

Healthy Runner Podcast
Duane Scotti: Physical therapist, runner, and podcaster
Dr. Duane Scotti shares running tips, tools and more to help you get stronger, run faster, and enjoy lifelong injury free running!
If you're a dedicated runner, often injured runner, or beginner runner who is interested in staying healthy so you can get in those mental clearing miles subscribe for helpful training episodes to optimize the 6 steps to growing as a runner (mindset, strength training, run plan, nutrition, recovery, and race day strategy) so you can grow in your running journey.
Dr. Duane Scotti has been actively helping runners since 2003. Over that time he's helped countless others get stronger, run faster, and hit their running goals through his content and his Healthy Runner Coaching Services. Duane is an avid half marathoner, 4x marathoner, physical therapist and coach for runners, founder of Spark Healthy Runner, and creator of the Spark Healthy Runner YouTube channel.
New podcast episodes uploaded each week.
Thanks for listening, welcome to Healthy Runner!
If you're a dedicated runner, often injured runner, or beginner runner who is interested in staying healthy so you can get in those mental clearing miles subscribe for helpful training episodes to optimize the 6 steps to growing as a runner (mindset, strength training, run plan, nutrition, recovery, and race day strategy) so you can grow in your running journey.
Dr. Duane Scotti has been actively helping runners since 2003. Over that time he's helped countless others get stronger, run faster, and hit their running goals through his content and his Healthy Runner Coaching Services. Duane is an avid half marathoner, 4x marathoner, physical therapist and coach for runners, founder of Spark Healthy Runner, and creator of the Spark Healthy Runner YouTube channel.
New podcast episodes uploaded each week.
Thanks for listening, welcome to Healthy Runner!
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Dec 30, 2021 • 1h 3min
104. Clarity Leads to Action! Why I Created our 1:1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program with Dr. Duane Scotti
Let me save you some time… You don’t have to feel like you are injured all the time You don’t have to feel like you're not getting any faster You don’t have to feel like you have to sacrifice the running you love to heal from an injury You don’t have to stress about what you should be doing for exercises in order to continue running into your 40’s, 50’s, and beyond! Listen in to learn how clarity can lead to action and why I created our New 1-on-1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program to help you take the next massive step in your running and health! Are you ready to take action and get the accountability you deserve to unlock your greatest potential as a runner? Get stronger, run faster, and become a lifelong injury free runner with our 16 week 1-on-1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program. Get the support, structure, and accountability from experts in the health and running industry. Personalized easy to follow plans tailored to your unique needs and busy life. If you’re interested in learning more, we’ve got a behind the scenes video tour of our coaching program and hear from many of our athletes who were struggling with the same sticking points that you are. Just head to: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching This week’s show brought to you by: Healthy snacks from UCAN. Healthy snacks enhanced with the revolutionary ingredient SuperStarch, allow you to fuel smarter at breakfast and curb cravings anytime while maintaining blood sugar and boosting energy. Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your entire UCAN order! Learn more about how SuperStarch unlocks and sustains optimal output, reducing fatigue without spikes or crashes and is backed by science. We’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 20% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://ucan.co/share/duane.scotti/ and use the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout to save 20%! Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website

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Dec 23, 2021 • 44min
103. 3 Foundations and Pillars of Lifelong Injury Free Running with Dr. Duane Scotti
Are you a frustrated runner trying to get out of the injury cycle or a dedicated runner who is looking to get stronger, faster, and enjoy a long life of injury free running? Over the past 18 years, I have been helping runners as a physical therapist and run coach and have designed a system with a structured plan to get you out of the injury cycle and help unlock your greatest potential as a runner! In this episode, I break down the 3 foundational pillars to lifelong, injury free running! These have been the cornerstone of our framework for our Healthy Runner coaching program and if you can unlock these then you will become stronger, faster, consistent, and achieve that PR you have been chasing or that big scary running goal! Resource mentioned in this episode: SPARK Blueprint: 5 Tips To Run Stronger & Healthier https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/blueprint Are you ready to take action and get