The Stronger Stride Podcast

120. Training for your first ultramarathon Todays hosts Soph + Lyds chat about all the important things you’ll need to know before signing up to your first ultra marathon! We cover: - Finding your purpose + commitment level - Training history, run frequency, long runs - Gear essentials, chafing + hydration packs - Nutrition for training and race day - Biggest mishaps, to do and not to do We know y...

119. How to taper properly What is a taper and why is it used? The types of taper - linear, step, exponential: fast and slow decay. How long should it last? How should volume, frequency and intensity be manipulated to reduce fatigue and improve performance? Physiological changes that occur as a result of a taper? The potential negatives associated with a taper? Recommendations and an example of ho...

118. Ben Peterson - Can we really prevent running-related injuries? It was an absolute honour to have Dr. Benjamin Peterson join us on the podcast today to discuss all things running injuries. Dr Ben started out as a podiatrist with a keen interest in runners and triathletes, then went on to complete his doctorate focusing on identifying intrinsic and extrinsic factors which influence the risk of...

In this episode, Sophie uncovers why running makes us feel good. This is a rapid fire episode, with more depth on certain aspects coming in future ep’s. She discusses the previous theory of endorphins causing this 'euphoric' feeling and a more recent idea around a naturally occurring substance, called Endocannabinoid (ECB) which could have a big role to play. As well as discussing the scie...

116. More Than A Run - Running for Mental Health We were We were lucky enough to have the two ‘[mo]re than a run’ Founders on today Alex Bell and Olly Woolrych to chat about what’s going down this Movemeber. It was a chat about men’s mental health, the power of running community, starting conversations and making real impact. We loved having the boys on! We learnt all about the origins of this com...

Why does running make you need the toilet?... Sophie explains some potential physiological, mechanical and nutritional factors that could contribute to you having an uncomfortable run and some strategies to help reduce the risk of GI issues! Research Articles: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-014-0153-2/ Gastrointestinal problems in runners https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.10...

Recovering from a big event like a marathon is not as simple as having a few days off and then getting back to usual programming. There are a number of physiological processes and systems that are impacted when we endure or push our limits for an extended time. In this episode, Sophie explains some of the science behind why our bodies take a while to recover as well as some guidelines to think abo...

Today we are joined by two fellow podcasters, Kelly & Blake from The Sports Medicine Project. In this episode we spoke about Kelly's recent bony injury and what her rehab has looked like. We also discussed our thoughts on training load, RED-S, deload weeks and general running chat. Episode 107 - Bone Stress Injury Episode Blake & Kelly's links - The Sports Medicine Project Podcast...

111. How cadence can transform your running Typically running isn't a quick win sport, it takes years of clocking miles on the legs to see progress. The only secret is... CONSISTENCY. Except... what if I told you that adjusting your running cadence could transform your running!! It's likely the only research backed running metric that is proven to reduce over use running related injuries (...

Paige Penrose champion trail runner, environmental advocate and college athlete. Paige didn’t grow up a natural athlete and so her journey into trail running and competing at a high level is both refreshing and inspirational. She shares how as a kid running didn’t appeal to her and had no idea it was a sport you could pursue outside of highschool. We discuss; Paiges upbringing, her competitive nat...

In today's episode, Sophie chats about ways to measure your intensity so that you can run more comfortably, for longer. Training Zones explained - https://www.canva.com/design/DAFt8Vzi_Vg/UUsSnQWgAhvUk_f9QV8w4Q/view?utm_content=DAFt8Vzi_Vg&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink

In todays episode we re-introduce and fill you in on: - Who we are - Why we run - Regrets from our early running years - Advice for new runners - Things we have changed our minds on - Biggest mistakes that we see as a phyio / coach Use our code TAILWINDSTRONG at  ⁠www.tailwindnutrition.com.au⁠  for 15% off Tailwind's premium Hydration and Rebuild products! Use our code STRONGERSTRIDE for 15% o...

107 - Managing Running Related Bone Stress and Stress Fractures Today we dive into one of the BIGGEST and most complex running injuries of all... BONE STRESS. It's a HUGE topic and today covers all the basics when it comes to pathophysiology, diagnosis, risk factors and early management. This is far from a rehab guide as bone stress is complex and frequently requires a multidisciplinary manage...

