Healthy Runner Podcast

[Join] to be a Founding Member of Healthy Runner Academy "We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us" After 19 years working for the University in either a part time faculty role or as Clinical Associate Professor of Physical Therapy, I did it!  I pushed out of my comfort zone and decided to quit my 9-5 job to pursue my passion within the runn...

  [Download] The Ultimate IT Band Guide for Running Healthy   Are you a runner who's been frustrated in the past that whenever you try to train for a marathon you get sharp pain on the outside of your knee?   Iliotibial Band Syndrome can be frustrating for many runners during a long run when you get that sudden jolt of knee pain that just stops you in your tracks and then you have to deal with lin...

  [Download] Race Day Checklist   Have you been stuck in a 5K plateau and you just want to run faster?   Have you been focusing on the marathon or half marathon distance with training and you want to test your fitness at a 5K but don't know the best strategy?   Have you tried to run fast for a 5K but you always seem to get injured?  If any of these describes you then this is the episode for you!  ...

Are you a road runner who is considering venturing into the trails?  Are you thinking of transitioning into trail running primarily?   If you're looking to start trail running but don't know where to begin, you've come to the right place! Trail Running is a fantastic way to get those mental clearing miles surrounded by the beauty of nature!     If you're looking to kickstart your trial running jou...

[Download] The Ultimate Guide to Running WITHOUT Hamstring Pain   Do you get pain in your butt right under your glute that gets worse when you sit during work especially after a run?   Do you just dread hills, that achiness feeling after a long run, long car ride or sitting on hard surfaces?   Like so many of you, I thought that I should just stretch my hamstring and stop running and that would so...

[Download] Marathon Training Guide   How do you prepare for a Disney run?  How do you survive the Dopey Challenge?   In this runDisney ultimate training guide, Dr. Duane Scotti shares with you his 6 key steps to conquering your Disney running dreams!  As the great Walt Disney once said…if you can DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT! Overcome fear or injury during your training with this 6-step disney running...

[Download] Race Day Blueprint: 10 Tips to Crush Your Race!   How do you travel for a race? There is no need to stress about a destination marathon or half marathon.  Overcome fear with this 4-step race travel guide!   Coach Whitney LaCombe from our Spark Healthy Runner team shares 4 key tips on traveling stress free for your next race.   In this episode, we'll provide valuable tips for travel arra...

[Download] Race Day Blueprint   Are you getting ready to run your race?  Whether it is a 5k, half marathon or a marathon here are your race day questions answered!     In this episode, coach Lufeng Zou   from our Spark Healthy Runner coaching team will reveal expert tips to help you toe the line ready to crush your race!  Whether you are running a 5k, 10k, half marathon, or a marathon, this is the...

[Download] Nutrition Blueprint   Have you been struggling with fueling your body properly for a half marathon?     Legs feel heavy, sluggish, or you hit the wall or bonked during your last half marathon?   Wondering what nutrition is needed for half marathon training?    In this episode, coach Brooke Czarnecki, RDN from our Spark Healthy Runner team provides half marathon nutrition tips for succes...

Fear of Running Injuries? Learn How to Prevent and Strengthen!   January and February are crucial months for building strength and preventing injuries as you start your running journey for the year.     If you have ever been told that you have "weak glutes" or "glute amnesia", suffered from achilles tendinopathy, or a bone stress injury from running then you will want to hear what I learned at the...

  [Download] The Ultimate Guide to Running WITHOUT Shin Splints   Do your shins hurt whenever you start to run consistently or whenever you start a marathon training cycle?...   Are you a runner who's been frustrated in the past that whenever you try to run faster or increase your distance you get injured, frustrated, and you're not able to run?   You may have started learning about shin splints a...

Want to know what all that trail running lingo means?  If you have ever wanted to know what buffed out single track, yoyo, lollipop, FKT, VK, dirt nap, LSD, or golden ticket were then this is the episode for you!   In this episode, my friend Kim Sankey who is a fellow running physio and podcaster of the Inspired Soles podcast provides clarity on trail running terms you should know!   We delve deep...