the accountability you deserve to unlock your greatest potential as a runner? Get stronger, run faster, and become a lifelong injury free runner with our 16 week 1-on-1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program. Get the support, structure, and accountability from experts in the health and running industry. Personalized easy to follow plans tailored to your unique needs and busy life. If you’re interested in learning more, we’ve got a behind the scenes video tour of our coaching program and hear from many of our athletes who were struggling with the same sticking points that you are. Just head to: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching This week’s show brought to you by: Tracer2 by Noxgear. The Tracer2 keeps you safe while you run by pairing powerful multi-color LED fiber optics with ultra-reflective 3M patterns and fluorescence. The Tracer2 maximizes your visibility through changing light, weather conditions, and in the glare of headlights. This amazing product by Noxgear has been recently re-engineered for a better fit, higher visibility, more color modes and twice the LEDs for your brightest move yet. If you’re looking for running gear that will actually help you stay safe while running we’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 35% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://noxgear.com Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website

Dec 16, 2021 • 1h 11min
102. Running Slow with Knee Pain to Feeling Strong and Crushing her First Marathon with Kristi Paishon
Have you ever injured your knee before or had knee pain and you went to the doctor and they told you to stop running? Did you follow their recommendation, go to PT, go see a chiropractor, and then even after you took 4 weeks or even 8 weeks off from running the pain was still there? Have you been told that your only option at that point is a PRP injection? Today’s interview with Kristi is going to be helpful for you if you ever struggled with knee pain before that limited you from running or getting in those lunges during your strength work or if you just feel to too slow to ever be able to run a marathon. Kristi is just one of our SPARK winners from our Healthy Runner Coaching Program who has just accomplished some amazing things with her running and health. I just needed to get her on our LIVE show to share her tips with many of you who may be struggling with similar issues. If you are a runner who is worried you may do long term damage to your knee but still want to maintain your connections and meet up with your mom groups, challenge yourself physically, and needs some guidance then this is just what you need to provide you some hope! Mentioned in this episode: Episode 33: Runner’s knee https://sparkyourtraining.com/runners-knee-patellofemoral-pain-syndrome/ Episode 57 How To Keep Running with Arthritis https://sparkyourtraining.com/how-to-keep-running-with-arthritis/ Knee Pain Resources: ITB Syndrome FREE E-book: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/itbrunner/buy Runner’s Knee FREE E-book: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/runnersknee/buy Are you a dedicated runner trying to get out of the injury cycle or a frustrated runner looking to get faster or just need some accountability? Get stronger, run faster, and become a lifelong injury free runner with our 16 week 1-on-1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program. Get the support, structure, and accountability from experts in the health and running industry. Personalized easy to follow plans tailored to your unique needs and busy life. If you’re interested in learning more, we’ve got a behind the scenes video tour of our coaching program and hear from many of our athletes who were struggling with the same sticking points that you are. Just head to: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching This week’s show brought to you by: Perform from the Amino Company. Perform is an essential amino acid-based formulation that I simply add to water in my shaker bottle and have 30 minutes before my run or gym workout. It tastes great and is easy on my stomach. Clinical studies have shown that Perform helps improve mental focus, peak strength, endurance, reduces fatigue, and increases muscle protein synthesis so you can recover faster from your runs or your strength workouts. Check out the research here: https://aminoco.com/healthyrunner If you’re interested in learning more about my 100% Science-Backed Amino Acids Supplements and you would like to give perform a try, we’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 30% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://aminoco.com/healthyrunner and use the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout to save 30% + FREE Amino eBook! Click HERE to be directed to the discount page! Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website

Dec 9, 2021 • 1h 20min
101. Healthy Runner Podcast Cold Weather Running Tips with Coach Cat
