Doctors of Running Podcast

Shechers has been rolling out their "+" treatment models in 2020, the latest of which is the MaxRoad 4+. This shoe gets a massive upper overhaul and gets Goodyear rubber placed on the outsole for improved durability. In this episode, our team breaks down the mechanics of this shoe and reports on our testing experience.

Today the Doctors of Running team reviews the Saucony Triumph 18, a premium daily trainer that released August 2020. This shoe features a robust midsole that has a surprising amount of bounce and pop to it. The team also compares the shoe to a current NBA playoff team.

In this roundtable we dig into the new Reebok Symmetros. This is a huge step forward for Reebok in terms of the geometry of a running shoe midsole, which produces a smooth, fun, and versatile trainer that can easily handle long runs and some workouts. If you like the Floatride Energy, look out, this has a lot of the same character with just a bit more Floatride Energy foam underneath and a smoother and more stable ride.

Believe it or not, but Reebok is putting out some of the best daily trainers out there these days. In this episode we welcome Casey McCombs of Reebok to break down the current line-up of killer daily trainers from Reebok and we discuss the vision behind all the technology put into their shoes. Also, get a sneak peak into the future of Reebok in the world of run specialty and some shoes coming from them on the horizon!

Welcome to our mini series on Run Basics. This is going to be short (typically 5-10 minute) segments on some basic information related to running. This will include Info on running related injuries, training tips/errors, shoe basics, and more. This episode goes a little deeper into the potential training error of lack of rest days or cross training. This episode utilizes a visual analogy of a paperclip that can be found on Point Forward Physical Therapy's Facebook page if it isn’t clear in the podcast. Disclaimer: this podcast should not substitute for medical advice.

The Doctors of Running team reviews the Mizuno Wave Sky 4 with help from Mizuno Running Product Manager Tina Danforth. Tina gives insider information regarding the new Mizuno ENERZY foam, how it was integrated into the Wave Sky 4, as well as a look into the near future for Mizuno. The interview with Tina starts off the episode with it switching to the Doctors of Running Rountable Review around 30 minutes.

Today Matt interviews a hero of many in the footwear industry, Simon Bartold. Simon is the founder of Bartold Clinical and has had major influence in companies like Salomon, Asics, and more. They discuss many intricate topics within the running footwear industry and discuss the questions that people aren't asking when it comes to much of the innovation occurring in running shoes.

Welcome to our mini series on Run Basics. This is going to be short (typically 5-10 minute) segments on some basic information related to running. This will include Info on running related injuries, training tips/errors, shoe basics, and more. This episode goes a little deeper into the potential training error of changing your running form. This episode challenges runners to carefully consider what small changes in running form may do to their body during running and to seek guidance before making large mechanical changes. Disclaimer: this should not be substituted for medical advice.

This episode is centered all around the Newton Fate 6, a new release of what many consider the "introductory shoe" to the Newton Line. Joining us on the podcast are Jerry Lee (Newton's CEO), Matt Lee (COO), and Laura Tingle (Product Manager). The first half of this podcast (until 38 minutes) is an exclusive interview where the Newton staff detail the philosophy, development, and technology of Newton footwear with a focus on the Fate 6. The second half of this episode is where Matt, David, and Nathan break down their testing experience and the performance of the Newton Fate 6. If you want to grow in your appreciation for what Newton is doing and what they have done in the running shoe industry, this is a must-listen episode.

In this episode we dive into the Wave Rider 24. The Mizuno Wave Rider has been around for a long time, and this year the shoe receives a masterful update that could be considered an overhaul. This version of the Wave Rider sports new foam technology, modifications to the wave plate, and a new outsole design that will keep the "Wave Rider faithful" happy while also making the shoe more accessible for those who previously averse to the wave plate feel. We dive into differences between the two models (Mesh and WaveKnit) because they run like two very different shoes. Which one is better? Our team is split.