Doctors of Running Podcast

This podcast delves into the science behind running injuries, discussing various studies on injury risk factors, frequency, and correlations. It highlights the importance of load capacity, common training mistakes to avoid, and offers valuable insights for reducing injury risk and optimizing training.

A debate on super shoes vs super spikes for track racing, discussing their impact on elite marathoners and recreational runners. Topics include foam compression, plateauing in adaptation, and the potential benefits of each type of footwear. The podcast explores the evolution of track spikes, performance improvements in marathoners, and the influence of super shoes on running performance.

Exploring the impact of super shoes on long-term training and performance, discussing the newest ASICS Metaspeed Edge and Sky Paris models. Dive into calf strain management, diagnostics, and rehab strategies. Plus, a chance to win a $100 gift card from Running Warehouse in the upcoming giveaways

Time to answer more of your questions! On this episode, Nathan and David tackle listener questions about marathon training, trail shoes, biomechanics and more. Tune in for their take on strategies for nailing a net downhill marathon, running with hip displaysia, and matching shoes to biomechanics. Finally hear their take on who they'd pick if they were forced to choose one shoe brand to build a rotation with! Chapters 0:00 - Intro 3:56 - Marathon training & racing shoe recommendations with a history of ankle and calf injuries 10:44 - Trail running shoes with wide midfoots 14:47 - Racing shoe recommendations for downhill marathons 22:59 - Exercise recommendations for hip displaysia 31:22 - Matching shoes to different paces & biomechanics 39:28 - Biomechanical education for run retail workers 45:34 - How important is increasing cadence? 55:34 - Shoe replacements for the Saucony Endorphin Shift 59:40 - Pick your favorite shoe brand and rotation 1:08:22 - Wrap-up

As running continues to grow in popularity, so does run coaching. With the exposure social media brings, it can be hard to discern between legitimate coaches and influencers. In this episode, Andrea Myers and Megan Flynn, our very own certified coaches, bring an inside look into what it means to be and have a run coach. They'll help you decide whether a coach is right for your athletic journey, give you tips on finding coaching that's the right fit, using data to inform you training, and more. Chapters 0:00 - Intro 1:52 - Andrea & Megan's coaches 4:24 - Megan's role as a coach 5:52 - What type of runners would benefit from a coach? 11:42 - Runners who might not need a coach 14:28 - Technology & AI-based coaching 20:16 - Should you just copy your friend's training plan? 22:47 - How to find the right coach for you 31:33 - Should athletes adjust training around their life or their life around their training? 36:49 - Adjusting goals with your coach 44:48 - Motivation & positive reinforcement 48:20 - How coaching really works: the details and data 57:18 - Acute & chronic training load 1:00:02 - Recovery metrics 1:04:02 - Filtering the data your watch gives you 1:09:35 - Wrap-up This episode of the DOR podcast is sponsored by RunCare.org. Created by physicians, therapists, and trainers, RunCare.Org aims to help runners find healthcare providers that truly understand their needs  by providing a nationwide list of recommended providers who specialize in working with runners.  Each provider in the RunCare network has been vetted and evaluated so you know that you’re visiting someone who knows the value of your training and lifestyle. The list currently features over 50 doctors and physical therapists across the US and expanding to have providers in all 50 states.  If you are a doctor or physical therapist who specializes in working with runners and would like to join the RunCare Network, visit RunCare.org today to submit an application. At this time, there is no cost to be listed in the RunCare directory. RunCare’s goal first and foremost is to get the runners connected with the right providers. Visit runcare.org today to learn more. 