Do you want to know how to stay active and be able to get in those training runs during the cold winter months? In this episode, our very own Healthy Runner Coach Cat will cover: Why she loves running in the winter Does cold temperature affect running? Wind chill effect on running in the cold How to prepare for running in the cold What material is best for running in cold weather? What is the best cold weather running gear? How do you stop your lungs from burning when running in the cold? How does running in the cold affect your mindset How to stay motivated to run in the cold Should I use a treadmill during the colder weather? Should I run in snow and ice? Mentioned in this episode: Episode 84- Treadmill Running https://sparkyourtraining.com/treadmill-running/ This Episode is brought to you by: Edge energy from UCAN. Edge is the first and only on-the-go training fuel powered by SuperStarch, putting you in the ideal performance state by keeping blood sugar stable. Learn more about how SuperStarch unlocks and sustains optimal output, reducing fatigue without spikes or crashes and is backed by science. We’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 20% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://ucan.co/share/duane.scotti/ and use the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout to save 20%! Are you a dedicated runner trying to get out of the injury cycle or a frustrated runner looking to get faster or just need some accountability during the cold winter months? Get stronger, run faster, and become a lifelong injury free runner with our 16 week 1-on-1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program. Get the support, structure, and accountability from experts in the health and running industry. Personalized easy to follow plans tailored to your unique needs and busy life. If you’re interested in learning more, we’ve got a behind the scenes video tour of our coaching program and hear from many of our athletes who were struggling with the same sticking points that you are. Just head to: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching Connect with Coach Cat: Healthy Runner Facebook Community Instagram @hookoffthejab Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website

Dec 2, 2021 • 1h 8min
100. Get to Know the Running Coach and Physical Therapist: An Interview with Healthy Runner Founder Dr. Duane Scotti
EPISODE 100 is here! This week we are turning the tables and our behind the scenes podcast editor Allie Eldridge takes to the mic to interview the one and only, founder of SPARK Healthy Runner, Dr. Duane Scotti! We are so excited to have Duane on the other side of the mic to tell his story of how he started running, how SPARK Healthy Runner has become what it is, and where he sees it in the coming years! Duane will discuss the following questions and questions and more! What made Duane start his own business Why Duane Started Running Why Duane started the podcast! How Duane became a run coach What Duane's accomplishments and setbacks have been Where Duane sees the company in the next 5 years We hope that you enjoyed this episode! Thank you so much for our dedicated listeners who have been there since the beginning and for supporting us to episode 100 as well as a big thank you to our new listeners jumping on for the ride! Here's to 100 more! This week’s show brought to you by: Heal from the Amino Company. Heal is an amino acid, whey and creatine based formulation designed to reduce recovery times and improve physical function after injuries by accelerating muscle repair while helping maintain a healthy inflammatory response. Check out the research here: https://aminoco.com/healthyrunner If you’re looking for a nutritional advantage when it comes to recovering from your running injury or your daily training I highly recommend you give Heal a try. If you’re interested in learning more and giving Heal a try, we’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 30% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://aminoco.com/healthyrunner and use the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout to save 30% Click HERE to be directed to the discount page! Are you a dedicated runner trying to get out of the injury cycle or a frustrated runner looking to get faster? Get stronger, run faster, and become a lifelong injury free runner with our 16 week 1-on-1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program. Get the support, structure, and accountability from experts in the health and running industry. Personalized easy to follow plans tailored to your unique needs and busy life. If you’re interested in learning more, we’ve got a behind the scenes video tour of our coaching program and hear from many of our athletes who were struggling with the same sticking points that you are. Just head to: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website

Nov 25, 2021 • 48min
99. What Are Strides and How Do You Do Them with Coach Whitney
