Rehab For Runners

The gluteus medius has multiple actions- hip abduction, hip internal rotation, hip external rotation, and single leg stability to prevent hip drop. Most runners have heard of the gluteus medius because social media told them to strengthen it or they have learned about it in previous PT. The gluteus medius is an important muscle to run stronger and stabilize the hip and knee, but does it prevent injuries? Specifically if we strengthen into hip abduction?Research and Links:Barebell Protein BarsRunners Complete ProgramResearch 1Research 1Youtube Video to strengthen the gluteus medius

The gluteus medius has multiple actions- hip abduction, hip internal rotation, hip external rotation, and single leg stability to prevent hip drop. Most runners have heard of the gluteus medius because social media told them to strengthen it or they have learned about it in previous PT. The gluteus medius is an important muscle to run stronger and stabilize the hip and knee, but does it prevent injuries? Specifically if we strengthen into hip abduction?Research and Links:Barebell Protein BarsRunners Complete ProgramResearch 1Research 1Youtube Video to strengthen the gluteus medius

Have you ever wondered if your weight affects your knee pain or is even causing your knee pain?In today's solo episode, we dive into the research that compares runners BMI and determined if that is affecting their knee injuries and recovery. We also compare the injury location for one with a higher BMI and why BMI might not be the best way to determine if someone is overweight or obese.Links and Resources:Research ArticleJogology Socks (I have medium cushion)Zone 2 Freebie: Set up your zone 2 heart rate range with this free videoBMI Calculator

Have you ever wondered if your weight affects your knee pain or is even causing your knee pain?In today's solo episode, we dive into the research that compares runners BMI and determined if that is affecting their knee injuries and recovery. We also compare the injury location for one with a higher BMI and why BMI might not be the best way to determine if someone is overweight or obese.Links and Resources:Research ArticleJogology Socks (I have medium cushion)Zone 2 Freebie: Set up your zone 2 heart rate range with this free videoBMI Calculator

Are you tired of waking up hungover? Or feeling like alcohol is effecting your career or life goals? Today we have Luc Zoratto, a life coach, marathoner, husband, and dad that talks us through his story to sobriety. His atypical path to sobriety didn't start as being a drunk or going to AA. Today, Luc has helped hundreds of people on their path to drinking less and becoming sober so they can perform to their highest level through group coaching, 1 on 1 coaching and his run club, Sober Striders.Follow Luc's journey: https://www.marathon2sobriety.ca/Follow Luc on IG: https://www.instagram.com/marathon2soFree Video Series: Setting Up Your Zone 2 Running

Are you tired of waking up hungover? Or feeling like alcohol is effecting your career or life goals? Today we have Luc Zoratto, a life coach, marathoner, husband, and dad that talks us through his story to sobriety. His atypical path to sobriety didn't start as being a drunk or going to AA. Today, Luc has helped hundreds of people on their path to drinking less and becoming sober so they can perform to their highest level through group coaching, 1 on 1 coaching and his run club, Sober Striders.Follow Luc's journey: https://www.marathon2sobriety.ca/Follow Luc on IG: https://www.instagram.com/marathon2soFree Video Series: Setting Up Your Zone 2 Running

Was barefoot running a trend or is it actually something we should be progressing towards? Is the book Born to Run accurate in that barefoot running prevents injuries?In today's episode, Dr. Lisa explains what happens to a runner's gait when they switch from a shod running shoe to a barefoot shoe or barefoot. She answers questions like:What is the research behind barefoot running?When it is appropriate to run barefoot?What are the pros and cons of barefoot running?Should I progress towards running barefoot?Are we really "Born to Run"?Research and Links:Born to Run Book on AmazonRunners Complete Programhttps://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-021-83056https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6604239/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9741467/Buy Dr. Lisa a coffee

Was barefoot running a trend or is it actually something we should be progressing towards? Is the book Born to Run accurate in that barefoot running prevents injuries?In today's episode, Dr. Lisa explains what happens to a runner's gait when they switch from a shod running shoe to a barefoot shoe or barefoot. She answers questions like:What is the research behind barefoot running?When it is appropriate to run barefoot?What are the pros and cons of barefoot running?Should I progress towards running barefoot?Are we really "Born to Run"?Research and Links:Born to Run Book on AmazonRunners Complete Programhttps://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-021-83056https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6604239/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9741467/Buy Dr. Lisa a coffee

When it comes to your first race at a new distance, the A goal should be to finish, but for your second time around, your goals can become more specific.In today's episode, Dr. Lisa talks you through things she is doing different for her second marathon and why. She also mentions tips that you can start to implement for your first marathon and lessons she learned when training last year. For training plans, strength programs, and mobility routines, join the Complete Runners Club today- you will have access to 2 running physical therapists and a run coach so you can improve your performance this fall. Join hereFor more running tips and videos on youtube, click here.

When it comes to your first race at a new distance, the A goal should be to finish, but for your second time around, your goals can become more specific.In today's episode, Dr. Lisa talks you through things she is doing different for her second marathon and why. She also mentions tips that you can start to implement for your first marathon and lessons she learned when training last year. For training plans, strength programs, and mobility routines, join the Complete Runners Club today- you will have access to 2 running physical therapists and a run coach so you can improve your performance this fall. Join hereFor more running tips and videos on youtube, click here.