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Empowering Runners who have Osteoarthritis with Alyssa Kuhn Apr 12, 2021

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Today Brodie is interviewed by PT Alyssa Kuhn about all things Osteoarthritis & running. We start with highlighting some common misconceptions around the cause, prognosis and development of Osteoarthritis.

A lot of runners are told that OA is due to wear & tear of your joints and eventually the cartilage in your joints will pass their expiry date and lead to pain, stiffness, disability and eventually needing replacement. This is far from the truth!

Brodie covers the fact that joint cartilage is not static with an expiry date and in fact reality is quite the opposite. Even pain and scan results are often misleading. Other key points we cover are:

Can we still run with knee OA?
How do we know if we are ready to run if pain exists?
What contributes to pain sensitivity?
Are run/walk programs effective?

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Q&A: Marathon Recovery/MCLs/Tapering/Youth Running Apr 09, 2021

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Today, Brodie performs his first Q&A LIVE within the Patron FB group. Here are the questions we will be examining:

How long should I take to recovery following a marathon before I can start training for my next race?
What can I do for an MCL ligament injury in my knee and what are some good strengthening exercises to help?
I had to take time off my race preparation due to injury, now returning back to my running program I am in the taper phase. Should I continue following the taper phase?
Brodie, what do you think about children running and pushing them too hard? I look at some parents & think they are taking it too far.

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Safe Weight-loss Methods for Runners with Dr. Nick Fuller Apr 05, 2021

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Dr. Nick Fuller is the program leader at the University of Sydney working to identify & develop a long-term cost-effective treatment for obesity & related physical/mental health disorders.

Nick has developed the 'Interval weight loss program' which has been shown clinically to be the most superior long-term weight loss strategy.

We start by addressing some common myths and misconceptions with traditional weight loss diets. We then define the interval weight loss program, why it is so effective and what the evidence shows compared to other diets.

Dr. Fuller has 6 key components of healthy living within this program. He discusses all these in detail:

Can't fight evolution
Nature First
Full Rainbow
Use Chopsticks
Choose to Move
No blue light after twilight

Lastly, we answer your patron questions around age differences & diet, intermittent fasting approaches and whether the focus should be around 'living healthy' rather than 'weight loss'.

Head to https://www.intervalweightloss.com.au/ to learn more or follow their twitter, facebook, instagram & YouTube

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The 3 Essential Types of Running with Duane Scotti Apr 02, 2021

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Running Physical Therapist and Running Coach Dr. Duane Scotti joins Brodie on this episode to discuss the 3 types of running that we should all implement into our weekly routine.

We dissect 1. Conversational-pace running 2. Tempo runs 3. Intervals to uncover:

What is the definition of each type of run?
What are the physiological benefits?
How do we know we are hitting the right intensity?
What percentage of my runs should be within this specific type?

We unpack all of this info to help you transform into a better, healthier, stronger, smarter runner, to bring variety into your running routine and to avoid the common 'grey zone' a lot of runner fall into.

You can visit Duane's website at Spark Your Training

Be sure to follow Duane on instagram and join his facebook group. Also check out the healthy runner podcast

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Measuring your Power Output with Nathan Fenton Mar 30, 2021

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On this episode of the Run Smarter Podcast, Brodie interviews running coach Nathan Fenton. Nathan uses running power as his primary metric for running program design and assessment.

We explore how to measure 'running power' data and what devices you need. Nathan explains the difference between running power compared to heart rate and pace, along with ways do perform 'threshold testing' to determine your own power zones.

We also answer your patron questions including:

What other metrics can we use (leg stiffness, step length, flight time, contact time)?
What power devices are available & what is the most accurate?
How can we transition from heart rate training to power training?

Lastly, Nathan explains the common mistakes runners make when trying to use power training without the proper guidance and where to find the balance between following the data and listening to the body.

To contact Nathan Fenton click on the links to his website, instagram and facebook

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Transitioning from Runner to Triathlete Safely with Taren Gesell Mar 26, 2021

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Triathlon Taren joins Brodie today to discuss how to get involved in the sport of triathlons. Taren owns a business, youtube channel, podcast and various other platforms all about helping the recreational athlete start and thrive in triathlons.

We start by addressing some triathlon objections. Comments like 'I cannot swim' or 'bikes are too expensive' are common amongst runners. Also, Taren highlights the key to body composition and training composition that you might find surprising.

We also answer some patron questions around brick training sessions and whether we can enter the sport of triathlons while still keeping our favourite activity of running prominent in our weekly routine.

Lastly, Taren details the differences between road running and triathlon running to help efficiency and avoid running on fatigued legs.

Click on the links to find Taren's podcast, website, youtube and instagram

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Load vs Capacity (Injury) Mar 23, 2021

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Today Brodie refreshes the concept of load vs capacity. Load is 'the amount of physical load placed on the body' verses Capacity which is 'the bodies ability to handle load'.

This concept helps runners understand WHY they get injuries instead of believing unhelpful misconceptions such as flat feet and leg length discrepancy.

It all boils down to one statement: “The body will adapt to the load we place upon it, so long as the application of the load doesn’t exceed the capacity of the body to adapt”.

After listening to this episode, self-reflect on your past injuries, rehabilitation and training philosophy. We can then go one step further and look ahead to the future and apply this concept to future training decisions.

Click here for Kevin Maggs 'Load vs Capacity' youtube video

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Variety vs Specificity (Training) Mar 19, 2021

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Should we be training with a lot of variety (different speeds, shoes, cross training, strength training)? Or should we get really good at running on one surface, in the same shoes & not deviate?

Brodie dives into the pros and cons of both strategies so you can self-reflect & come up with your own decision.

To finish off, Brodie fires away 6 questions you should ask yourself:

What type of runner do you want to be?
What has your injury history been like in the past?
Do you enjoy variety?
Are you spreading yourself too thin?
Should I be upping my specificity close to race time?

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Weakness vs Sensitivity (Pain) Mar 16, 2021

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On this episode Brodie discusses the confusion runners often make during an injury flare-up. Runners often misinterpret weakness when it fact, it could be just an increase in structure sensitivity.

When progressing a return-to-running program and executing your rehab exercises, it's not uncommon for a hiccup and mild flare-up to occur. This is often followed with pain & irritation when attempting activity that was once well managed.

This can be interpreted as weakness and without recognising the difference, runners often go through high amount of frustration, anger & confusion.

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