Do you want to get faster as a runner? Let’s be honest...who doesn’t? We are talking about using strides as a tool to practice running fast in small chunks so you can get good at running fast later on in your training. Learn why these are a great way to improve your running form and speed. In this episode, our very own Healthy Runner Coach Whitney will cover: What are strides How do you do strides When to run strides Why should you run strides What are the benefits of strides This Episode is brought to you by: Energy bar from UCAN. Energy bar is made from the revolutionary ingredient SuperStarch, providing you energy to get you through your next workout or to your next meal. Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your entire UCAN order! Learn more about how SuperStarch unlocks and sustains optimal output, reducing fatigue without spikes or crashes and is backed by science. We’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 20% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://ucan.co/share/duane.scotti/ and use the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout to save 20%! Tracer2 by Noxgear. The Tracer2 keeps you safe while you run by pairing powerful multi-color LED fiber optics with ultra-reflective 3M patterns and fluorescence. The Tracer2 maximizes your visibility through changing light, weather conditions, and in the glare of headlights. This amazing product by Noxgear has been recently re-engineered for a better fit, higher visibility, more color modes and twice the LEDs for your brightest move yet. Connect with Coach Whitney: Healthy Runner Facebook Community Instagram - @runwhitrun Are you a dedicated runner trying to get out of the injury cycle or a frustrated runner looking to get faster? Get stronger, run faster, and become a lifelong injury free runner with our 16 week 1-on-1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program. Get the support, structure, and accountability from experts in the health and running industry. Personalized easy to follow plans tailored to your unique needs and busy life. If you’re interested in learning more, we’ve got a behind the scenes video tour of our coaching program and hear from many of our athletes who were struggling with the same sticking points that you are. Just head to: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website

Nov 18, 2021 • 1h 16min
98. How to Do A Tempo Run with Kristen Schulz
Tempo running, or the threshold pace runs are an important component in any runner's training plan, but what is it actually? Kristin Schulz will explain what a tempo or threshold pace run is, and how you can use it in your weekly running to run faster on your journey of becoming a lifelong injury free runner! Kristen Schulz is a runner, running coach, and physical therapist. She is the owner of Run Your Life LLC and the host of Breaking 5 - A Running Podcast. She helps runners reach their next PR without nagging injuries through online run coaching and strength coaching programs. She also helps running clinicians learn how to write running plans and get their first 2-5 online clients. In this episode, Kristin and I have a great conversation on everything you need to know about the tempo run and how to incorporate it into your training. These are just some of the questions you will get answered during this episode: What is a tempo run? How long is a tempo run? How do you run a tempo run? How fast should a tempo run be? Is a tempo run the same as a threshold run? How often should you do a tempo run? How do you progress a tempo run? Mentioned in this episode: Episode 25 How Fast Should I Run: 3 Types of Runs https://sparkyourtraining.com/types-of-runs/ Here is the pace calculator we mentioned in this episode: The VDOT calculator https://runsmartproject.com/calculator/ This Episode is brought to you by: Perform from the Amino Company. Perform is an essential amino acid-based formulation that I simply add to water in my shaker bottle and have 30 minutes before my run or gym workout. It tastes great and is easy on my stomach. Clinical studies have shown that Perform helps improve mental focus, peak strength, endurance, reduces fatigue, and increases muscle protein synthesis so you can recover faster from your runs or your strength workouts. Check out the research here: https://aminoco.com/healthyrunner If you’re looking for a nutritional advantage to increase focus and concentration, strength, and endurance during your runs and decrease recovery times by quickly rebuilding muscle tissue of your daily training, I highly recommend you give Perform a try. I know it has helped me and I am confident you will love it just as much as I do! If you’re interested in learning more about my 100% Science-Backed Amino Acids Supplements and you would like to give perform a try, we’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 30% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://aminoco.com/healthyrunner and use the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout to save 30% + FREE Amino eBook! Click HERE to be directed to the discount page! Connect with Kristin: Instagram: @Kristen_runyourlife https://www.instagram.com/kristen_runyourlife/?hl=en Facebook: Kristen Schulz Breaking 5- A Running Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-5-a-running-podcast/id1513230698 https://open.spotify.com/show/20a245kTO62qPi03012kH9 Facebook Group: Run Coaches and Clinicians Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/1204899866640629 Website: https://therunyourlifemethod.mykajabi.com/beyond-rehab-for-running-clinicians Are you a dedicated runner trying to get out of the injury cycle or a frustrated runner looking to get faster? Get stronger, run faster, and become a lifelong injury free runner with our 16 week 1-on-1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program. Get the support, structure, and accountability from experts in the health and running industry. Personalized easy to follow plans tailored to your unique needs and busy life. If you’re interested in learning more, we’ve got a behind the scenes video tour of our coaching program and hear from many of our athletes who were struggling with the same sticking points that you are. Just head to: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website

