Doctors of Running Podcast

It's time for another round of buy/sell, no maybes, no caveats here. Nathan, Matt, and David debate the utility of plyometric training, the value or supertrainers, running "slow", a post-race beer, and more. Hot takes only here! Chapters 0:00 - Intro 2:50 - Plyometric training will help train for the marathon distance 11:03 - Supertrainers that cost over $200 16:24 - Supertrainers are worth it for new runners 21:06 - Youth racing in Vaporflys 24:50 - Regular super shoes are better at short distance races than specific 5K/10K shoes 30:53 - Trainers without outsoles 34:47 - Run slow to run fast 44:54 - Post-race beer 50:04 - Minimalist footwear is a dying breed 54:48 - Wrap-up

8 Maj 202455min

On this episode, Andrea is joined by oncologic physical therapist, Scott Capozza for a practical and scientific approach to running while fighting and surviving cancer. Scott shares his own journey with testicular cancer. He and Andrea discuss the role of physical therapy for oncology patients, recommendations for maintaining running during cancer treatment, and practical advice for returning to fitness after treatment is over. Whether you or a loved one is battling cancer, or you're healthcare professional caring for cancer patients, this is a must-listen! Scott Capozza, PT, MS has worked as a physical therapist in a multi-disciplinary survivorship clinic as well as an outpatient physical therapist dedicated to oncology rehabilitation. He received a Master of Physical Therapy degree from Ithaca College in 1999. Scott initially worked in pediatric physical therapy, including outpatient pediatrics, school-based physical therapy, and aquatic-based physical therapy, before making the transition to adult oncology rehabilitation. Scott is among the first class of board-certified clinical specialists in oncologic physical therapy in the United States and serves as a SACE II Item Writer for the oncology certification exam through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists. He holds several leadership positions within the American Physical Therapy Association, including the APTA Media Corps and the Academy of Oncologic Physical Therapy. You can find Scott online on Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn. Links mentioned in the show: American College of Sports Medicine Roundtable on Exercise Guidelines for Cancer Survivors Exercise Guidelines for Cancer Survivors Patient Is Otherwise Healthy ChoosePT Chapters 0:00 - Introducing Scott 12:42 - Scott's journey with running and his cancer diagnosis 22:37 - The chronic effects of cancer treatment on exercise performance 24:16 - Scott's approach to PT during cancer treatment 32:34 - A holistic approach to PT & cancer treatment 40:56 - If a runner has been diagnosed, how do they know if it's safe to continue running? 48:09 - Evaluating a patient's progress post-cancer-treatment 54:42 - How to advocate for yourself with your medical team 58:50 - Resources for learning about oncology rehab 1:02:31 - Finding an oncology-certified PT 1:03:56 - Wrap-up

1 Maj 20241h 6min

If you've been following Doctors of Running for a while, you know we don't always agree on shoes we test. Today Matt & Andrea host a special episode to discuss their differing opinions on Saucony's latest racer, the Endorphin Pro 4. Andrea loves it at 5K/10K pace while Matt enjoys it most at marathon/tempo paces. They dig into what make their experiences different, how biomechanics influence our perception of shoes (especially super shoes), and how to find the best racing shoe for you. Chapters 0:00 - Intro 3:42 - An overview of the Saucony Endorphin Pro 4 7:45 - The fit of the Endorphin Pro 4 13:34 - Midsole & Ride 23:59 - The importance of shoes geometries lining up with biomechanics 28:24 - Shoe characteristics that influence ride experience 31:54 - The influence of sockliners on the feel of a shoe 35:55 - The stability of the Endorphin Pro 4 39:34 - Learning about your running experience & finding reviews that match with you 46:06 - Wrap-up We're excited to share this week the launch of our new Doctors of Running page at Running Warehouse! Every want to tackle trails like David, crush hills like Matt, survive the cold like Nathan or race like Andrea? Now is your chance! You can find all our of team's favorite apparel, nutrition, and more. Check out ⁠⁠the page⁠⁠ today! We’re offering a chance to win a $100 Running Warehouse Gift Card! TO ENTER: Drop a comment in our Sunday YouTube episode for this podcast, and let us know what we should title this series! About the Contest We’re excited to share that we’re partnering with Running Warehouse for not one, not two, but eight giveaways in the coming weeks. All you have to do to enter this week is leave a comment about what shoe you’re excited for to enter for a chance to win a $100 dollar gift card to Running Warehouse. (If you left a comment in last week's video, we'll count it this time, but in the future it'll be the same podcast's Sunday drop!) The contest is open through Friday the 3rd at 9 PM EST. Only US residents are eligible to enter.  Please respond to our account only for winner announcements. We’ll reach out to you on how to get the $100 Gift Card.

