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The podcast has launched its first patreon page & this episode Brodie answers all your patreon questions around running injuries. Here are the topics: 
<ul> 
 <li>How to best choose a physical therapist for recovery</li> 
 <li>How to know if treatment is working, & when to progress or pull back from exercises.</li> 
 <li>Does stretching help for injury prevention?</li> 
 <li>How to minimize running overload injuries when increasing mileage.</li> 
</ul> 
If you would like to support the podcast and participate in future Q&As sign up for $5US per month at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/therunsmarterpodcast?fbclid=IwAR0WGMPD876HYgjfmqAp7E5KuaBLyUvXpHehde3pZtxepyy8-fFDmWUytrI" rel="nofollow"> https://www.patreon.com/therunsmarterpodcast</a> 
To learn more about the Run Smarter Online Course, including FREE preview head to <a href="https://courses.runsmarter.online/collections" rel="nofollow">https://courses.runsmarter.online/collections</a> 
To follow the podcast joint the facebook group Becoming a smarter runner click on the link:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/833137020455347/?ref=group_header" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;https://www.facebook.com/groups/833137020455347/?ref=group_header</a> 
To find Brodie on instagram head to:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/brodie.sharpe/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/brodie.sharpe/</a> 
To work with Brodie Sharpe at The Running Breakthrough Clinic visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://breakthroughrunning.physio/" rel="nofollow">https://breakthroughrunning.physio/</a>

The podcast has launched its first patreon page & this episode Brodie answers all your patreon questions around running injuries. Here are the topics:  How to best choose a physical therapist for

Q&A #1: Answering all your running injury questions

The lovely Patreon community has asked some fantastic strength training questions and I know you will benefit from the answers. Today on our 2nd ever Q&A episode, we discuss: 
<ul> 
 <li>How to know what is an ideal strength training load</li> 
 <li>What to do in the gym when you develop an injury</li> 
 <li>The best 'bang for your buck' strength exercises for time poor runners with limited equipment</li> 
 <li>What to do in the gym if you have a flared up tendon</li> 
 <li>Is there a need to strengthen your upper body</li> 
</ul> 
If you would like to support the podcast and participate in future Q&As sign up for $5US per month at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.patreon.com/therunsmarterpodcast?fbclid=IwAR0WGMPD876HYgjfmqAp7E5KuaBLyUvXpHehde3pZtxepyy8-fFDmWUytrI" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/therunsmarterpodcast</a> 
To learn more about the Run Smarter Online Course, including FREE preview head to&nbsp;<a href="https://courses.runsmarter.online/collections" rel="nofollow">https://courses.runsmarter.online/collections</a> 
To follow the podcast join the facebook group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/833137020455347/?ref=group_header" rel="nofollow"> &nbsp;https://www.facebook.com/groups/833137020455347/?ref=group_header</a> 
To find Brodie on instagram head to:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/brodie.sharpe/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/brodie.sharpe/</a> 
To work with Brodie Sharpe at The Running Breakthrough Clinic visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://breakthroughrunning.physio/" rel="nofollow">https://breakthroughrunning.physio/</a>

The lovely Patreon community has asked some fantastic strength training questions and I know you will benefit from the answers. Today on our 2nd ever Q&A episode, we discuss:  How to know what is an

Q&A #2 Answering all your Strength Training Questions

Today we are answering all your questions around warm-ups, stretching and recovery. I will be answering questions from both patreon members & those attending the Run Smarter Online course.&nbsp; 
We dive into the right warm-up routine for different running conditions. Whether it's a light jog, time-trial race or ultra event, your warm-up and recovery routine is answered! 
If you would like to support the podcast and participate in future Q&As sign up for $5US per month at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.patreon.com/therunsmarterpodcast?fbclid=IwAR0WGMPD876HYgjfmqAp7E5KuaBLyUvXpHehde3pZtxepyy8-fFDmWUytrI" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/therunsmarterpodcast</a> 
To learn more about the Run Smarter Online Course, including FREE preview head to&nbsp;<a href="https://courses.runsmarter.online/collections" rel="nofollow">https://courses.runsmarter.online/collections</a> 
To follow the podcast join the facebook group:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/833137020455347/?ref=group_header" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;https://www.facebook.com/groups/833137020455347/?ref=group_header</a> 
To find Brodie on instagram head to:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/brodie.sharpe/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/brodie.sharpe/</a> 
To work with Brodie Sharpe at The Running Breakthrough Clinic visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://breakthroughrunning.physio/" rel="nofollow">https://breakthroughrunning.physio/</a>