Nov 11, 2021 • 1h 11min
97. Ali on the Run on Healthy Runner Chatting all things Running and Life with Ali Feller
Oh my… do I have a special treat for you today!!! I have listened to about 100 of her episodes during my runs and during this episode, I had the opportunity to actually sit down and chat with the one, the only, Ali Feller! Ali is the host of one of the leading running podcasts in the world, the Ali on the Run podcast and creator of the Ali on the Run blog. Ali is a podcast host, blogger, freelance writer and editor, race announcer, runner, and probably most importantly a mom! Ali is most known for asking her guests the questions people really want to know about what they were thinking when they made that move to take a lead in a race or those unusual things runners experience. It is such an honor to talk with Ali about all things running, podcasting, and just things that we do in everyday life as runners! We also chatted about so much more including: Memories of our college days at Quinnipiac Growing up as a dancer How dancing has made Ali a more mentally tough and confident as a runner Ali’s early training mistakes that led to injuries some hip bursitis and shin splints How Ali ran a half marathon PR at age 36 after over a decade Ali’s journey managing a chronic inflammatory disease and running through Crohn’s Disease and...of course Celine Dion, the NYC marathon, and what’s next for Ali! She is truly an inspiration within the running community and I know you will just love our conversation. After tuning into this episode go ahead and subscribe to the Ali on the Run Podcast like I do so you can get her energy and positivity in your running listening queue during your runs. This Episode is brought to you by: Healthy snacks from UCAN. Healthy snacks enhanced with the revolutionary ingredient SuperStarch, allow you to fuel smarter at breakfast and curb cravings anytime while maintaining blood sugar and boosting energy. Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your entire UCAN order! Learn more about how SuperStarch unlocks and sustains optimal output, reducing fatigue without spikes or crashes and is backed by science. We’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 20% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://ucan.co/share/duane.scotti/ and use the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout to save 20%! Connect with Ali: Ali’s Instagram: @aliontherun1 Ali on the Run blog: https://aliontherunblog.com/ Ali on the Run Show “Let’s All Be Best Running Friends” Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/509827249645825/ Ali on the Run Twitter: https://twitter.com/aliontherun1 Ali on the Run Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/13333410 Are you a dedicated runner trying to get out of the injury cycle or a frustrated runner looking to get faster? Get stronger, run faster, and become a lifelong injury free runner with our 16 week 1-on-1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program. Get the support, structure, and accountability from experts in the health and running industry. Personalized easy to follow plans tailored to your unique needs and busy life. If you’re interested in learning more, we’ve got a behind the scenes video tour of our coaching program and hear from many of our athletes who were struggling with the same sticking points that you are. Just head to: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website

Nov 4, 2021 • 1h 20min
96. 5 Keys to Overcoming Foot and Ankle Pain with Surgeon and Professional Ultrarunner Stefanie Flippin
We have a very special guest with us today. Dr. Stefanie Flippin is not only a true expert in the foot and ankle working as a surgeon, clinician, and practice owner but she also a professional ultrarunner for HOKA, run coach, and the 2021 USATF 100 mile national champion and course record holder! This conversation was such a treat as Stefanie may be one of the most positive spirits out there but I just loved her outlook on running injuries and our running community. In this episode, Stefanie shares her passion and 5 key takeaway points to overcoming foot and ankle pain as a runner! No patient should be treated the same Find the right shoe! Importance of active stretching and mobility routines Address proximal issues (hip muscles and even the mental aspect of overcoming an injury) The power of belief and its impact on healing and pain management Free E-books for Overcoming Foot & Ankle Pain in Runners: Plantar Fasciitis: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/footpain/buy Connect with Stefanie: Instagram: @stefanieannflippin Lift Run Perform Website: https://liftrunperform.com/ Clinic Website: