

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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Jun 18, 2020 • 55min
21. Injury Prevention Isn't Usually Very Sexy with Jason Fitzgerald of Strength Running
Why do I keep getting injured running? Have you wondered this before or want to know how running injuries can be prevented? Extremely grateful to have running coach Jason Fitzgerald from Strength Running on the show to provide you a coach's perspective on injury prevention. Jason shares a wealth of knowledge answering the following questions and he even shared his #1 top exercise for injury prevention! 1. How do you define injury prevention for running? 2. Why do you think it is important for runners to prioritize injury prevention into their training? 3. Where does strength training for runners fit into the injury prevention picture? 4. How many times a week should a runner do strength training? 5. What are some of your favorite running injury prevention exercises? 6. Do you have any strength training workouts specific to trail running or are the strength programs you create and recommend the same as our road runners? 7. How much does running technique contribute to injury prevention and do you work on these with the runners you work with on a 1-on-1 basis. If so, what are your thoughts on gait retraining with running? This is jam packed episode with many golden nuggets revealed, I hope you enjoy the episode and as always thank you for listening! Helping You Stay Healthy Doing what YOU Love 💙 🏃🏻♀️ Health for Runners BY Runners 🏃🏻♂️ SPARK Physical Therapy is located in the Greater New Haven region in Hamden, CT. This episode in addition to the previous podcast episodes can serve as a guide to keeping you healthy and running! ⚡️𝙎𝙋𝘼𝙍𝙆 𝙋𝙝𝙮𝙨𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙥𝙮 We Help Active Adults Be Able To Run Without Aches and Pains So You Can Feel Good About Yourself Again… [Even If You Don't Consider Yourself A Runner] Connect with Jason: Instagram @jasonfitz Check out his Strength Running website Listen To The Strength Running Podcast Like his Facebook Page @strengthrunning Send an email: support@strengthrunning.com Connect with Duane: Instagram @sparkhealthyrunner YouTube Channel- Subscribe To Get The latest Running Tip Join the Facebook Group Like the Facebook Page Send Me A Facebook Message Blog For Runners Inquire About Individualized Running Evaluation (virtual or in person) duane@sparkyourtraining.com www.sparkhealthyrunner.com ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Website

Jun 11, 2020 • 54min
20. IT Band Syndrome | Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment | Get Back To Running with Duane Scotti, DPT, PhD
[DOWNLOAD] A Runner's Guide to Conquering IT Band Syndrome Do you get that stubborn pain on the outside of your knee with running especially going up hills? This could be sharp at times and causes you to stop in your tracks and walk. Have you thought…will IT band syndrome ever go away? Have you tried rest, ice, and stopping running but every time you try and go back that pain stops you in your tracks? In this episode Dr. Duane Scotti educates you on what you need to know about ITB syndrome in runners. In this episode, Duane shares with you the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention to help with iliotibial band syndrome in runners. If you follow these running tips and exercises you will build a body that is more resilient with your running and prevent future injuries. Get all the exercises mentioned in this episode within this e-book! I hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening! 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

Jun 4, 2020 • 47min
19. Healthy Nutrition During COVID-19 | What To Eat For Running with Julia Werth, RD
Have you been struggling to motivate yourself to prioritize nutrition during this stressful time?... Are you wondering how to recreate structure or reestablish your mealtimes during your day when working from home? In this episode we are talking all things nutrition with Julia Werth who is a runner and registered dietitian and has a passion for helping you repair your relationship with food, exercise, and fuel for success! She is also the owner of Werth Your While Nutrition and the host of the Life with ED podcast. Julia answers the following questions and so much more! 1. How do I recreate structure/ reestablish mealtimes in my day when I work at home? 2. How do I motivate myself to prioritize nutrition during this stressful time? 3. How do I seek help or treatment during COVID-19? 4. What is the difference between a registered dietitian and a nutritionist? 5. What foods are good for running? 6. Should I eat before I run? 7. How do you tell if someone has an eating disorder? 8. How to talk about food with a teenage daughter? Click here to get the full blog article from this episode! I hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening! Connect with Julia: Instagram @werthyourwhile Check out her website Listen To The Life With ED Podcast Like her Facebook Page Send an email: werthyourwhilenutrition@gmail.com 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

