
The Run Smarter Podcast
Expand your running knowledge, identify running misconceptions and become a faster, healthier, SMARTER runner. Let Brodie Sharpe become your new running guide as he teaches you powerful injury insights from his many years as a physiotherapist while also interviewing the best running gurus in the world. This is ideal for injured runners & runners looking for injury prevention and elevated performance. So, take full advantage by starting at season 1 where Brodie teaches you THE TOP PRINCIPLES TO OVERCOME ANY RUNNING INJURY and let’s begin your run smarter journey.
Latest episodes

Oct 1, 2023 • 48min
Gait Retraining for Performance, Treatment & Prevention with Dr. Izzy Moore
We have the legendary Dr. Izzy Moore who is a world-leading researcher in Cardiff. Izzy Moore has done a lot of work on gait-retraining and cadence changes. Today I pick Izzy’s brain on how a recreational runner can change their running technique to help their performance, overcome a running injury and injury prevention. Izzy shares the latest research on gait retraining for injuries, specifically ITB friction syndrome, patellofemoral knee pain and stress fractures.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

Sep 24, 2023 • 26min
Long-Run Distances for Marathon Prep
Learn how to optimize your marathon training plan and fine-tune your long-run strategy for your best race day ever. This episode unravels the critical missing piece to your marathon training puzzle. Working out what your long-run distance should be, if you are looking to run a personal best.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

Sep 17, 2023 • 1h 15min
Flat feet: A Deformity, or Healthy Variant? with Ian Griffiths & Gabriel Moisan
Gabriel & Ian are the co-authors of a new paper titled: Flat feet: deformities or healthy anatomical variants?Today, we discuss where the narrative of 'flat-feet is bad' came from and whether the theory correlates with the research.We also answer the question if people with flat feet are more injury prone and need interventions such as orthotics and stability shoes.Papers mentioned in the episode:Flat feet: deformities or healthy anatomical variants?The effect of foot orthoses and insoles on running economy and performance in distance runners: A systematic review and meta-analysisFlatfoot over the centuries: the background of current conservative and operative treatmentsBecome 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

Sep 10, 2023 • 1h 5min
Pro Runner Spotlight: Andy Buchanan
Andy Buchanan is an Australian runner who ran his debut marathon in 2022 with an impressive time of 2:12:23. He qualified and ran in the commonwealth games shortly after. Listen in as Andy unpacks his training schedule, including weekly mileage, strength training, fueling, nutrition, recovery, psychology and every other element to make you a better runner. 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

Sep 3, 2023 • 1h 13min
Jen’s Chronic Pain Success Story (Mind-Body & Healing)
Jen has been dealing with chronic pain for a very long time but after a journey of self-discovery and unlocking the potential of the mind-body connection she has managed to return to running pain-free.Run Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Aug 27, 2023 • 1h 3min
Becoming a Sustainable Runner with Tina Muir
Tina Muir is the founder and CEO of Running for Real, a support network and community for runners; a mother of two; and a former elite runner turned sustainability advocate. She hosts the Running For Real podcast and has now co-authored a book titled: Becoming a Sustainable Runner: A Guide to Running for Life, Community, and PlanetCheck it out here: https://becomingasustainablerunner.com/ Run Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Aug 20, 2023 • 41min
Pes Anserine Tendinopathy & Bursitis
This Episode dives into the research of Pes Anserine Tendinopathy & Bursitis including the anatomy, pathology, signs and symptoms, risk factors and treatment 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

Aug 13, 2023 • 1h 9min
Pro Runner Spotlight: Joel Tobin-White
Joel Tobin-White is an Athlete/Coach, Ex Pro Triathlete turned full-time runner and is the co-host of 'For the Kudos'.Over his career Joel has clocked some impressive times including a 62min Half marathon, 13:38 5K and 28:47 10k.On the podcast, we dive into Joel's career highlights, his injury woes, and how he has re-engineered his approach to training to reduce his injury risk.We also answer your questions including:What does Joel think about running 2 sessions in 1 day?What are the early signs to know your are pushing yourself too hard?How how strength training is required when preparing for a triathlon?Should recreational runners do Km or Mile intervals like the pros? Or should it be based on time?Follow on Insta:@Joeltobinblack@forthekudosBecome 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

Aug 6, 2023 • 57min
Gut Health for Running Performance with Chloe McLeod (Re-Run: Mar, 2020)
Chloe McLeod 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:In this episode you will learn: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.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

Jul 30, 2023 • 41min
The Most Common Marathon Mistakes
Brodie posted on some of the biggest running facebook groups 'What mistakes did you make in your first marathon?'After 230 responses, Brodie collected these into 6 categories and breaks them down in today's episode.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
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