More Than Miles

In this episode Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy talk to US Olympic runner and coach of the Atlanta Track Club. Amy Yoder Begley. Amy speaks candidly about her career as a professional athlete at the Oregon Project, mental health in sports, what it is like to be a female runner and her transition to coaching. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/more-than-miles--4761296/suppor...

In this episode Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy dive into why meditation for athletes can improve performance, focus and mental clarity AND decrease risk for injury and illness. They talk about the roadblocks to meditation, how to start and a few other programs that are available to help. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/more-than-miles--4761296/support .

In this episode Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy discuss everything you need to know about Achilles Pain. They talk about the difference between tendinitis and tendonopathy, why Achilles injuries occur, the rehab process and much more. If you have any questions about your Achilles this is the episodes for you. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/more-than-miles--4761296/suppo...

This is our first episode interviewing two people! Grainnie Donnelly and Emma Brockwell are physiotherapists in the UK that are on the forefront of research and advocacy for women who want to continue running during pregnancy and postpartum. We discuss their running stories, current projects, return to running guidelines for the postpartum athlete and much more. This is a really fun and interestin...

In this episode we talk with Genie Beaver, the owner of WestStride, a specialty running store in Atlanta. We discuss her running story, how she built her business and the incredible running community at Westside. We also discuss what it is like to be a female business owner in this industry. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/more-than-miles--4761296/support .

For this episode Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy interview sports nutritionist and elite athlete Kelsey Beckmann. They discuss the importance how you fuel your body for performance as well as the implications of how we talk about food on our overall mental health. This episode is jam-packed full of great advice and you don't want to miss it! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...

In this episode Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy talk with paralympic athlete and 2021 paralympic bronze medalist, Jarryd Wallace. In this episode we discuss what it is like to be a professional runner. We discussed the pressure to perform, injuries and mental health. He talks about his long road to success - including all the ups and downs of being an athlete and having a strong athletic identity. In this e...

In this episodes Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy talked about the intricacies of Gait Analysis. They discuss what we look at during gait analysis and Why. They explain cadence manipulation, various gait retraining cues and much more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/more-than-miles--4761296/support .

In this episode Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy interviews former Olympic athlete and elite runner Carrie Tollefson. This is a really fun conversation about Carrie's lifetime of running, her many accomplishments and her running story. Carrie has given so much to the running world and her love of running is apparent in every way possible. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/m...

Join us as we interview certified mental performance consultant, Abby Keenan of Intrepid Performance. This conversation was all about the mental game of running, her personal experience running and how it shaped her current practice. We discuss how to improve your performance by addressing your mental health. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/more-than-miles--476...

This short episode is all about what we learned in our first podcasting season, what our audience can expect over the next season and just a little bit of the inside scoop! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/more-than-miles--4761296/support .

In this Episode Dr. Kate & Dr. Kacy nerd out with Steve Demoss of Big Peach Running Company on the history of running shoes, changes in the industry and everything running you can think of! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/more-than-miles--4761296/support .

In this Episode Dr. Kate & Dr. Kacy talk with professional runner, Dr. Bridget Belyou about what its like to return to professional running postpartum. They discuss some of the challenges of being a mom, a runner and professional. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/more-than-miles--4761296/support .

In this episode Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy interview Dr. Jackie Merritt neuroscientist, physical therapist, author, ultramarathoner and mom. We get to hear all about the details of preparing for and running an unltramarathon, her relationship with running, trail racing and what it is like to run during pregnancy. We end with tips and suggestions on how to continue to run and be active while pregnant. B...

This episode is all about the pelvic floor and why as athletes we need to pay attention. The pelvic floor is just made up of muscles and like any other muscle group it can cause pain, refer pain, be weak or tight. If you aren't sure if you need pelvic health this episode discusses what it is, what to expect in an appointment and how it can help. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spre...

In this episode Dr. Kate & Dr. Kacy discuss dead butt syndrome and all the myths surrounding it. Beware this one is a little silly! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/more-than-miles--4761296/support .

In this episode Dr. Kate & Dr. Kacy talk with Eric Heintz, the Director of High Performance for the Atlanta Track Club. We take a deep dive into the love of running, what actually happens behind the close doors of the Atlanta Track Club and how much they offer our city. We discuss the bold mission of reaching as many people as possible in the Metro Atlanta area who want to move - running or walkin...

In this episode Dr. Kate & Dr. Kacy discuss what neural mobility is and why it is important for athletes. Often muscles can feel tight and instinctively we stretch them to make them feel better, Yet what if stretching doesn't work and nothing ever changes? Sometimes it is the nerves that actually cause the feeling of muscle tightness. Neural tension can also impact the entire spine. Check out this...

In this episode Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy interview Coach Carl Leivers about how a running coach can improve performance and decrease injury. #running #runningcoach #carlleivers #injuryprevention #overtraining #physicaltherapy #morethanmilespodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/more-than-miles--4761296/support .

This is episode is one you don't want to miss! In this episode Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy talk with the incredible sports psychologist, Dr. Kensa Gunter. Mental health is a continuum from wellness to illness and we all function somewhere on that continuum. This episode dives deep into how mental and emotional health impacts athletes performance, when they suffer an injury and in everyday life. Become a...

In this episode Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy discuss the most common injury for endurance athletes: Knee pain. They discuss why knee pain occurs, various causes of knee pain and what you can do about it. #morethanmilespodcast #kneepain #runninginjuries #physicaltherapy #runningmedicine #enduranceathleteguru #katemihevcedwards #precisionptatl #precisionptserenbe #commonrunninginjuries #endurancemedicine #...

Overtraining is something that all endurance athletes do at some point or another. Sometimes it is because we aren't listening to our body, other times we do it without realizing it because we don't know better. In this episode Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy discuss signs and symptoms of overtraining, why it happens, how to track it and what to do about it. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.s...

In this episode Dr. Kate and Dr. Kacy speak with Sports Cardiologist, Dr. Jonathan Kim about what athletes needs to know about their heart. We discuss return to exercise post COVID-19, signs and symptoms of cardiac disease and much more. #Physical therapy #runningmedicine #cardiacdiseaseinathletes #ARVC #suddencardiacdeath #caridacscreeninginsports #precisionptatl #precisionptserenbe #morethanmile...

Dr. Kacy Seynders, physical therapist and endurance athlete shares her story about the evolution and recovery of eating disorders and mental illness in sports. Through her story we discuss how running and sports can and does impact those struggling with eating disorders and mental health positively and negatively. #Physical therapy #runningmedicine #cardiacdiseaseinathletes #anorexia #mentalhealth...

Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards, is a physical therapist and Owner/CEO of Precision Performance and Physical Therapy in Atlanta, GA. She shares her story of love, loss, and perseverance after being diagnosed with a genetic heart condition. This is a conversation about listening to our bodies, signs of cardiac disease, and coping with loss. #Physical therapy #runningmedicine #cardiacdiseaseinathletes #ARVC...