May 28, 2020 • 49min
18. Run Through Coronavirus | SPARK Fitness Program | SPARK Your Soul Virtual Race Series - Lisa Tatum
How can you turn COVID on its head? 🤔… Have you been struggling to get your motivation back to be consistent for your runs? Have you been running because you need that stress relief (and time away from your kids) but you are running through pain?… In this episode, we are going to be sharing with you 2 actionable strategies you can do to help you run through COVID and turn it on its head even if our in person races are cancelled!...AND if you stay until the end you will hear A VERY SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT on how we are going to help our local running community!!! We talk about the details of the... 1. SPARK Fitness Program providing strength training for runners during COVID 2. SPARK your Sole Virtual Race Series to keep you motivated and running this summer Lisa Tatum is a runner, triathlete, and a 4x ironman!!!! She is also the owner of Lift Your Sole- which provides running, fitness and inspirational jewelry, clothing, and accessories. Lisa and I cover how we as runners can stay motivated this summer to continue our runs even if we don't have in person races. Want in on our last month of SPARK Fitness goodness to get stronger and healthier in June? simply text “SPARK FITNESS” to (203) 376-6514 Click here to get the full blog article from this episode! I hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening! Connect with Lisa: Instagram @liftyoursole_ Check out her website Send an email: customerservice@liftyoursole.com Like her Facebook Page Check out on Pinterest 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

May 21, 2020 • 47min
17. Shin Splints: How To Get Back To Running - Brodie Sharpe
Have you ever been on a run and wondered 🤔… Why does the front of my leg hurt when I run? Were you thinking to yourself 💭 [should I run through shin pain?]… This can be common for new runners just starting out or can occur in experienced runners who are really stepping up their training with heavy duty mileage or adding in lots of speedwork. Brodie Sharpe is a physiotherapist with The Breakthrough Running Clinic and shares the answers to these common questions as well as breaks down the the causes, treatment, recovery, and prevention of shin splints so you can finally get rid of them once and for all!. These are the questions Brodie addresses during the interview: 1. What are shin splints? 2. What causes shin splints to occur? 3. If I was a runner who had shin splints, should I run through shin pain? 4. How do we fix shin splints? What is the best treatment or how do I get back to running with shin splints? 5. How can we prevent shin pain from coming back? I hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening! Connect with Brodie: Instagram @brodie.sharpe Join his Facebook Group Check out his website Send an email Like his Facebook Page Check out his podcast 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

May 14, 2020 • 50min
16. Yoga and Running - Rachel Pelham Serafino from Running Asana
Does adding yoga into your running make you a faster runner? Rachel Pelham Serafino is a yoga instructor at Running Asana and shares the answers to these common questions as well as breaks down the physical 💪 and mental 🧠 benefits that you will see as a runner. Finally she gives us as runners tips on how we can balance ☯️ yoga with our running. These are the questions Rachel addresses during the interview: 1. Isn't yoga just stretching? [I already do that and I don't have time for more] What is Yoga? 2. Is yoga good for running? What are the physical and mental benefits that I'll see as a runner? 3. Does yoga help you run faster? 4. There's so many types of yoga, it's overwhelming. How do I know what type of yoga is best for runners? 5. How do I balance yoga and running? I hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening! Connect with Rachel at Running Asana: Website: https://www.runningasana.com/ Email: rachel@runningasana.com Facebook: Running Asana Facebook Group: Running Asana Community Instagram: @rachelruns_xo @running_asana 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

