The Run Smarter Podcast

Recovery is tough! It is a frustrating process that seems never-ending at times. This episode will help soften the blow and set you on the right path towards your destination. Every runner who has faced challenges returning from an injury needs to listen to this episode. We discuss how to plan for your journey to pain-free running and to expect the unexpected.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Isobel is the host of Peak Endurance podcast and today she joins me to discuss Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). It can be a very severe condition that is often unrecognised and can dramatically impact performance and risk of sickness and injury.I scratched up on the most recent research around RED-S for Isobel and I to have a constructive discussion. Isobel shares her own experience with RED-S and the detrimental outcomes.We chat about the risk factors, physical and psychological impacts, issues surrounding body image and pressures put on young adolescent age groups. Even if you are not within the young population, it is crucial to understand RED-S and recognise signs, symptoms and toxic environments which RED-S might manifest itself. Click on the links for Peak Endurance:Website: https://www.peakendurancecoaching.com.au/#/Insta: https://www.instagram.com/peakendurancecoaching/Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Shawn Bearden is the host of the very successful 'Science Of Ultra' podcast. He is a full professor of Physiology at the Idaho State University and has a particular interest in running economy, bioenergetics and physiology thresholds. Today we step in another direction and talk about the mental side of endurance running. Topics we cover are:What are the key differences between marathons and ultras?Which common traits leads runners to thrive in ultras?How can someone build on their psychological limits?How do we know when to push on & when to back off?Here are all the links for Science of Ultra:Website: https://www.scienceofultra.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ScienceOfUltraYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGTYwCx8S1-sWBm5qK4eFUwPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-ultra-ultra-marathon-trail-running-expertise/id1042673386?ls=1&mt=2Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Maryke Louw is a sports injury Physiotherapist and delivers excellent content around injury diagnosis and management. She is a practicing clinician and online physiotherapist with a big passion treating runners. Today she shares her top 5 topics around proximal hamstring tendinopathy and why some clients are not recovering. Some of our topics include:The role of compression around tendinopathy managementDoes the type of running effect me?Should I be stretching?What exercises should I start with & how can I progress?How long does a hamstring tendinopathy take to heal?Debunking beliefs around this condition. Please follow Maryke's work on these platforms: https://www.sports-injury-physio.com/meet-sports-physiotherapist-marykehttps://www.facebook.com/SportsInjuryPhysio/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuGyKVhuCa_iattvhM4DlQQBecome a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