24 Apr 202447min

Our very own Matt Klein is approaching the finish line on his dissertation research on masters runners. On this episode he and Nathan break down his findings! Matt's research takes a look at biomechanical changes in masters runners and the prevalence of Achilles and calf injuries. Matt explains the methodology of his two studies and what conclusions can be drawn from them. They also explore how the average runner can maximize their longevity and performance as they age. Chapters 0:00 - Intro 1:42 - The Subjective: what are your long-term running goals? 5:22 - An overview of Matt's research 12:07 - Looking at strength measures and submaximal running mechanics in masters runners 17:08 - Why is there little difference in strength measures? 23:30 - Researching at single leg horizontal hop mechanics in masters runners 29:28 - The conclusions to be drawn from the studies 32:23 - How to address power changes as you age 36:20 - Practical advice for runners as they age 43:15 - Wrap-up We're excited to share this week the launch of our new Doctors of Running page at Running Warehouse! Every want to tackle trails like David, crush hills like Matt, survive the cold like Nathan or race like Andrea? Now is your chance! You can find all our of team's favorite apparel, nutrition, and more. Check out ⁠the page⁠ today! We’re offering a chance to win a $100 Running Warehouse Gift Card! TO ENTER: Drop a comment in our Sunday YouTube episode for this podcast, and let us know what we should title this series! About the Contest We’re excited to share that we’re partnering with Running Warehouse for not one, not two, but eight giveaways in the coming weeks. All you have to do to enter this week is leave a comment about what shoe you’re excited for to enter for a chance to win a $100 dollar gift card to Running Warehouse. (If you left a comment in last week's video, we'll count it this time, but in the future it'll be the same podcast's Sunday drop!) The contest is open through Friday the 26th at 9 PM EST. Only US residents are eligible to enter.  Please respond to our account only for winner announcements. We’ll reach out to you on how to get the $100 Gift Card.

17 Apr 202450min

It's another DOR mailbag: time to answer more of your questions. Nathan, David, and Matt tackle your questions about bone stress injuries, rehabbing from them, youth athletics, flat feet, and more. We want to hear from you! Let us know what your favorite daily trainer this year has been. Have more mailbag questions for us? Email us at doctorsofrunningpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram. Chapters 0:00 - Intro 3:10 - The Subjective: what's been your favorite daily trainer of the year so far? 16:54 - Rehabbing from & preventing bone stress injuries 29:55 - Bone stress injuries in youth athletes 39:45 - The importance of participating in multiple sports 45:16 - Flat footed runners & foot pain when racing 53:39 - Matching foot-type to shoe-type 55:47 - Shoes without aggressive sidewalls 59:49 - Wrap-up We're excited to share this week the launch of our new Doctors of Running page at Running Warehouse! Every want to tackle trails like David, crush hills like Matt, survive the cold like Nathan or race like Andrea? Now is your chance! You can find all our of team's favorite apparel, nutrition, and more. Check out the page today! We’re offering a chance to win a $100 Running Warehouse Gift Card! TO ENTER: Drop a comment in our Sunday YouTube episode for this podcast, and let us know what we should title this series! About the Contest We’re excited to share that we’re partnering with Running Warehouse for not one, not two, but eight giveaways in the coming weeks. All you have to do to enter this week is leave a comment about what shoe you’re excited for to enter for a chance to win a $100 dollar gift card to Running Warehouse. (If you left a comment in last week's video, we'll count it this time, but in the future it'll be the same podcast's Sunday drop!) The contest is open through Friday the 29nd at 9 PM EST. Only US residents are eligible to enter.  Please respond to our account only for winner announcements. We’ll reach out to you on how to get the $100 Gift Card.

10 Apr 20241h

If you know anything about Doctors of Running, you know we care a lot about stability and helping you find the best shoe for you. On this episode, Matt Klein breaks down stability, both in shoes and in biomechanics. He also breaks down different methods brand use to add stability to their shoes. Ever been told you need a stability shoe? Ever wondered what sidewalls or sole flair are? This is the episode for you. Chapters 0:00 - Intro 0:44 - Defining stability 5:25 - Defining pronation 9:12 - Defining supination 10:19 - The anatomy and mechanics of pronation 17:00 - Overview of stability methods 23:42 - Medial posts 25:02 - Shoe stiffness 26:38 - Sidewalls 28:28 - Sole flare 32:36 - Internal sole geometry 34:32 - Heel counters & upper stiffness 36:56 - How much stability do you need? 44:22 - Wrap-up We’re offering a chance to win a $100 Running Warehouse Gift Card! TO ENTER: Drop a comment in our Sunday YouTube episode for this podcast, and let us know what we should title this series! About the Contest We’re excited to share that we’re partnering with Running Warehouse for not one, not two, but eight giveaways in the coming weeks. All you have to do to enter this week is leave a comment about what shoe you’re excited for to enter for a chance to win a $100 dollar gift card to Running Warehouse. (If you left a comment in last week's video, we'll count it this time, but in the future it'll be the same podcast's Sunday drop!) The contest is open through Friday the 29nd at 9 PM EST. Only US residents are eligible to enter.  Please respond to our account only for winner announcements. We’ll reach out to you on how to get the $100 Gift Card.