The game is This or That? No gray areas, no "it depends". Matt and David go back and forth on shoes, training, and more. They pit the soon-to-be-released Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 against a bevvy of competitors' shoes like the Boston 12 and Mach X. They debate easy runs vs. long runs, stretching post-run or not, running in the rain vs. running in the cold, and even more. Have a debate you'd like to hear? DM us on Instagram or email us at doctorsofrunningpodcast@gmail.com. Chapters 0:00 - Intro & Olympic trials reactions 10:00 - Endorphin Speed 4 vs. Boston 12 17:40 - Endorphin Speed 4 vs. Mach X for long run workouts 21:24 - Non-plated long distance racer 26:38 - Easy long runs vs. long run workouts 29:14 - Stretching post workout 32:16 - Rocket X 2 vs. Cielo X 1 38:26 - Asics Nimbus vs. Cumulus 40:32 - Endorphin Speed 4 vs. Rebellion Flash 2 44:26 - Running in the cold vs. running in the rain 50:20 - Pacers or not during races 56:01 - Medial post vs. sidewalls/guide rails 1:01:18 - Pancakes vs. waffles 1:02:27 - Wrap-up Have you had trouble finding a healthcare provider that really understands the needs of runners? Created by physicians, therapists, and trainers, RunCare.Org aims to solve that problem by providing a nationwide list of recommended providers who specialize in working with runners.  Each provider in the RunCare network has been vetted and evaluated so you know that you’re visiting someone who knows the value of your training and lifestyle. The list currently features over 50 doctors and physical therapists across the US and expanding to have providers in all 50 states. RunCare’s goal first and foremost is to get the runners connected with the care they need.. Visit ⁠runcare.org⁠ today to learn more.

Over the past decade, Altra has gathered a cult following, with their signature zero drop midsoles and anatomically shaped shoes. On this episode, Nathan and Matt interview Brian Beckstead, Co-founder of Altra, and Alex Lind, Senior Product Line Manager. They discuss the history of Altra and how it was formed from the ground up. They explore the place for zero-drop, "natural" shoes in the current world of max cushion everything. They also take a look at the future of the brand with the introduction of the FWD Experience (their first non-zero drop offering) and their new racing options like the Vanish Carbon and Mont Blanc. Chapters 0:00 - Intro 1:54 - A brief history of Altra 4:38 - Brian & Alex's roles 8:14 - The state of the shoe industry regarding zero drop and anatomical toe boxes 15:51 - Altra's goals designing shoes their way 22:37 - Alex's perspective on Altra's mission 25:01 - What Altra means by "natural" running 29:29 - What went into releasing the Altra FWD Experience 37:16 - Issues with creating zero drop shoes with new compliant foams 42:02 - How Altra designs shoes to accomodate different foot types 47:10 - Altra's innovation direction 53:10 - Is Altra looking at more non-zero drop offerings? And what about racing shoes? 57:39 - The science of Altra's Ego Pro foam 59:08 - How Altra designed the FWD Experience's excellent heel bevel 1:02:43 - Wrap-up This episode of the DOR podcast is sponsored by RunCare.org. Created by physicians, therapists, and trainers, RunCare.Org aims to help runners find healthcare providers that truly understand their needs  by providing a nationwide list of recommended providers who specialize in working with runners.  Each provider in the RunCare network has been vetted and evaluated so you know that you’re visiting someone who knows the value of your training and lifestyle. The list currently features over 50 doctors and physical therapists across the US and expanding to have providers in all 50 states.  If you are a doctor or physical therapist who specializes in working with runners and would like to join the RunCare Network, visit RunCare.org today to submit an application. At this time, there is no cost to be listed in the RunCare directory. RunCare’s goal first and foremost is to get the runners connected with the right providers. Visit runcare.org today to learn more. 

In this podcast, Matt Klein and Andrea Myers host a game show called "Buy or Sell." They cover a range of interesting topics including super shoes for 4+ hour marathoners, heart-rate monitors for runners, the safety of Kinvara 14s, changing time for Olympic Marathon Trials, training companion shoes, racing 5Ks in non-plated shoes, super shoes that last less than 100 miles, wider toe boxes in running shoes, non carbon-fiber plates in shoes, and a comparison between Nike's Alphafly versions 1 and 3.

In this podcast, the hosts rank the softness of various running shoe models, including the Hyperion Max, Nova Blast 4, and Ride 17. They discuss the subjective nature of evaluating softness and the importance of finding the right shoe for each individual. They also explore the factors that affect perceived softness and the importance of standardizing terminology in the running community.

Matt Klein and David Salas answer listener questions about picking the ideal long run shoe, stability shoes for flat feet, and stable neutral shoes for wide, flat feet. They also discuss shoe recommendations for dealing with nerve pain and provide insights on racing shoes with stability and responsiveness.