This episode we identify common misconceptions surrounding knee osteoarthritis and bust common myths you might have. Ideas around:What is knee OA?What causes knee OA?What are the consequences of having OA?What is the symptom timeline?What are common non-surgical treatments?We also discuss the correlation between running and osteoarthritis. What some common symptoms are and if you can continue to run with OA. The answers might surprise you!Kevin Maggs is an instructor for The Running Clinic in the US, he helps deliver sound evidence-based advice to runners and medical practitioners alike. Link here for Kevin's twitter account: https://twitter.com/RunningReformLink here to learn more about The Running Clinic courses: https://therunningclinic.com/enBecome a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Last episode we covered Plantar Fasciitis causes, prognosis, symptoms, differential diagnosis and risk factors. It is essential for effective management that a correct diagnosis and compromised structures are identified so please listen to plantar fasciitis 1 if you haven't already done so.Today we discuss treatment by:STEP 1: ways to reduce painSTEP 2: building up load tolerance STEP 3: Maintenance & prevention phaseMy 5 tips for plantar fasciitis preventionRunning considerations for plantar fasciitisBecome a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Plantar Fasciitis (AKA plantar heel pain & plantar fasciopathy) can be extremely debilitating for runners & is very commonly a chronic condition. But it doesn't have to be! This episode covers crucial information about plantar fasciitis in running much as:common symptomsdiagnostic tests & relevant scanshow long plantar fasciitis takes to recoverother potential causes for your symptomsplantar fasciitis risk factorsBecome a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Runner's knee AKA Patellofemoral pain syndrome is a complex topic. So Pat & Mike from That's Running Podcast helped me with providing the best advice for you and your knee pain.Some topics we discuss are:How we define PFJ pain & outdated terminologyWhy you should stop foam rolling your ITBCorrect diagnosis before undergoing treatmentWhat are the treatment options for youCommon mistakes with PFJ painCommon training errorsIs changing your shoes the answer?If you love hearing the boys and want to continue following them, head to their podcast or the links below:https://www.facebook.com/thatsrunning/https://www.instagram.com/thatsrunning/Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Dr Amy Bender is a sleep scientist on a mission to promote sleep for well-being & better performance. She is the perfect guest to have on the podcast to discuss it's importance for your running performance, recovery and efficiency. We discuss:Link between sleep and running injuriesWhat you need to know about the different sleep stagesSigns & symptoms of poor sleep habitsImportance of both sleep quality and quantity Common sleeping disorders for runnersCan I sleep too much?Practical tips for sleep hygieneRight sleep position and pillowHere are the links for:Amy's twitter account https://twitter.com/Sleep4SportAmy's insta account https://www.instagram.com/sleep4sport/Here is a link for the sleep questionnaire: https://static-content.springer.com/esm/art%3A10.1186%2Fs40798-018-0140-5/MediaObjects/40798_2018_140_MOESM1_ESM.pdfBecome a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Tyson hosts the Relaxed Running Podcast and we combined my knowledge as a physiotherapist with his knowledge as a running coach to put together a list of common training errors. Whether you have been running for 10 weeks or 10 years you will learn a lot from today's episode. We cover:The errors with doing too much too soon.The dangers with combining certain training variablesThe benefits of running slow and finding your 'embarrassing pace'.Linking training errors with sleep, stress and recovery.The dangers of lacking consistency.The big factor of frustration when recovering from an injury.Relaxed Running Podcast can be found on insta: https://www.instagram.com/relaxed_running/Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Chloe is an Advanced Sports Dietitian and co-owner of the Health Performance Collective. She also works with athletes including the Parramatta Eels Rugby team. If you want to progress in your running performance, you need the right advice around nutrition. Here are some of the topics we cover:Subtle symptoms that might relate to poor nutrition.Signs of a healthy nutritional balanceWhat FODMAP and IBS is and how it effects our runningIs there a relationship between diet and injury?The miscommunication with implementing a low FODMAP diet.Training errors that can lead to gut issues.You can follow Chloe's 2 instagram pages here:https://www.instagram.com/chloe_mcleod_dietitian/https://www.instagram.com/health_performance_collective/And more about her low FODMAP challenge here:https://www.instagram.com/thefodmapchallenge/Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Dr Peter Malliaras has been a clinical researcher in the field of tendinopathy pathology and rehabilitation for more than 15 years. He has contributed to more than 55 peer review publications surrounding tendinopathy and as a clinician, sees around 30-40 tendinopathy clients per week.I pick his brain around:The latest research in tendon pain and tendon rehabilitationWhat management has shifted in the past 5-10 yearsWhat we can conclude with shockwave. PRP and cortisone injections.Best management from acute to chronicWhen to be sent for scansWhat other structures could be contributing to painYour Facebook questions also get answered!To visit Peter's website head to: https://www.tendinopathyrehab.com/For Peter's twitter go to: https://twitter.com/DrPeteMalliarasBecome a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Another podcast first. I talk to Caz who has agreed to be our first case study. Suffering with patella tendinopathy for 5 months now, we discuss her initial symptoms and how management spun out of control. We talk about the highs and lows of her journey, discussing recent flare-ups amongst the small wins and her battle to run the Melbourne Marathon this year.In this episode you will learn:Common characteristics and behaviour of patella tendinopathyReal-world presentation of the downward spiralWhy sometimes you shouldn't listen to doctorsTests you can perform to determine your tendon capacityInitial steps to control tendon irritabilityWhy you need to be careful implementing speedThe raw emotions and frustrations with chronic tendinopathy.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Now we get practical! We break down Achilles, High hamstring & gluteal tendinopathy into 5 categories:1.) Generic causes & common training errors 2.) Daily modifications to avoid compression3.) Exercise progressions: isometric, isotonic, plyometric.4.) Running biomechanical considerations5.) Differential diagnosisLearn about the difference between mid-portion and insertional achilles tendinopathyDifferent sleeping positions to help gluteal tendinopathyIntrinsic risk factors for achilles tendon painExamples to strengthen the hamstring out of compressionBecome a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Talking tendons 1 explains WHY and HOW we get a tendinopathy, but now we look at some universal principles to rehabilitate and prevent tendon pain! We learn 3 stages to recovery:Stage 1: Identify daily tasks and positions that will be compressing the tendon.Stage 2: Tendons love load! but how do we progress?Step 1: isometrics, Step 2: Eccentrics Step 3: Concentric/eccentrics Step 4: power/speed/plyometrics Step 5: entire kinetic chain restore functionStage 3: Throughout stage 2 carefully balancing what running loads can be tolerated. Then we finish with Brodie's top 5 Prevention tips: Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