https://www.flippinfootandankle.com This week’s show brought to you by: Heal from the Amino Company. Heal is an amino acid, whey and creatine based formulation designed to reduce recovery times and improve physical function after injuries by accelerating muscle repair while helping maintain a healthy inflammatory response. Check out the research here: https://aminoco.com/healthyrunner If you’re looking for a nutritional advantage when it comes to recovering from your running injury or your daily training I highly recommend you give Heal a try. If you’re interested in learning more and giving Heal a try, we’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 30% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://aminoco.com/healthyrunner and use the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout to save 30% Click HERE to be directed to the discount page! Are you a dedicated runner trying to get out of the injury cycle or a frustrated runner looking to get faster? Get stronger, run faster, and become a lifelong injury free runner with our 16 week 1-on-1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program. Get the support, structure, and accountability from experts in the health and running industry. Personalized easy to follow plans tailored to your unique needs and busy life. If you’re interested in learning more, we’ve got a behind the scenes video tour of our coaching program and hear from many of our athletes who were struggling with the same sticking points that you are. Just head to: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website

Oct 28, 2021 • 1h 16min
95. Lessons Learned from the 2021 Boston Marathon with Coach Lu
How to PR your first Boston marathon may be something that sounds impossible! That is what our Healthy Runner coach Lu did for the 2021 Boston marathon! In this episode, coach Lu provides his reflective thoughts and lessons learned from his amazing feat, crushing a sub 3 hour marathon personal best during his first Boston marathon. Coach Lu talks about the following topics and so much more in this value packed episode: Race recap of the 2021 Boston marathon Why is the Boston marathon such an historic race What makes Boston special for so many runners How to BQ or qualify for the Boston marathon How to PR your first Boston The most fun race course with the “scream tunnel” and “heartbreak hill” Boston race preparation Fueling for Boston Boston race strategy Benefits of run coaching Strength training specific for the Boston course Want to work with Coach Lu to get a marathon PR or train for the 2022 Boston marathon? Grab your slot on my calendar here to see if you are a good fit for our brand new Healthy Runner Coaching program: https://calendly.com/duanescotticoaching/30-minute-strategy-session Resources mentioned in this Episode: 5 Minute Warm Up For Running: https://youtu.be/5cKxUUVeVVI Episode 72: What Pace Should I Run with Coach Lu https://sparkyourtraining.com/what-pace-should-i-run/ This Episode is brought to you by: Edge energy from UCAN. Edge is the first and only on-the-go training fuel powered by SuperStarch, putting you in the ideal performance state by keeping blood sugar stable. This episode is brought to you by UCAN! Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your entire UCAN order! Learn more about how SuperStarch unlocks and sustains optimal output, reducing fatigue without spikes or crashes and is backed by science. We’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 20% by using the code HEALTHYRUNNER. Just head to: https://ucan.co/share/duane.scotti/ and use the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout to save 20%! Also Sponsored By... Tracer2 by Noxgear. The Tracer2 keeps you safe while you run by pairing powerful multi-color LED fiber optics with ultra-reflective 3M patterns and fluorescence. The Tracer2 maximizes your visibility through changing light, weather conditions, and in the glare of headlights. Learn more about this amazing product that has been recently re-engineered for a better fit, higher visibility, more color modes and twice the LEDs for your brightest move yet. Just head to: https://noxgear.com and use the code HEALTHYRUNNER at checkout to save 35%! Connect with Coach Lu: Facebook: Lufeng Zou Healthy Runner Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HealthyRunnerGroup/ Instagram: @lucio_run_fitness Are you a dedicated runner trying to get out of the injury cycle or a frustrated runner looking to get faster? Get stronger, run faster, and become a lifelong injury free runner with our 16 week 1-on-1 Healthy Runner Coaching Program. Get the support, structure, and accountability from experts in the health and running industry. Personalized easy to follow plans tailored to your unique needs and busy life. If you’re interested in learning more, we’ve got a behind the scenes video tour of our coaching program and hear from many of our athletes who were struggling with the same sticking points that you are. Just head to: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/coaching Connect with Dr. Duane: Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community Subscribe to our YouTube Channel duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website