[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 solve the problem.  Unfortunately, that is probably the worst thing you can do to overcome...

[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 guide!   In this episode, you will learn about the best Disney running training tips to not...

[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 arrangements, reservations, packing lists, and travel day tips to ensure success! There are...

[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 episode for you to feel confident and ready to run your best race! We answer the following...

[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 success!    We cover all of this and more in this episode!   - How do I fuel my body for a...

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 national physical therapy conference this past month.   In this episode, I am also sharing...

  [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 and thought you should just ice, rest (stop running), and take some Advil.   When you...

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 into the world of trail running terminology and cover everything you need to know to...

[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 delve deep into the intricacies of downhill running, providing you with invaluable insights...

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, and his college roommate and Boston Marathon Champion Amby Burfoot..   Jeff opened the first...

[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 Duane Scotti became a healthy runner    There are six parts of your running journey...

  [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 things runners say!   Whether you’re a beginner runner or an experienced marathoner, I am sure...

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 and get into so much more:   -Why is single leg stability so important? -What running injuries...

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/coach and Brooke Czarnecki as her running Registered Dietitian at Spark Healthy Runner. Once...

  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 crazy or in this case Dopey!!   I am grateful for this marathon journey I have been on for...

  [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 should take part in this highly demanding physical endeavor. Is it the right choice for you? Let's...

  [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 starting to run!   In this comprehensive beginner runner guide, we'll provide you with...

  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 runner is key to growing in your running journey and staying motivated without training for a...

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 treadmill in just half an hour!      Throughout the 30 minutes, you will incorporate challenging...

  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 runner looking to incorporate treadmill workouts into your routine or a beginner who wants to...

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 surgery! Dr. Katherine Campbell is a physical therapist, run coach, personal trainer and host of...

Have you been struggling with a nagging injury that left you depressed, defeated, and you thought you would have to defer the one time you got selected for the race of your dreams?  That is what Mary thought when she got selected for the New York City marathon lottery after she suffered a hamstring injury.  If you have had upper hamstring pain that has limited the one form of exercise that provides you stress relief from your busy family and work life, then you need to hear Mary’s story.  ...

  Do you want to keep running during the cold winter months?   I have coach Whitney LaCombe from our Spark Healthy Runner coaching team from our Healthy Runner coaching team with me here today to share how you can dress for winter running success!   In this episode, coach Whitney shares what layers you need for running during the colder winter months providing you specific temperature zones.  You will learn our 3 cold weather running categories and how to dress from head to toe! We'll...

  [Download] Recovery Blueprint   Post-Marathon Pitfalls: Avoid these 5 Common Mistakes!   Have you just finished a marathon?  Congratulations!!  You have accomplished something only less than 1% of the US population has done before!  A marathon is an incredible accomplishment and one that deserves some serious respect.   This week 50,000 people finished the NYC marathon, and I am entering my 5th week after running my 3rd marathon in Cape Cod the same day as the Chicago marathon and...