74: Dr Rich Willy - Running Researcher & Physical Therapist at University of Montana (Assoc Prof.)
The Physical Performance Show · Brad Beer (POGO Physio) & Huw Darnell
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Show Notes
In this episode of The Physical Performance Show I have a fire-side chat with Running Researcher & Physical Therapist at University of Montana (Assoc Prof.) - Dr Rich Willy. During the episode Rich unpacks about running mechanics, injuries and research. We discuss, knee pain, strength training for runners, running shoes, running trends and technology as well as so much more.
Listen in as we delve into the following:
- Introduction Dr Rich Willy
- Rich's week in a snapshot
- Why Rich got into Physical Therapy
- Focus on researching Knees
- Patello Femoral Pain
- BMI and Patello Femoral Pain
- Best advice in regard to Patello Femoral Pain
- Running Mechanics
- Preferred Step Rate
- The role of strength training in running
- Changes in running mechanics with aging
- Running Shoes
- What Rich is most excited about
- Best Advice
- Physical Challenge – Strength Training – start off with some easy weights
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