapy Fellowship in 2019.   Her clinical and research interests include treating runners and triathletes, people with chronic and persistent pain, and people with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) syndrome.  She is an avid marathon runner and long-course triathlete and It was her own hip journey with FAI and a labral tear that sparked her interest in helping others with hip issues get back to doing the things they love.We dive into the definition, pathology and clinical signs of FAI along with the likely contributing factors in running.Brodie and Lindsey also discuss the prevalence of incidental findings with MRI scans and the asymptomatic prevalence within the healthy community.Lindsey also shares the common misconceptions about this condition, rehabilitation advice and treatment.We also answer your patron questions including the risks of running with FAI and the likelihood of developing other running-related injuries if untreated. Instagram is: @plassptperformance  website: plassptperformance.com email: lindsey@plassptperformance.comBecome 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

After developing PHT in 2016, Michelle encountered 13 doctors and 3 years of pain before reaching an accurate diagnosis.Through lifestyle changes, strength exercises and finding the right therapist, she managed to eventually see progress.Michelle has returned to 25 miles per week of pain-free running and is ready to share her success story.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