Healthy Runner Podcast

Apply for Winter Strong Coaching here (limited spots)!   [Download] Strong Glute Guide   Here's how to strengthen your body for better running during the winter months!   If you are struggling with constant injuries or not getting any faster as a runner, I am going to share with you why winter is the best time to finally get over these common sticking points in your running journey with my 6 Steps...

[Download] The Ultimate Achilles Guide for Runners   Achilles tendonitis treatment exercises don't matter if you are running in the wrong shoes.  Dr. Duane Scotti shares 4 key features to look for when shopping for the right running shoe to run pain free!   In this episode you will learn…   - What heel drop is best for achilles pain - Running shoe heel counter cushioning for achilles tendonitis -...

[Download] How to Run Injury Free (6 Steps)   How to avoid the most common running injuries!  From patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner's knee) and IT band syndrome to shin splints and plantar fasciitis, Dr. Duane sits down with Dr. Mani Alavi from the Adaptation by Fire Podcast to share practical strategies to keep you running strong so you can enjoy injury free lifelong running.   Dr. Scotti als...

[Download] Nutrition Blueprint   Here's how to avoid stomach issues while running!   Do you struggle with runners' trots, nausea, vomiting, bloating, or abdominal discomfort during hard effort runs or races?   In this episode, coach Brooke Czarnecki, RDN from our Spark Healthy Runner team provides tips on how to avoid these common gastrointestinal issues while running!   We cover all of this and m...

[Download] Return to Running after Injury Program   For the first time in my 13 year adult onset running journey, I didn't run for 6 weeks!     The longest time I ever went without running was 10 days after the cape cod marathon last year to allow for full recovery.   The longest time I ever needed to recover from an injury without running was 3 days!   No, I didn't get lazy or burnt out from runn...

Happy world mental health day!  One of the easiest ways to improve your running is to focus on mental health!  The relationship between running and mental health can be complicated and that is why I have an expert with me here today to tackle this very topic! Sarah Strong is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, certified running coach, accomplished ultrarunner and mom. She is passionate about helpin...

[Download] The Ultimate Achilles Guide for Runners   Achilles Tendon strengthening and loading exercises are an important part of the treatment plan for achilles tendonitis.     Dr. Duane Scotti shares how you can get rid of achilles pain to run pain free in 5 minutes!   In this episode you will learn…   - Dr. Duane's best tips for achilles tendonitis treatment success -The exact exercises that wi...

Are you constantly feeling anxious before a challenging workout or a race?  Wondering if your digital screen is making it worse?   Today's guest is Jennie Ketcham Crooks, who is a licensed clinical social worker, anxiety specialist and author of LOOK UP: The 30-Day Path to Digital Minimalism and Real Life Maximalism. The book guides readers through 30 consecutive days of evidence-based interventio...

[Download] Marathon Training Guide   Have you been marathon training and you're worried that you won't be ready for success on your marathon race day?   Coach Whitney LaCombe from our Spark Healthy Runner team is back on the podcast to share her proven marathon strategies for race day success!   In this episode, coach Whitney and Dr. Duane Scotti dive into the ultimate race day strategy to help yo...

[Download] Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy E-book   Have you been battling a nagging injury like proximal hamstring tendinopathy and you have been trying to get faster but keep coming up short?  If you are feeling lost and would really like to get a marathon personal best and qualify for the Boston Marathon then this is the episode for you! Teresa was suffering with upper hamstring tendon pain for...

Should you run through menopause?  How does menopause affect your health and running?     The perimenopausal transition can create anxiety and fear in many runners who are wondering how it will impact their bodies and their fitness goals.   Menopause is a natural phase all female runners will go through during their life and it doesn't need to signal the end of your running and health goals.   Tod...

[Download] Strong Glute Guide here!   Do your legs feel heavy during your runs?  Have you struggled to get faster regardless of how much you run?     Are you a runner who is stuck in an injury cycle and you would finally like to start strength training?   Do you want to know what strength exercises are best for running?   I am going to share with you my top 7 strength training exercises for strong...

