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The Strength Running Podcast
The Strength Running Podcast treats you like a pro runner: we surround your with coaches, physical therapists, strength experts, elite runners, sports psychologists, and other thought leaders. We only have one goal: to help you run faster. Guests include world-class academics, clinicians, runners, coaches, and subject matter experts like David Roche, Victoria Sekely, Sally McRae, Zach Bitter, and hundreds more! We also publish coaching calls with Jason working directly with a runner chasing a…
Episodes
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302: Doctor of Physical Therapy Lisa Mitro on Glute Training for Runners
This week's guest on the podcast can help you better understand all the varied components of activating our glutes. Lisa Mitro is a Doctor of Physical Therapy…
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301. P90X Creator Tony Horton on the Power of Exercise to Change Your Life
When it comes to health and fitness, Tony Horton needs no introduction. For over 40 years he has been involved in the fitness industry, and continues to be a…
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300 Episodes! Learnings from Interviewing The Smartest Running Experts in the World
This week we're here to celebrate episode 300! Over the years several common themes have emerged from interviewing the best and brightest in physiology…
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299. Can Ketones Help You Run Faster? Dr. Latt Mansor on Ketone Supplements
If you are familiar with ketones, you know that they are commonly associated with a long term, low carbohydrate diet that can be challenging for runners to…
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298. Mario Fraioli | Combining Marathon and Ultra Training in One Season
Traditional training plans focus on one distance at a time, whether it's a fast 5k or a marathon PR. But what if your race schedule looks a little less…
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297. Running Log Best Practices + the new Performance Training Journal!
If you're looking to take your running to the next level, strategic use of a training log can help you get there. Using a journal to collect your thoughts…
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296. Body Positions, Cues, and Cadence: The Ultimate Running Form Episode with Paul Mackinnon
Running form has often focused on concepts like cadence and footstrike to create change and improve efficiency. But a "top down" approach - focusing on the…
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295. Unlocking the Secrets to Kenyan Running Dominance, with Author Sarah Gearhart
On the podcast this week I have Sarah Gearhart, a writer and 14-time marathoner. She's a sports journalist whose work has appeared pretty much everywhere…
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294. The Big Shin Splints Episode: Prevention and Treatment with Dr. Duane Scotti
Shin splints are a common source of pain for newer runners, and misconceptions abound when it comes to managing them. Learn how to prevent and treat shin…
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Mountain Runner Kenzie Barlow on Why She Lifts Weights, the Magic of the Process, and More
We spend far more time training than we ever will racing. By learning to love the process of improvement in all of its forms, you'll come to enjoy the journey…
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292. How to Control Intensity and Get in the Right Mindset Before a Big Race
When race day arrives, having the right mindset can be the deciding factor in your success. This week's guest on the podcast knows the importance of mindset…
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291. Dr. Justin Ross on Mental Toughness, Psychological Skill-Building, and Confidence
Dr. Justin Ross is a clinical psychologist and the Director of Workplace Wellbeing at the University of Colorado Health Hospital. He is also a competitive…
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290. Olympian Nick Symmonds on Obsession, Growing YouTube to 1M Subscribers, and Being an Entertainer
When you've already pushed your body to the limit and made it to the Olympics as an elite 800m runner, what's next? Nick Symmonds returns to talk about his…
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289. Hamstring Health Masterclass: Strength Coach Kyle Davey on Preventing Hamstring Injuries
This week on the podcast I have strength coach and sprinting expert Kyle Davey to help runners gain a better understanding of hamstring injuries and how to…
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288. How to Set Massive PR's in Your 40's (a behind-the-scenes coaching call - rerun)
I've had the privilege of working with this week's guest on the podcast for nearly four years. Thomas Shanabruch came to me as a gifted runner who was looking…
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287. Comedian Laura Green Jokes About Strava, Podcasters, Catcalling, and More
Comedian Laura Green has been a lifelong runner who competed in middle distance at Northeastern University. She now lives in Boston with her family, and in her…
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286. Ultrarunner Dylan Bowman on What Makes Trail Running Special (and its future)
This week's guest has played a pivotal role in the trail running community. Dylan Bowman is an elite ultrarunner, podcast host, and leader and cofounder of…
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Weightlifting Q&A with Coach Matt Chittim (Imposter Syndrome, Lifting Heavy, and More)
Strength training is an essential component of becoming a better athlete. If you're a runner who's a newbie in the gym or an experienced weightlifter looking…
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284. How to Schedule Running with Unconventional Work Hours
If your job requires unconventional hours, it can be a struggle to find the time to run. But with a little creativity, even runners with challenging schedules…
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283. New Runner Q&A (Heart Rate, Strength, Mileage, and More) with Mark Kennedy
Are you a new runner or looking to get back into the sport after a long break? This episode is for you! We tackle all the questions to help you get started…
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282. Marathon Myths, Half-Truths, and Mistakes with Author and Coach Sam Murphy
Sam Murphy is a journalist, author and running coach. She has written for numerous newspapers and magazines over the last 20 years, and pens the enduring…
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281. Fasting, Blood Sugar, and Diabetes with Sports Dietitian Meghann Featherstun
Meet Meghann Featherstun - a Registered Dietitian and board certified specialist in sports dietetics. Meghann is also a talented runner, having broken 3 hours…
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280. How to Keep Improving As a Master's Runner (a new coaching call!)
