The Stronger Stride Podcast

In Case You Missed It - this is a catch-up episode of one of our favourites from 2023! *Interview starts at 17:10* Highly esteemed Ian Griffiths joins us on the pod today to chat about running biomechanics from a sports podiatry perspective. Ian is a Sports Podiatrist and researcher, currently lecturing in Sports and Exercise Medicine at Queen Mary University London and lecturer at Monash Universi...

In this episode, Sports Chiropractor Luke discusses his extensive background in running and injury management. He emphasises the complexity of running injuries, the importance of a holistic approach to treatment, and the need for runners to understand their stressors and capacity. Luke shares insights on managing occupational stress, analysing running loads, and the significance of deload weeks in...

In case you missed it! Here is a throwback to one of our favourite early episodes. *Interview starts at 18:00* Ep: 82: Disordered Eating in Runners / Dietitian Maddi Parsons Maddi Parsons is a dietitian specialising in disordered eating, mental health and sports nutrition.  Maddi speaks on an array of topics within the world of nutrition for runners and our relationship with food. We learn about t...

240. Can We Visualise Our Way To Improved Running Performance? Today we dive into one of the most underused but powerful tools in performance; visualisation. Can we visualise our way to better performance? Today we unpack the affect of mental rehearsal on sporting performance. Lydia explores the science behind visualisation, breaking down how the brain processes mental imagery and why rehearsing p...

In case you missed it, one of our favourite episodes from 2023! Ep: 80: Flow State + Goal Setting for runners w/ Scott Goddard PHD *Interview starts at 15:40* It was an honour to be joined by sports and exercise psychologist, researcher and PhD Scott Goddard, who devotes his time into the studies of human performance, goal setting and flow state. Scott has contributed to research focusing on devel...

238. Triathlon Training, Volume & Longevity with Coach Jack Saunders Today we sit down with triathlon coach Jack Saunders to explore the world of triathlon training, endurance performance, and what it really takes to succeed across three demanding disciplines. Jack shares his journey into triathlon during the pandemic, how his swimming background shaped his progression in the sport, and the ke...

This is a catch-up episode from one of our favourites from 2022! Andy Bryant - The Barefoot Podiatrist 👣  Andy is well known for his movement in the barefoot podiatry and running community. Andy is a podiatrist based in Melbourne, specialising in analysing individual gait patterns, prescribing specific exercises to address the underlying causes of poor function/pain. and educating clients on how...

In this episode of the Stronger Stride podcast, Dr. Bill Evans, a professor of Exercise Science with a PhD in Exercise Physiology, discusses the complexities of muscle fatigue, the importance of stress management in performance, and the physiological adaptations that occur through training. He emphasises the significance of periodization in training to prevent overtraining and injuries, and provid...

In case you missed it: a re-upload of one of our favourite episodes from the past, dropping every Wednesday. *Interview starts at 19.20* Adam Didyk is the Athletics Australia Pathways Transition Lead, Australian Olympic Team Coach (Athletics - Endurance) Tokyo 2021, SA Performance Advisor, a husband and a father among many other things.  In this conversation, Adam gave us a deep insight into his j...

In this conversation, Sophie discusses various personality traits of runners, focusing on the data-obsessed, highly motivated to the anxious runner who seeks reassurance and the social runner who thrives in group settings. The conversation explores the challenges these runners face, such as fear of injury and fluctuating motivation, and emphasises the importance of understanding these traits for e...

In case you missed it: a re-upload of one of our favourite episodes from the past, dropping every Wednesday. Ep. 42// Tom O'Halloran from Mechanics of Movement Everything you've ever wanted to know about your Achilles and MORE! Tom is a Physiotherapist with a special interest in lower limb biomechanics and strength & conditioning. He is passionate about improving people's movement, whilst deve...

232. Fuelling Performance: Nutrition Insights for Runners | Bec Haslam (Sports Dietitian, PhD) Today on the Stronger Stride podcast, we’re joined by Bec Haslam — sports dietitian, PhD in human physiology, and founder of Nutrient Nation — to unpack one of the most misunderstood (and under-fuelled) areas of endurance sport: nutrition. Beck shares her journey into dietetics and sports nutrition, and...