*Interview starts at 16:30* Dan Cavanagh, podiatrist and keen runner chats to us about lower limb injuries and management for runners. Dan is an expert when it comes to all things below the knee. He practices on the Gold Coast at Pogo Physio, Hinterland Podiatry and Adjust Coomera. In todays ep we took a deep dive into all things tibialis posterior tendinopathy. Dan shared his knowledge on; - Anat...

Branching out from simply just running might be a good idea! In today's ep, Soph discusses the pro's and con's of hybrid training and whether or not it's worth all of the hype. She also gives a quick recap following her attempt at a HYROX competition. Good luck to the those doing City2Surf today! Thanks again for listening and supporting our show! Use our code TAILWINDSTRONG at  ⁠w...

Solo Series: Ep. 33 - Why do runners get injured? The ULTIMATE RUNNERS GUIDE to injury prevention If you’re sick of getting injured and want to take control then this is a must listen. I cover the fundamentals of why runners get injured and how we can train in a specific way to avoid them. I chat on; -specific causes of running related injuries -most at risk anatomy and populations -how injuries c...

Ep. 102: Woz & Jordan Williams - Heartbreak Hill 100k Challenge We were delighted to have father and son coaching due Woz and Jordon Williams join us on the show. Woz and Jordan are Sydney based coaches with a thriving squad of over 300 athletes. We got to hear about what makes a training environment produce both successful athletes and sustainable relationships in sport. Woz was able to share...

Hey Team! Today's episode is all about progress! Or lack of... As runner's we thrive off progression, improvement, running faster, or longer or getting a PB! But once the beginner gains wear off we can start to plateau and the progress no longer comes so easily. Sophie breaks down some of the most common reasons for this and provides some practical strategies for overcoming your road block...

Ep. 100: Christine Yu - UP TO SPEED: The Groundbreaking Science of Women Athlete's *Interview starts at 18:52* Christine is an award-winning journalist and author of the book UP TO SPEED: The Groundbreaking Science of Women Athletes. In today's episode, we discuss: - Reasons for the lack of research on women - The effects of the menstrual cycle on performance - The dangers of glamorising b...

99 - Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome) What the heck is shin splints?! And how can I fix it?! Well you've come to the right place. This week we unpack all things shin splints (MTSS); root cause, risk factors, treatment options and more. I cover some of the important lower limb anatomy involved and cove practical tips to help pain and recovery. This ep covers; - what shin splints are...

Jenny Valentish is an accomplished author and immersion journalist who has focused her work on investigating the science of addiction and the parallels in extreme sports; who is drawn to such intensity and what compels one to grit it out above the rest. Jenny is well respected writer with an impressive resume previously contributing to Triple J Mag and Time Out Melbourne; with regular contribution...

There's a lot of talk lately about the Norwegian Double Threshold Method which has seen a lot of success for elite middle distance runners such as Jakob Ingebrigtsen. How does this relate to the everyday runner's training schedule? Is there any application or is it only reserved for the best of the best? In today's episode Sophie explains what lactate threshold is and the principles of...

Jono Ridler joins us on the podcast today to chat about his ultra marathon swim of nearly 100kms, the longest open water swim in New Zealand ever! *Interview starts at 20:58* Jono is a humble man who tells us his story into swimming, the mindset behind this huge endurance feat and some of the crazy physical experiences he had while in the water for nearly 33 hours. The record breaking swim took pl...

95 - Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Guide for Runners A literal PAIN IN THE BUTT. High hamstring tendinopathy is frequently considered one of the most difficult injuries to manage, and I'm here to help! Get ready to take some notes on this ep because I cover it ALL! The basics from diagnosis to management, rehab and prevention. Topics discussed; - Hamstring tendon anatomy review + function in...

Ep. 94: Andrea Doney - The Slow Coach *Interview starts at 24:35* About The Slow Coach: "She wasn’t interested in metrics like getting faster, but in celebrating time alone, time on feet, personal progress, better mental health and the life affirming process of overcoming a personal obstacle. Over time she clarified these insights into a running community and qualified as a Level 3 Performanc...