This week's podcast features a coaching call with a runner named Bradford. After a year of fast racing, Bradford had a taste of success and is looking to make…
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279. World Mountain Running Champion Grayson Murphy on Long-Term Injury Recovery
Grayson Murphy is a five-time Division 1 All-American, the 2019 World Mountain Running Champion, and the 2019 and 2021 US Mountain Running Champion. In…
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278. Off-Season vs. Base Building: How to Structure Time Off
What exatly is the "off-season?" In this episode, coach Jason Fitzgerald discusses the often-confusing off-season and why it's really a combination of time off…
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277. How to Build and Grow Running-Specific Confidence
Any athlete who seeks to perform at their best knows the importance of mental training. Whether it's a tough workout, a local 5k, or competing on the world…
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276. Running & Power: Exploring 'Mechanical Output' with David Roche
If you haven't thought much about power as it relates to your running, you're not alone. As runners, power isn't something that we often consider in our…
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275. Stability Training the Right Way, with Physical Therapist and Researcher Jay Dicharry
What exactly is stability and how does it impact our running? Stability allows us to transform strength into speed. The good news is that building stability…
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274. Training Fundamentals, "Full" Marathons, Road vs. Trails, and more (with Travis Macy)
This week's episode is with ultra endurance athlete Travis Macy. It was originally published on his podcast, The Travis Macy Show. Travis interviews me on a…
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273. A Behind-the-Scenes Coaching Call on How to Escape a Rut
Whether it's illness, injury, or stale training, most runners have found themselves stuck in a rut at times. Learn the best way to assess your running and…
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272. The Hidden Causes of Running Injuries, with Brodie Sharpe
Most runners are familiar with common training flaws that can lead to injury - like running faster or farther than your body can handle. But understanding…
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271. The Philadelphia Marathon Course Guide, with Race Director Kathleen Titus
The Philadelphia Marathon is unique in its ability to provide big city race amenities coupled with an accessible, runner-focused event. This is your…
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270. The Born to Run Training Philosophy, with Chris McDougall and Eric Orton
Born to Run inspired runners all over the world with its story of the Tarahumara Indians alongside Christopher McDougall's quest to run with more joy and less…
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269. How to Fix Knee Pain: A Behind-the-Scenes Coaching Call
Knee pain is a common and aggravating injury for many runners. In this week's coaching call, learn how to assess and fix your knee pain through strength work…
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High Mileage Tips, Tricks, and Philosophy, with Boulder Underground's Matt Meyer
Matt Meyer is a member of the Boulder Underground team, a running and strength coach at Revo Physiotherapy and Sports Performance, and owns a 2:34 marathon PR…
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Author Matt Fitzgerald on How to Perfect the Art and Skill of Pacing
The art of pacing yourself correctly is the key to success in workouts and races. But like any other skill, it requires practice and understanding what it…
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266. Should You Get a Running Coach? Tips and Q&A with Coach Bertrand "B" Newson
Runners of all levels can benefit from coaching, but it's important to find the right match to get the most out of your relationship. If you're looking for a…
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265. Dr. Asher Henry on How to Assess and Prevent Posterior Chain Injuries
As a runner, keeping your posterior chain strong and functional is the key to healthy running. The muscles that make up the posterior chain comprise the entire…
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264. How to Engineer a Comeback from Injury, Illness, or a Failed Race (with Matt Chittim)
We all face obstacles in our running, whether it's illness, injury, or a race that doesn't live up to our expectations. Learning how to navigate each of these…
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How to Optimize Strength Training for Running (Jason Gets Interviewed!)