3 Apr 202445min

On this episode, Matt & Andrea have the privilege of interviewing Olympian Kara Goucher. Kara's just released her book, the Longest Race, Inside the Secret World of Abuse, Doping, and Deception on Nike's Elite Running Team. They cover many facets of Kara's story, from her current struggles with runner's dystonia to her integral part in exposing the Nike Oregon Project and Alberto Salazar. They also discuss how excel at any fitness level, finding joy in running by feel, and encouraging female runners of all ages. Kara Goucher is a three-time NCAA champion, two-time Olympian, winner of the silver medal at the 2007 World Championships in the 10,000 meters, and a podium finisher at the Boston and New York Marathons. She is a running analyst for NBC Sports. She cohosts the hit running commentary podcast Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara, as well as the Clean Sport Collective podcast, promoting fair play in sports. She lives in Boulder, Colorado, with her Olympic-runner husband, Adam, and their son, Colt. Her website is KaraGoucher.com. Report at the links below if you have experienced abuse or misconduct, or if you have reasonable suspicion of abuse or misconduct inflicted on, or by, someone in the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement, which includes USATF. There are no associated costs, fees, or other financial barriers attached to submitting a report. The reporting form available when clicking the ‘Report Abuse or Misconduct’ button allows for reports to be made anonymously.https://uscenterforsafesport.org/report-a-concern/https://www.usatf.org/safe-sport/reporting-a-safe-sport-complaintIf you or someone you know needs help with disordered eating, please consult these resources:https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/resource-center/https://fastr.stanford.edu/resources/ Chapters 0:00: - Intro 2:16: - If you could change one thing about the sport of running, what would it be? 16:09: - How to find your own excellence level 20:34: - Kara's runners dystonia diagnosis 32:02: - How shoe choice effects dystonia 40:17: - Learning to live & train with dystonia 44:50: - Kara's new book 49:09: - The impacts of Kara's testimony about the Nike Oregon Project 53:44: - The role of SafeSport in protecting athletes 1:00:51: - Improving female athlete's health as they grow and age 1:12:12: - Wrap-up We’re offering a chance to win a $100 Running Warehouse Gift Card! TO ENTER: Drop a comment in our Sunday YouTube episode for this podcast, and let us know what we should title this series! About the Contest We’re excited to share that we’re partnering with Running Warehouse for not one, not two, but eight giveaways in the coming weeks. All you have to do to enter this week is leave a comment about what shoe you’re excited for to enter for a chance to win a $100 dollar gift card to Running Warehouse. (If you left a comment in last week's video, we'll count it this time, but in the future it'll be the same podcast's Sunday drop!) The contest is open through Friday the 29nd at 9 PM EST. Only US residents are eligible to enter.  Please respond to our account only for winner announcements. We’ll reach out to you on how to get the $100 Gift Card.

27 Mars 20241h 15min

We love some science here at Doctors of Running and this episode is all about the science of running injuries. We've all dealt with injuries, and here Nathan Brown breaks down three different studies looking at the science behind injuries, their risk factors, and more. If you're looking for a science-backed approach to reducing your injury risk and optimizing your training, tune in! Check out the studies yourself here: Incidence and determinants of lower extremity running injuries in long distance runners: a systematic review Running-Related Injuries Among More Than 7000 Runners in 87 Different Countries: The Garmin-RUNSAFE Running Health Study A framework for the etiology of running-related injuries Chapters 0:00 - Intro 2:32 - Systematic review of injury risk & frequency 6:54 - Running injury risk factors 13:20 - Garmin's study on running injuries 19:58 - Findings on injury frequency over time & mileage 25:04 - Conceptual framework on injury causes 33:08 - Physical status: your capability to adapt to load 38:52 - The most common mistakes that runners make in training 44:18 - Wrap-up We’re offering a chance to win a $100 Running Warehouse Gift Card! TO ENTER: Drop a comment in our Sunday YouTube episode for this podcast, and let us know what we should title this series! About the Contest We’re excited to share that we’re partnering with Running Warehouse for not one, not two, but eight giveaways in the coming weeks. All you have to do to enter this week is leave a comment about what shoe you’re excited for to enter for a chance to win a $100 dollar gift card to Running Warehouse. (If you left a comment in last week's video, we'll count it this time, but in the future it'll be the same podcast's Sunday drop!) The contest is open through Friday the 29nd at 9 PM EST. Only US residents are eligible to enter.  Please respond to our account only for winner announcements. We’ll reach out to you on how to get the $100 Gift Card.

20 Mars 202445min