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230. Running Economy: Why Strength & Plyometrics Matter More Than You Think In this solo episode of The Strongest Stride Podcast , Lydia McKay breaks down one of the most powerful, and often under-utilised, performance tools for runners: strength training and plyometrics . Running economy is one of the biggest determinants of endurance performance, yet many runners still treat strength work as...

In this episode of The Stronger Stride Podcast, Sophie discusses how YOU can create your own personalised training program using evidence-based training principles. The conversation briefly covers personal updates, including Sophie's journey back from injury and the importance of cycling as cross-training. The main focus is on the principles of training, including progressive overload, recover...

In this episode of the Stronger Stride podcast, hosts Lydia and Sophie reflect on the year 2025, discussing their personal highlights, lowlights, and lessons learned. They share their chosen words for 2025, achievements in training, and the challenges they faced, including injuries and health diagnoses. Looking ahead, they set goals for 2026, emphasising the importance of balance and intentionalit...

227. Will Running Ruin My Knees or Make Them Healthier? (send this to anyone who told you that running is bad for you) Today we dive into one of the most persistent myths in the running world: “Running destroys your knees.” In this episode, Lydia breaks down the latest research on running, joint health, and long-term wellbeing, and the findings might surprise you. Drawing from recent systematic re...

In this episode, Sophie Lane discusses the importance of the need for planning recovery and training during the holiday period and strategies for maintaining fitness during the off-season. The conversation also emphasizes setting realistic goals and planning for the new year, as well as the importance of a gradual return to training after a break to prevent injuries. - How to create a holiday trai...

This episode outlines Sophie's personal concerns about misinformation online - in this case, a particular podcast with a very large platform. She critiques various training programs and emphasises the need for consistency and proper intensity prescription. She addresses common misconceptions about gym equipment and injury risk, the balance between strength and endurance training, and the signi...

In this episode, Freya, a psychotherapist, discusses the emotional challenges runners face during injuries and the importance of reflection in recovery. The conversation explores mental fitness, community support, and the value of embracing new activities while navigating the uncertainty of injury. Freya shares insights on identity shifts and the lessons learned from the experience, encouraging li...

223. Running Biomechanics, Gait Re-training, Training Load & Injury Risk in Runners Does how you run impact your risk of injury? How much can you safely increase your training before your risk of injury starts to climb? In this episode, we dive into the research on running biomechanics, training volume and practical implications on risk of injury; exploring what the evidence actually says (and...

How to ACTUALLY improve your running performance through strength and power training. For ALL runners - 100m to 100km. This conversation delves into the intricacies of creating individualised rehab and strength training programs for runners, emphasising the importance of understanding injury history, training age, and the specific demands of different running disciplines. It highlights the role of...

221. Glorified Suffering & Misinformation in the digital running world (PART 2) Welcome to PART 2 of our catch-up-a-sode where we chat about performative and glorified suffering and misinformation online. Thankyou so much for listening, we know you're going to love it! Follow Us on Instagram: ⁠ @ ⁠⁠⁠strongerstride⁠⁠⁠ | @ ⁠⁠⁠lydia_mckay⁠⁠⁠ | @ ⁠⁠⁠sophielane⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like what we do? Support us -...

220. PART 1; Bone Stress Recovery, 5km Time Trial + Injury Reflections Today Lyds + Soph catch up with each other on their training, rehab and future goals. We dissucss; - Soph's bone stress rehab updates - Returning to running after nearly 12 weeks off - Benchmark testing with a 5km time trial - Pacing strategy when you haven't run hard in nearly 3 years Thankyou so much for listening, we...

In this episode of the Stronger Stride podcast, Sophie Lane, an exercise physiologist and running coach, delves into the intricacies of training zones. She explains the physiology behind different zones, how to calculate them, and the importance of metrics like heart rate, lactate, RPE, power, and pace. Sophie also discusses the benefits and limitations of zone 2 training, polarized training, and...