Strength training requires planning and periodization, just like running. Learn how to optimize your strength routine to get the best possible benefits from…
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262. Reverse Engineering Efficient Running Form with Matt Minard DPT, CSCS
Running form is a hot topic that can often confuse runners. This week's guest offers actionable advice to help you discover your own best form to improve your…
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261. 5x National Champ Eoin Everard on Neuromuscular vs. Aerobic Runners, Muscle Activation, and Master's Training
There are broad elements of training that all runners need to work on in order to improve. But if you tailor your workouts to your unique physiology, you can…
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260. 3 Proven Ways to Build Endurance (Least to Most Risky!)
While endurance may not be the sexiest word when it comes to better running, it is certainly the most essential. Endurance is a broad term that applies to…
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Running and Lifting: How Elizabeth Does Both As a Sub-3 Marathoner
Listeners know I'm a relentless advocate of strength training, whether you're doing bodyweight exercises at home or lifting heavy in the gym. But some runners…
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258. Professor of Kinesiology Kim Dawson on Managing Pre-Race Anxiety
Kim Dawson is a professor of kinesiology at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, ON, Canada. Her extensive education and research in psychomotor behaviour…
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257. Get to Know Jason: An Interview with Strength Running's Jason Fitzgerald
Jason Fitzgerald is the driving force behind Strength Running's website, video channel, and podcast, but you may not know as much about his life behind the…
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256. How to Be Adaptable and Flexible with Your Training with Coach Ryan Banta
Living through the recent pandemic has made us acutely aware of the need to adapt to changing circumstances. We can only control the controllables, and there…
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255. How Ali Feller Got Hooked on Running, Podcasting, and Runners (like you!)
Ali Feller has become a beacon of enthusiasm for the sport of running and its passionate, supportive community. Her podcast, Ali on the Run, is one of the most…
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254. Running Imbalances: How to Prevent & Treat Asymmetries with Dr. Sarah Ceschin
Running is essentially a series of one-legged hops repeated over and over again. The repetitive nature of running can exacerbate imbalances in any part of our…
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253. Pregnant & Postpartum Running with Dr. Rachel Selman DPT, CSCS
Misconceptions and misunderstandings abound when it comes to running while pregnant and postpartum. With the research constantly evolving it can be tough to…
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Everything You Need to Know About Marathon Fueling with Holley Samuel MEd, RD, CPT
Holley Samuel is a Registered Dietitian who also happens to be a Boston Marathon Qualifier. She has a Master's in Health Education and is a Certified Personal…
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251. How 2x Olympian Kara Goucher Handles Expectations, Pressure, and Pre-Race Anxiety
This week's guest on the podcast needs no introduction. As one of America's most dominant female runners, Kara Goucher earned a spot on the Olympic team in the…
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250. Mountain Runner Kelly Halpin on One-Hour Warm-ups and Well-Rounded Athleticism
No matter how much you love running, all runners should strive to be athletes for success and longevity in the sport. Being well-rounded in pursuit of your…
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249. Ultramarathoner Krissy Moehl on the Value of Adventures, Training Logs, and Reflection
This week's guest on the podcast, Krissy Moehl, is an elite ultramarathoner and coach who has had unique longevity in the sport and is helping her athletes to…
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248. Running Form Best Practices and Gait Analysis with Dr. Anh Bui, DPT, CSCS
Dr. Anh Bui is both a runner and an expert on running form and gait analysis. She competed in cross country and track at UC San Diego and her interest in…
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247. Football Player to 2:52 Marathoner: How Brent Ran 48 Minutes Faster Over 26.2 Miles
If you didn't start running from a young age, can you still get really fast? Yes! Today's guest is Brent, a member of our Team Strength Running group, and he's…
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246. The Big Stress Fracture Episode with Dr. Emily Kraus
Stress fractures are an injury feared most by runners. And with good reason - they require extensive time off for healing and recovery. By understanding common…
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Running Explained's Elisabeth Scott on Pacing, Easy Runs, Zone 2, and More
Elisabeth Scott has coaching certifications from RRCA, USATF, and UESCA. She's also the host of the enormously popular Running Explained podcast. In this…
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Recovery 101: The 5 Best Ways to Recover From Hard Running
Without recovery, all those long runs, workouts, and training won't help you become a faster runner. We improve when we rest, so let's make sure we're…
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243. How to Build Real-World Mental Toughness (a behind the scenes coaching call)
Training your brain to handle the difficult moments in workouts and races is an essential skill for runners. If you're new to the mental training, this…