May 7, 2020 • 57min
15. How To Start Running During Coronavirus- Catrina Aniballi 5 Tips For Beginners
Are you starting to walk, jog, or run because your gym is closed or your other hobbies and activities are closed during COVID-19? During this live interview with Catrina Aniballi, Duane and Catrina answer some common questions and provide 5 tips for runners to get started right after they listen to this episode. In this episode we cover the equipment you need to start including running shoes, clothing, or gear as well as what is the most important thing you need to get started right away! Many running training, mindset, and practical tips were shared to help get you start to run today as a beginner! I hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening! Connect with Catrina: Facebook: @cataniballi Instagram: @hookoffthejab Email: ctrek73@yahoo.com 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

Apr 30, 2020 • 1h 2min
14. Running Shoe Questions Answered- Matt Santillo from Woodbridge Running Company
👟 Are you new to running during this coronavirus crisis or have you been running for years but are not sure if you are in the right shoe, how to properly care for you shoes, or even when you should replace them? I was lucky enough to bring Matt Santillo, running shoe expert from Woodbridge Running Company on the show to answer some common questions that many beginner and advanced runners have such as... ✔️ How much wear/life can I expect from my shoes? ✔️ How do I know if I need a new pair of shoes? ✔️ Is it alright to put my running shoes in the washing machine to clean them? These questions answered and many more! Matt is a wealth of knowledge and I know you will take away some pearls that will help you with your running. Matt has helped me personally for many years and it was a special treat to share all his knowledge with our Healthy Runner community! Click here to get the full blog article with bonus videos from this episode! Connect with Matt Santillo: Woodbridge Running Company: (203) 387-8704 http://www.woodbridgerunningcompany.com/ Email: woodrunco@yahoo.com Facebook: @WoodbridgeRunningCo https://www.facebook.com/WoodbridgeRunningCo/ Instragram: @woodbridgerunningco https://www.instagram.com/woodbridgerunningco/ I hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening! 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

Apr 23, 2020 • 1h 1min
13. Running Motivation: How To Get Your Mojo Back During Coronavirus- Steve Carmichael
Are you a runner who has had your spring race cancelled or delayed and you are struggling to get your running mojo back? In this episode we are talking about how to run and train safely during this COVID-19 crisis with our Special Guest, Steve Carmichael who is founder of Runbuzz Pacebuilders online run coaching and running community as well as the host of the Runbuzz podcast. In this episode within the Healthy Runner Facebook Group, Steve shares running tips for the following questions: 1. What are some things runners can or should be doing to continue to train in a safe manner? 2. What are some things runners can work on if their race has been cancelled or delayed? How can runners adjust to the situation we find ourselves in? 3. How can we stay motivated to run when many of us find so much disruption in our lives from being physically isolated or job loss. Connect with Steve at Runbuzz to get access to training plans, run coaching and access to 100's of blog posts and podcast episodes covering topics in running, training, strength training, nutrition for runners, fitness mindset, runner lifestyle topics and more: Check out the Runbuzz full training plans: https://runbuzz.com Facebook: Runbuzz group Instagram: @runbuzz YouTube: runbuzz ⚡️𝙎𝙋𝘼𝙍𝙆 𝙋𝙝𝙮𝙨𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙥𝙮 We Help Active Adults Be Able To Run Without Aches and Pains So You Can Feel Good About Yourself Again… [Even If You Are Stuck Inside During A Pandemic] 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

Apr 14, 2020 • 29min
12. What To Do For Back Pain While Working From Home
Is Your Back Aching Now More Than Ever? 🤔 Do you have a stiff achy back when you get out of bed in the morning? Are you working at your dining room table and wish you had your office chair at home? 💻 Is working on your laptop on your couch during COVID-19 just not cutting it for 8 hours a day? Are you not able to sit in your favorite comfy chair 🛋 anymore because when you go to get out of it you feel like you are a 90 year old? 👉If you answered yes to any of these questions- Listen To This Episode For Your Solution! I understand your struggles because I have suffered this personally 🙋🏻♂️ and I made some significant changes since working from home during this coronavirus crisis that has helped tremendously. In This Episode: What causes Back Pain? How Do We Fix Back Pain? 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