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The Run Smarter Podcast

Written by: Brodie Sharpe
  • Summary

  • Expand your running knowledge, identify running misconceptions and become a faster, healthier, SMARTER runner. Let Brodie Sharpe become your new running guide as he teaches you powerful injury insights from his many years as a physiotherapist while also interviewing the best running gurus in the world. This is ideal for injured runners & runners looking for injury prevention and elevated performance. So, take full advantage by starting at season 1 where Brodie teaches you THE TOP PRINCIPLES TO OVERCOME ANY RUNNING INJURY and let’s begin your run smarter journey.
    Brodie Sharpe 2020
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Episodes
  • Latest Running Research: Running Tech / Lung Strength / Treadmills / Glute Tendinopathy
    Apr 28 2024

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    Here are the papers we will cover in today's episode:

    • Exploring the Relationship between Running-Related Technology Use and Running-Related Injuries
    • Risk factors associated with a history of iliotibial band syndrome (hITBS) in distance runners
    • A preliminary exploration of the regression equation for performance in amateur half-marathon runners: a perspective based on respiratory muscle function
    • Current and future advances in practice: tendinopathies of the hip
    • Mind to move: Differences in running biomechanics between sensing and intuition shod runners bastiaan@volodalen.com
    • Comparison of muscle activity of the lower limbs while running on different treadmill models
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    50 mins
  • Using Power Metres to Run Faster with Researcher Cody Van Rassel
    Apr 21 2024

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    In this insightful episode, we delve into the fascinating world of power meters and their application in running to enhance speed and efficiency. Our guest, Cody Van Russell, a researcher and a former personal trainer with a rich background in kinesiology, shares his extensive research into power meters. He offers practical advice on how runners can leverage this technology for improved performance.

    Key Topics Covered:

    • Introduction to Running Power: Understanding the concept of power in running, its research, and how it differs from cycling power.
    • Cody Van Russell's Background: From personal training to pursuing a PhD, Cody's journey through an accident, research in concussion labs, to his current focus on wearable technology in sports.
    • Mechanical Power and Running Economy: Discussion on the complexities of measuring running power and its implications for running economy.
    • Stride Power Meters: An overview of wearable devices like the Stride pod and their role in estimating running power.
    • Research Insights: Cody shares findings from his research on stride running power, including its reliability, validity, and utility in training.
    • Practical Applications: How runners can utilize power meters to adjust their training, especially in varying terrains and conditions.
    • Strength Training and Running Economy: Beyond power meters, Cody emphasizes the importance of strength training and plyometrics in improving running economy and performance.
    • Future of Running Power Meters: Acknowledging the current limitations and the potential for further research and development in this area.


    Guest Bio:

    Cody Van Russell, an accomplished researcher with a focus on exercise physiology, has explored the realms of concussion research, wearable technology, and nonlinear analysis of biological signals. With a passion for high-performance sport, Cody's work aims to understand and optimize human movement and performance through innovative research.


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    57 mins
  • Game Changers in Tendinopathy Research with Myles Murphy
    Apr 14 2024

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    In today's episode, we delve deep into the world of tendinopathy research with Miles Murphy, a renowned physiotherapist, neuroscience, and lower limb injury researcher. Together with Ebony Rio, they've published influential work that could change how tendinopathies are managed.

    Key Highlights:

    Understanding Tendinopathy: Miles Murphy provides a thorough overview of the history, physiology, and pathology of tendinopathies, emphasizing the complexity and nuances of tendon injuries.

    Innovative Research: The discussion includes insights into recent groundbreaking papers that challenge and expand our understanding of tendinopathy management.

    Treatment Modalities Explored: Various treatments such as PRP, corticosteroid injections, and shockwave therapy are critically evaluated, with a focus on their effectiveness and practical application in clinical settings.

    Load Management: The core of tendinopathy management, according to Murphy, revolves around appropriate load management, highlighting the importance of understanding and adjusting the mechanical load on tendons for optimal recovery.

    Future Directions: The episode concludes with a forward-looking discussion on the potential future directions in tendinopathy research and management, including the development of new outcome measures and a better understanding of pain mechanisms associated with tendon issues.


    💥💥80% of Runners are Injured EVERY YEAR 😲 But it Doesn't Have to be You!
    Avoid being a statistic & sign up for the FREE 5-Day Injury Prevention Challenge

    Run Smarter YouTube Channel
    Receive Run Smarter Emails
    Book a FREE Injury chat with Brodie
    Run Smarter App IOS or Android
    Podcast Facebook group

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    1 hr and 8 mins

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