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In this listener-driven episode, Brodie answers 10 of your most pressing questions about proximal hamstring tendinopathy (PHT). From isometric training to pain rules, sitting tolerance, and tendon healing potential—this Q&A is packed with practical insights to help you take control of your recovery.

🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• 📉 Is gentle running delaying healing? How to use "pain rules" to guide your load management.
• ✅ Can PHT fully heal? Yes—and Brodie explains how research supports complete tendon recovery (with some important caveats about pain).
• 🧱 Isometrics revisited: Brodie shares how his views have shifted after his chat with Dr. Keith Barr and what exercises he now recommends.
• 🏋️‍♀️ How should isometrics be programmed? Duration, intensity, and how to pair with RDLs, curls, and step-ups.
• 🚶‍♂️ When to do loading exercises vs walking: How to time your rehab and avoid diagnostic confusion.
• 💪 Am I getting stronger if I still have pain? Why strength and pain are different metrics—and how to track both.
• 🚗 Sitting pain: annoying or damaging? Whether long car rides are actually harming your tendon and how to modify.
• 🤔 Is it still PHT? Brodie explains why he avoids making remote diagnoses and what to do when symptoms are vague or lower down the leg.
• 📈 How do I progress my running? A guide to adding a third running day without flaring up symptoms.
• 🎭 Living with PHT as a performer: Does pushing through mild pain lead to long-term damage? Plus, are foam rollers helpful or harmful?

🛠️ Helpful Resources Mentioned:

• FREE 5-Day PHT Email Course: Learn the foundational steps to rehab your PHT.
• Book a FREE 20-Minute Injury Chat: Get individualized advice on your current rehab strategy.
• 60-Day PHT Recovery Blueprint (Beta Testing Now Open): A structured online course combining strength, pacing, and chronic pain education.

🔁 Stay Tuned:

This is just part 1 of a multi-episode Q&A series—more listener questions and in-depth answers coming soon. If you’d like to submit a question for a future episode, sign up for the free email course and keep an eye on your inbox!

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In this episode, Brodie sits down with Moira, a dedicated endurance athlete and physical therapist, to discuss her long and challenging battle with chronic injury. What started as a suspected stress fracture turned into a frustrating cycle of pain, conflicting diagnoses, and psychological hurdles. Moira shares her journey of setbacks, self-reflection, and ultimately, breakthrough moments that led her back to running. Her story highlights the importance of understanding pain science, overcoming fear of movement, and following a structured, gradual return-to-running plan.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The progression of Moira’s injury and the many misdiagnoses she received along the way.
• How medical imaging (MRI, x-rays) and different professional opinions added to her confusion.
• The psychological impact of chronic pain and injury on an athlete’s identity.
• The role of pain science in Moira’s recovery and how she shifted her mindset.
• The importance of finding a trusted health professional who aligns with your approach.
• How Moira gradually returned to running and her current training routine.

Key Takeaways:

• Pain Science & Nervous System Sensitivity: Moira learned that her pain wasn’t solely due to structural damage but also a result of a hypersensitive nervous system. Recognizing this was a major turning point in her recovery.
• Fear of Movement (Kinesiophobia): Despite being a physical therapist, Moira developed a deep fear of movement, which prolonged her symptoms. A gradual and confidence-building approach to movement helped her break this cycle.
• Small, Sustainable Steps: Her return to running started with 10-second run intervals. This slow approach was crucial in rebuilding confidence and reducing fear-driven pain responses.
• The Power of Self-Talk & Mental Reframing: Moira used mantras, journaling, and positive reinforcement to change her mental approach to pain and injury.
• Trust & Patience in the Process: Finding a professional she trusted and following a structured plan were critical in her return to pain-free running.

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Optimal Nutrition for Tendon Recovery with Jordi Sullivan

📍 Episode Summary:
In this episode, Brodie is joined by sports dietitian Jordi Sullivan, founder of The Fight Dietitian, to unpack one of the most overlooked aspects of injury rehab: nutrition. While the conversation begins with general performance nutrition, the focus soon shifts to actionable strategies for tendon recovery, particularly for those overcoming proximal hamstring tendinopathy (PHT).

Jordi shares his evidence-based, no-nonsense advice on calories, macronutrients, micronutrients, and supplements, while offering simple frameworks to help injured athletes support healing and stay on track with their rehab goals.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

• Why calorie intake is essential—especially during injury
• How to calculate protein needs and why it's vital for tissue repair
• A breakdown of carbs and fats: their role in recovery and daily fueling
• How to spot signs of under-fuelling, both short- and long-term
• When (and if) supplements like collagen, vitamin D, and protein powders are worth using
• How to keep nutrition simple without sacrificing results
• What recreational runners can learn from elite athlete routines—without overdoing it
• The “factory” analogy to understand how your body uses food to heal

👤 Guest Bio:

Jordi Sullivan is a qualified dietitian with a Master's in Dietetics and a background in exercise and nutrition science. He works with a wide range of athletes including combat sport professionals, endurance runners, and team sport athletes. Through The Fight Dietitian, Jordi and his team specialize in helping athletes optimize performance, recovery, and injury resilience using practical, science-backed nutrition.

📌 Resources & Links:

• 🌐 Visit The Fight Dietitian Website
• 🌐 Website 'PDF Guides & Courses'
• 📸 Follow Jordi: @the_fightdietitian
• 📸 Follow Lauren (Endurance Specialist): @thexfitdietitian
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💬 Key Quotes:

🎧 Tune In If:

• You're recovering from PHT or any injury and want to optimize your healing
• You want clarity on protein, carbs, fats, and how much you really need
• You’re curious about collagen, vitamin C, and other trendy recovery supplements
• You want to stop guessing and start fuelling your body the smart way

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Run Smarter AI Assistant: Access personalized, research-based answers to your running and rehab questions. This tool integrates Brodie’s database of research papers and podcast episodes for tailored advice.