Are you wondering how you get back into running after 2 weeks of not running?   If you are only running for stress relief, do you need to do strength training or speed specific runs?   How do you plan your fuel and hydration strategy for the New York city marathon given it starts so late?   It's time to provide guidance to your listener submitted questions tackling training, nutrition, and gear co...

Are you a runner wondering if stretching is good for you?  Or do you want to know why you kick your ankles when you run?     It's time to answer your listener submitted questions answering your injury, injury prevention, and recovery concerns!     The following questions were answered and I cover even more during this informative episode!   - Is stretching good for you - Staying healthy during col...

Are you going on vacation and wondering how to get your runs in?  To run or to relax?  That is the question!   I have LaToya from our Healthy Runner coaching team with me here today and we are going to cover vacation while training expectations, training, and return to running after vacation.     How to enjoy your vacation and balance your running, health, and wellness goals is what you will learn...

Are you hesitant about running in the summer?  Are you worried about overheating, running too slow, or inclement summer weather?   If you're looking to get in those summer miles while staying safe, coach Cat from our Spark Healthy Runner team has got you covered with 8 summer running safety tips!   We chat about all of this and more in this episode!   - Avoiding Insects - Preparing for thunder and...

  Sign up to Join Team Healthy Runner Half Marathon Training before 7/23/24 using this link [Download] The Ultimate Plantar Fasciitis Guide for Runners   Are you a runner who's been frustrated in the past that whenever you try to increase your speed or distance you get sharp pain under your heel?      You feel it when you take that first step out of bed in the morning or get up from your desk duri...

[Download] Plantar Fasciitis E-book   Have you recently been injured and you are wondering how to adjust your plan for your big goal race and you are afraid that you won't get to the start or finish line?  That is what Saundra thought when she got injured after training for her first chance at the New York City Marathon after trying to get in for 11 years.  She got her shot and didn't want to miss...

[Download] Nutrition Blueprint   Training for that fall race during the summer months?     Do you struggle with headaches, feeling sluggish, and are wondering if you are properly hydrated during hot weather running?   In this episode, coach Brooke Czarnecki, RDN from our Spark Healthy Runner team provides tips on how to stay hydrated so you can feel good during summer training!    We cover all of...

[Download] Marathon Training Guide   What do runners wear in the summer?  What is the best material for running in hot weather?   Coach Whitney LaCombe from our Spark Healthy Runner team back on the podcast to share her best running gear tips for summer running success!   In this episode, coach Whitney shares the best head to toe gear that will make running in hot and humid summer months possible!...

Have you struggled to recover from your runs and strength workouts?  Do your legs feel heavy or you just don't have that push you need to run at race pace during your quality workouts?  Have you struggled with runners trots during long races?     Blackcurrant extract may just be the solution for you!  These berries have been shown to accelerate recovery, improve endurance and fueling, and protect...

It's not about the distance, it's about the journey and last Saturday, I ran my 34th half marathon and although I didn't quite hit my time goal, I learned 3 key takeaways from this race.   Mindset is a part of the training and you will learn how that played a role in my latest training block and I hope it helps you have realistic expectations for your next running goal!   Whether you're training f...

[Download] Marathon Training Blueprint Training for that fall marathon during the summer months?  I know I am!  I bet you would like to know more about how to train during the hot summer months and still have a successful marathon training cycle… In this episode, our marathon training expert, coach  Lufeng Zou from our Spark Healthy Runner coaching team will reveal expert tips to help you continue...

Are you wondering what a super shoe is? Will super shoes make you run faster? How many miles do super shoes last?   If you're looking to find out if you should invest in carbon plated running shoes then Dr. Matthew Moran has got you covered!   Dr. Moran holds a Ph. D. in Biomechanics, runs a gait analysis lab, and his primary research interests focus on investigating factors that influence human m...

  Have you struggled to run in the heat?  Do you have an upcoming race that will be run in hot conditions?  Would you like to know how better to acclimate your body for running in the heat? If you're looking to kickstart your summer running and adapt to the heat, Dr. Mani Alavi has got you covered!   Dr. Mani Alavi who is a true expert when it comes to running in the heat, he is an emergency medic...