The Run Smarter Podcast

(Description from the Everyday Ultra podcast with host Joe Corcione)It’s never fun dealing with injuries when it comes to ultrarunning; especially when it prevents us from doing the things we love to do the most.That’s why I invited today’s guest, Brodie Sharpe, onto the show to give you an absolute masterclass in preventing and rehabbing running-related injuries. And when it comes to this subject, there’s no better person to go to than Brodie!Brodie is a renowned physiotherapist who, over the last 8 years, has helped hundreds of runners repair and reduce running-related injuries. He is also the host of the Run Smarter Series Podcast, a show dedicated to helping you become a better and healthier runner. His podcast is ranked in the top 1.5% of podcasts globally.Before this podcast interview, I personally worked with Brodie to heal an awful IT-Band injury I had that was preventing me from running. But, with Brodie’s incredible insight and coaching, I was able to heal the injury in 4 weeks (whereas it took me 3 months to heal the same injury when I had it a couple of years ago). Brodie is the real deal!In this episode, Brodie and I chat about the biggest mistakes and misconceptions that people have when it comes to injuries, what steps you can take to make sure you reduce the risk of injury, and the most impactful ways to sustainably rehab injuries so you can get back to running. Find the Everyday ultra podcast here: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

Today, Brodie answers these listener questions:1.) "If an experienced runner is forced into taking downtime for either an unrelated injury, illness, or just life getting in the way for an extended period of time, how slow should the “come back” be when they start running again?"2.) "Can you highlight some common cross-training injuries? Especially like cycling/swimming as injured runners tend to turn to them, so to prevent them getting an overuse injury as well from cross-training?"3.) "In a situation where a beginner runner is dealing with very tight calves muscles due to weakness and is recommended strengthening such as calves raises. What do you do when the muscles feel even worst?"4.) "I'm following a running program from 80/20 Endurance that plans 5-6 running days per week. That's too much because I'm currently running 3 days per week with strength training 3 days, opposite to running days. If I want to increase to 4 or 5 running days per week how should I maintain the strength training?"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

Today, Brodie answers these listener questions:1.) Is running on asphalt harmful?2.) For easy runs/base training does HR have to be aerobic zone (eg. on Garmin watch)?3.) Should I trust my Garmin? Recovery time is whack and I feel great when it says I need rest.4.) Should those with a lot of experience in both the marathon and with strength training lift heavy during their marathon training segment or scale back?5.) Have you seen enough benefit for runners to spend time on learning Olympic lifts to use in their strength sessions?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

Jay is a physical therapist, author, expert in biomechanical analysis and the creator of the mobo board.On this episode, Jay dives into the importance of foot function that all runners should consider. Jay shares the foundational exercises and tests you can perform to determine your foot's level of coordination, stability and strength.We also touch on minimalist footwear, orthotic prescription and Jay's favourite foot strength exercises.Finally, Jay speaks about the most common mistakes and misconceptions he has witnessed in his decades of work.Check out Jay's website www.anathletesbody.com and www.moboboard.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

In preparation for the run smarter book, Brodie shares his tightrope walking analogy to help runners comprehend the components that increase or decrease their risk of 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

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