We begin a new mini-series with Talking Tendons 101.Learn the different tendon pain terminology: Tendinopathy, Tendinosis, tendinitis.Learn about the tendon structure continuum: Reactive, dysrepair, Degenerative.The 3 main reasons why we get tendinopathy 1. Overload. 2 Compression. 3. Lack of recovery/reducing load tolerance.Tendinopathy risk factors and why we don't rely heavily on biomechanics.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Today we introduce Dane Verwey who is a physiotherapist & the Run Culture podcast host. We combine forces and knowledge to discuss the difference between good pain and bad pain. This is crucial to differentiate because we don’t want to push an injury into a more aggravated state but also, we don't want to completely rest if we don't have to.Some concepts we discuss are:Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), why is it 'good' pain.The common characteristics of DOMSHow DOMS is different to 'Bad' painHow the location and nature of your pain can be interpreted How you would expect good pain and bad pain to respond to rest & exerciseThe consequences of misinterpreting two 2 type of painSome tests you can do at home to assess if you are clear to run after 'Bad' pain.Common characteristics of stress fractures.Dane is a good friend and will appear of several episode in the future to discuss different topics:Click here to find his podcast on Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/run-culture-podcast/id1478354435Click here to find Dane's FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1702135413205474/ and instagram: https://www.instagram.com/run.culture/Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

We complete the strength training for runners season by squeezing in one more episode. We highlight the importance of foot strength for running and everyday life with Tim Bransdon. Can we overcome plantar fasciitis, heel pain, foot pain with functional strengthening? If so, how?We look at some practical tests you can perform at home to determine your level of foot balance, coordination, strength, spring & overall function. Tim also talks about the role of orthotics for runners, foot shape and pronation. Does the structure of your foot determine your level of recovery, or does strength and function play a more important role?If your plantar fasciitis is so severe that it is painful walking, Tim talks through your first steps to recovery. He discusses the importance of establishing the correct mindset and empowering you through careful stages of rehabilitation.Tim Bransdon is a podiatrist from Wollongong Podiatry and is also part of the Running Lab conducting StrongFeet programs for health professionals.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook groupFollow Wollongong Podiatry at: https://www.instagram.com/wollongongpodiatry/ and https://www.facebook.com/WollongongPodiatryFollow The Running Lab at: https://www.instagram.com/the_running_lab/ and https://www.facebook.com/TheRunningLab.StrongFeet/

This episode is another big step in knowledge towards injury prevention. In order to train hard, you need to sleep hard. In order to reduce risk of overuse injuries, you need to optimize recovery. We discuss the connection of poor sleep with injury, sleep with reduced performance and the interwoven relationship of cortisol, stress and pain levels.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

From episode 1 & 2 of this season you should now have a clear understanding of pain & what influences pain. Now we take this concept and apply it to running. We dive into your running injuries and how certain beliefs, miscommunication and emotions influence your recovery. Is your brain working for you or against you?Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

As we mentioned last episode making sense of how pain is interpreted & processed can be a great ally for your running career, being oblivious could be detrimental! Chronic pain for runners is extremely debilitating. Injuries that go beyond 6 months can be difficult to overcome but after 6 months most (if not all) of the bodies structures have healed. Why does pain persist? Why is it so hard to overcome when it's in it's chronic state? What can I do about chronic pain? Let's listen and find out!Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Season 3 kicks off with something very unique. We have been laying a foundation of what every runner needs to know & season 3 is no different. No matter what your running injury, pain will initiate in the brain. Making sense of how pain is interpreted & processed can be a great ally for your running career, being oblivious could be detrimental!Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

We have explored the ideas around WHY you should implement strength training into your running routine, now let's discuss the HOW. Richard Blagrove is the first guest I have on this podcast and is one of the world's best leading researchers in the field of strength & conditioning for runners. He is a lecturer in Physiology and S&C director at Loughborough University. He is also the author of the book Strength & Conditioning for Endurance Runners.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

