The Run Smarter Podcast

Shawn Bearden is the host of the very successful 'Science Of Ultra' podcast. He is a full professor of Physiology at the Idaho State University and has a particular interest in running economy, bioenergetics and physiology thresholds. Today we step in another direction and talk about the mental side of endurance running. Topics we cover are:What are the key differences between marathons and ultras?Which common traits leads runners to thrive in ultras?How can someone build on their psychological limits?How do we know when to push on & when to back off?Here are all the links for Science of Ultra:Website: https://www.scienceofultra.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ScienceOfUltraYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGTYwCx8S1-sWBm5qK4eFUwPodcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-ultra-ultra-marathon-trail-running-expertise/id1042673386?ls=1&mt=2Become 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

Maryke Louw is a sports injury Physiotherapist and delivers excellent content around injury diagnosis and management. She is a practicing clinician and online physiotherapist with a big passion treating runners. Today she shares her top 5 topics around proximal hamstring tendinopathy and why some clients are not recovering. Some of our topics include:The role of compression around tendinopathy managementDoes the type of running effect me?Should I be stretching?What exercises should I start with & how can I progress?How long does a hamstring tendinopathy take to heal?Debunking beliefs around this condition. Please follow Maryke's work on these platforms: https://www.sports-injury-physio.com/meet-sports-physiotherapist-marykehttps://www.facebook.com/SportsInjuryPhysio/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuGyKVhuCa_iattvhM4DlQQBecome 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 we identify common misconceptions surrounding knee osteoarthritis and bust common myths you might have. Ideas around:What is knee OA?What causes knee OA?What are the consequences of having OA?What is the symptom timeline?What are common non-surgical treatments?We also discuss the correlation between running and osteoarthritis. What some common symptoms are and if you can continue to run with OA. The answers might surprise you!Kevin Maggs is an instructor for The Running Clinic in the US, he helps deliver sound evidence-based advice to runners and medical practitioners alike. Link here for Kevin's twitter account: https://twitter.com/RunningReformLink here to learn more about The Running Clinic courses: https://therunningclinic.com/enBecome 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

Discover effective strategies for dealing with plantar fasciitis! The discussion kicks off with essential pain reduction techniques and the importance of proper footwear. Progressing to strengthening exercises, the podcast stresses individualized treatment approaches. Preventive strategies are also highlighted, with tips on gradual load management and mindful transitions in movement. Stay ahead of the injury game with practical insights on rehabilitation and prevention!

Plantar Fasciitis (AKA plantar heel pain & plantar fasciopathy) can be extremely debilitating for runners & is very commonly a chronic condition. But it doesn't have to be! This episode covers crucial information about plantar fasciitis in running much as:common symptomsdiagnostic tests & relevant scanshow long plantar fasciitis takes to recoverother potential causes for your symptomsplantar fasciitis risk factorsBecome 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

Runner's knee AKA Patellofemoral pain syndrome is a complex topic. So Pat & Mike from That's Running Podcast helped me with providing the best advice for you and your knee pain.Some topics we discuss are:How we define PFJ pain & outdated terminologyWhy you should stop foam rolling your ITBCorrect diagnosis before undergoing treatmentWhat are the treatment options for youCommon mistakes with PFJ painCommon training errorsIs changing your shoes the answer?If you love hearing the boys and want to continue following them, head to their podcast or the links below:https://www.facebook.com/thatsrunning/https://www.instagram.com/thatsrunning/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

Dr Amy Bender is a sleep scientist on a mission to promote sleep for well-being & better performance. She is the perfect guest to have on the podcast to discuss it's importance for your running performance, recovery and efficiency. We discuss:Link between sleep and running injuriesWhat you need to know about the different sleep stagesSigns & symptoms of poor sleep habitsImportance of both sleep quality and quantity Common sleeping disorders for runnersCan I sleep too much?Practical tips for sleep hygieneRight sleep position and pillowHere are the links for:Amy's twitter account https://twitter.com/Sleep4SportAmy's insta account https://www.instagram.com/sleep4sport/Here is a link for the sleep questionnaire:  https://static-content.springer.com/esm/art%3A10.1186%2Fs40798-018-0140-5/MediaObjects/40798_2018_140_MOESM1_ESM.pdfBecome 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

Tyson hosts the Relaxed Running Podcast and we combined my knowledge as a physiotherapist with his knowledge as a running coach to put together a list of common training errors. Whether you have been running for 10 weeks or 10 years you will learn a lot from today's episode. We cover:The errors with doing too much too soon.The dangers with combining certain training variablesThe benefits of running slow and finding your 'embarrassing pace'.Linking training errors with sleep, stress and recovery.The dangers of lacking consistency.The big factor of frustration when recovering from an injury.Relaxed Running Podcast can be found on insta: https://www.instagram.com/relaxed_running/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

Chloe is an Advanced Sports Dietitian and co-owner of the Health Performance Collective. She also works with athletes including the Parramatta Eels Rugby team. If you want to progress in your running performance, you need the right advice around nutrition. Here are some of the topics we cover:Subtle symptoms that might relate to poor nutrition.Signs of a healthy nutritional balanceWhat FODMAP and IBS is and how it effects our runningIs there a relationship between diet and injury?The miscommunication with implementing a low FODMAP diet.Training errors that can lead to gut issues.You can follow Chloe's 2 instagram pages here:https://www.instagram.com/chloe_mcleod_dietitian/https://www.instagram.com/health_performance_collective/And more about her low FODMAP challenge here:https://www.instagram.com/thefodmapchallenge/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

Dr Peter Malliaras has been a clinical researcher in the field of tendinopathy pathology and rehabilitation for more than 15 years. He has contributed to more than 55 peer review publications surrounding tendinopathy and as a clinician, sees around 30-40 tendinopathy clients per week.I pick his brain around:The latest research in tendon pain and tendon rehabilitationWhat management has shifted in the past 5-10 yearsWhat we can conclude with shockwave. PRP and cortisone injections.Best management from acute to chronicWhen to be sent for scansWhat other structures could be contributing to painYour Facebook questions also get answered!To visit Peter's website head to:  https://www.tendinopathyrehab.com/For Peter's twitter go to: https://twitter.com/DrPeteMalliarasBecome 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