[Download] Marathon Training Blueprint Are you ready to become a downhill running pro?    In this episode, coach Lufeng Zou   from our Spark Healthy Runner coaching team will reveal expert techniques and tips to help you master the art of running downhill!   This training ​​will be the ultimate guide to mastering the exhilarating technique of running downhill. In this informative conversation, we...

Run Walk Run with a true legend and inspiration…Jeff Galloway!   Before Jeff Galloway became a world class coach, and Official Training Consultant for runDisney, he was a world class distance runner, who represented the US in the Munich Olympics, The World Cross Country Championships, and many international events—teaming up with Olympic Gold Medalist Frank Shorter, Steve Prefontaine, Bill Rodgers...

[Download] How to Start Running Blueprint If I started running today, I'd do this!  In this episode, I share my key 3 running tips I wish someone told me earlier in my running journey.   Whether you're a beginner runner or an experienced runner, mastering these 3 foundational principles will unlock faster and healthier running for lifelong injury free running!   Get the full deep dive story on how...

  [Download] How to Start Running Blueprint   Want to know what all that running lingo means?  If you have ever wanted to know what cadence, zones, quality run, BQ + buffer, net downhill, or 6-star finisher were then this is the episode for you!   In this episode, my friend Carolyn Coffin who is a fellow running physio, coach and podcaster of the Inspired Soles podcast provides clarity on the thin...

Get ready to experience better stability which means better running for your next training goal!   Dr. Emily Splichal is a podiatrist, human movement specialist, and the mind behind one of our valued partners here at Healthy Runner, Naboso ! Dr. Emily and I chat about how to improve your single leg stability for running with her new product the kinesis board!   We answer the following questions an...

Have you been struggling with nagging injuries such as knee pain or plantar fasciitis and you thought you would never run pain free again?  Do you feel so lethargic and tired because you are not getting in the proper amount of nutrition to fuel all your exercise and running?   Those were the things Rachel was struggling with prior to getting guidance with myself as her running Physical Therapist/c...

  I came, I saw, and I conquered the Dopey Challenge in Disney!  I still am in shock of what an amazingly magical experience this was!  If you would have told me that I would run 48.6 miles in 4 days and run a half marathon the day before a marathon and in that marathon, I would run a sub 3 hour and 45-minute marathon (coming within 4 minutes of my Marathon PR), I would have told you that you were...

  [DOWNLOAD] Marathon Blueprint   Wondering if running a marathon is something you should strive for in 2024?  Join us as we analyze the potential benefits, challenges, and considerations to help you make an informed decision. Running a marathon is a significant commitment that requires dedication, discipline, and training. With the new year here, many runners  are contemplating whether they shoul...

  [DOWNLOAD] How to Start Running Blueprint   If you're looking to start running but don't know where to begin, you've come to the right place! Running is a fantastic way to boost your fitness, improve your mental well-being, and enjoy the great outdoors.   If you're looking to kickstart your running journey, coach Cat from our Spark Healthy Runner team will provide you 6 easy steps to follow when...

  No race, no problem!  Have you struggled with getting out the door consistently or staying motivated to run when you don't have a race to train for?    Do you want to end the start-stop cycle of running so it's not so hard to build back up and regain your fitness again?  Want to conquer run-life balance and not stress about running so it is a part of your lifestyle?   Becoming a consistent runne...

Run on a treadmill without being bored with this follow along episode!     In this invigorating session, our treadmill instructor coach Cat from our Spark Healthy Runner team will guide you through a high-energy routine that is specifically designed to help you get in a run even if you have to do it on a treadmill!  Get ready to get some mental clearing miles in and actually enjoy running on a tre...

  Looking to start running on a treadmill? Look no further! Our treadmill instructor coach Cat from our Spark Healthy Runner team will  provide expert tips with everything you need to know to make sure you confidently navigate the world of treadmill workouts.     From understanding the different treadmill features to learning proper safety tips, we've got you covered.   Whether you're a seasoned r...

Are you eager to hit the road again after undergoing ACL surgery? Imagine the satisfaction of returning to your favorite sport or activity, pain-free and stronger than ever.  It's not going to be easy, but with dedication and the right approach, you can fully recover. You'll be running again in no time! In this episode, we uncover keys to rebuilding your stride and conquering the run after ACL sur...