We have ticked off the overall benefits of strength training and elevating a runner's performance in earlier episodes. Now we are busting a few more myths, particularly around muscle soreness and weight gain. A lot of runners are worried about hitting the gym because they don't want to lose flexibility and become a heavy, bulky gym go-er. We dispel these myths on today's episode.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Season 2 is dedicated to resistance training. Last episode we discussed injury risks when strengthen training and the links with injury prevention. This episode we dive into strength training and running performance. Will it make me a better, faster runner? Have a listen to find out. Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Season 2 is dedicated to resistance training. Runners either love, hate, or love to hate strength training. Are you in danger of getting injured in the gym if you start strength training? And if I go through the effort of starting strength training, will it help prevent running injuries? We will cover these 2 topics in today's episode along with plenty more throughout season 2.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Chapter 10 from my e-book is titled: 'The 3 P's: Pessimism, Perfectionism & Personality'. Does running injury relate to these traits? What about running performance, or injury recovery times? This is a big eye-opener for people so tune in to learn all about it. The e-book is called 'The Universal Principles to Overcome any Running Injury: Physio secrets for any runner' and you can find it over on my facebook group.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Chapter 9 from my e-book is titled: 'The power of cross training: Vascularisation and the art of keeping strong'. We discuss the relevance strength training has for you as a runner. Does it help injury prevention? Does it help performance? These questions are answered plus real world examples. The e-book is called 'The Universal Principles to Overcome any Running Injury: Physio secrets for any runner' and you can find it over on my facebook group.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Chapter 8 from my e-book is titled: 'Rest not always best: Avoiding the Pain, Rest, Weakness downward spiral'. Complete rest is the most common treatment approach for novice runners and can often be the most detrimental. We discuss why rest is such a trap and how it can be avoided. The e-book is called 'The Universal Principles to Overcome any Running Injury: Physio secrets for any runner' and you can find it over on my facebook group.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Chapter 7 from my e-book is titled: 'Stress Less: The hidden dangers that reduce your capacity to adapt'. Certain hidden dangers such as poor nutrition, physical and mental stress, disrupted sleep, gut issues and even some medications can leave you prone to injury. Why these are dangerous and what you can do about it is coming up on this episode. The e-book is called 'The Universal Principles to Overcome any Running Injury: Physio secrets for any runner' and you can find it over on my facebook group. Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Chapter 6 from my e-book is titled: 'Watch your step: Calculating cadence and understanding it's importance'. We define what your running cadence is, the influence it has on your running injuries and running efficiency, how you can calculate your cadence yourself & if it is important for you to change it. The e-book is called 'The Universal Principles to Overcome any Running Injury: Physio secrets for any runner' and you can find it over on my facebook group.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Chapter 5 from my e-book is titled Analysis Paralysis: What to pay attention to and what to avoid. It is very difficult for a runner to know what is evidence-based, sound advice from the internet. Misguided information from cherry picked articles, ego driven narratives and hidden agendas. We cover this major issue and puts you on the path to running wisdom. The e-book 'The Universal Principles to Overcome any Running Injury: Physio secrets for any runner' and you can find it over on my facebook group.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Chapter 4 from my e-book is titled Sleep On It: observing pain over 24 hours. Accurately interpreting your symptoms is essential so on this episode we discuss what symptoms should you pay attention to & common running injury pain patterns. The e-book is called 'The Universal Principles to Overcome any Running Injury: Physio secrets for any runner' and you can find it over on my facebook group.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Continuing with my e-book titled 'The Universal Principles to Overcome any Running Injury: Physio secrets for any runner'. This episode we cover stress management. Understanding how load is applied to the body and what thing means for your running injuries. I talk through how this principle applies to real world examples and how you can grasp this concept and work towards injury prevention.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

We continue through my e-book 'The Universal Principles to Overcome any Running Injury: Physio secrets for any runner'. This episode we discuss the importance of training frequency and adaptation hacking. Please go back to episode 1 if you haven't listened already which talks about my background as a physiotherapist and as a runner, the direction of this podcast and my previous work. Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

The first episode of the Run Smarter Podcast! We start with principle 1 from my e-book titled 'The Universal Principles to Overcome any Running Injury: Physio secrets for any runner'. This book contains 10 universal principles and this episode we discuss Adaptation Education: Give it time and the body will adapt. A must listen before continuing onto other episodes. I also talk about my background as a physiotherapist and as a runner. The direction of this podcast and my previous work.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group

Expand your running knowledge, identify running misconceptions and become a faster, healthier, SMARTER runner. Let Brodie Sharpe become your new running guide as he teaches you powerful injury insights from his many years as a physiotherapist while also interviewing the best running gurus in the world. This is ideal for injured runners & runners looking for injury prevention and elevated performance. So, take full advantage by starting at season 1 where Brodie teaches you THE TOP PRINCIPLES TO OVERCOME ANY RUNNING INJURY and let’s begin your run smarter journey.Become a Patron! Choose your Tier HereRun Smarter YouTube ChannelReceive Run Smarter EmailsBook a FREE Injury chat with BrodieRun Smarter App IOS or Android Podcast Facebook group