Today we are answering all your questions around warm-ups, stretching and recovery. I will be answering questions from both patreon members & those attending the Run Smarter Online course.&nbsp; We

Q&A #3: Warm-up, Stretching & Recovery tips

Brodie answers all your patreon questions around running injuries. Here are today's topics: 
<ul> 
 <li>How long does it take for a tendinopathy to heal</li> 
 <li>Injury management tips for plantar fasciitis</li> 
 <li>Management tips for a high hamstring tendinopathy</li> 
 <li>Are compression sleeves good for performance & recovery</li> 
 <li>What are some good foot strengthening exercises</li> 
</ul> 
If you would like to support the podcast and participate in future Q&As sign up for $5US per month at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.patreon.com/therunsmarterpodcast?fbclid=IwAR0WGMPD876HYgjfmqAp7E5KuaBLyUvXpHehde3pZtxepyy8-fFDmWUytrI" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/therunsmarterpodcast</a> 
Check out our new website!! <a href="https://www.runsmarter.online" rel="nofollow">https://www.runsmarter.online</a>&nbsp; 
To follow the podcast joint the facebook group Becoming a smarter runner click on the link:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/833137020455347/?ref=group_header" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;https://www.facebook.com/groups/833137020455347/?ref=group_header</a> 
To find Brodie on instagram head to:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/brodie.sharpe/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/brodie.sharpe/</a>

Brodie answers all your patreon questions around running injuries. Here are today's topics:  How long does it take for a tendinopathy to heal Injury management tips for plantar fasciitis Management

Q&A #4: Answering all your injury questions

Today on the Run Smarter Podcast we answer questions from our Patreon family. If you would like to contribute to the podcast, join our small family and have the opportunity to ask your own questions just contribute $5 per month and sign up on the patreon link below. 
Here are today's topics: 
<ul> 
 <li>What is a 'heel drop' in a shoe and how can a change in heel drop lead to injury.</li> 
 <li>What is shockwave therapy & is it beneficial for running rehabilitation?</li> 
 <li>What are some strength exercises to help a sprinter?</li> 
 <li>What rep range should endurance runners aim for in the gym?</li> 
 <li>What are the effects of taping and the pros & cons.</li> 
</ul> 
If you would like to support the podcast and participate in future Q&As sign up for $5US per month at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.patreon.com/therunsmarterpodcast?fbclid=IwAR0WGMPD876HYgjfmqAp7E5KuaBLyUvXpHehde3pZtxepyy8-fFDmWUytrI" rel="nofollow">https://www.patreon.com/therunsmarterpodcast</a> 
Check out our new website!!&nbsp;<a href="https://www.runsmarter.online/" rel="nofollow">https://www.runsmarter.online</a>&nbsp; 
To follow the podcast joint the facebook group Becoming a smarter runner click on the link:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/833137020455347/?ref=group_header" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;https://www.facebook.com/groups/833137020455347/?ref=group_header</a> 
To find Brodie on instagram head to:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/brodie.sharpe/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/brodie.sharpe/</a>

Today on the Run Smarter Podcast we answer questions from our Patreon family. If you would like to contribute to the podcast, join our small family and have the opportunity to ask your own questions

Q&A: Heel drops/Shockwave/Strength training/Taping

We haven't done a Q&A episode for a while and today we are doing something a bit different. My sister Zoe is taking over Q&A time!&nbsp; 
We cover a wide range of questions today, here is the list. 
<ul> 
 <li>How do I know what a reasonable starting distance is if I haven’t ran before, or haven’t ran for a long time?</li> 
 <li>How do hills impact my run, how can I best run on hills if they are unavoidable?</li> 
 <li>My running doesn't seem to be improving. What can I do?</li> 
 <li>When I am running I feel like my heart is beating at its maximum and i am struggling to breathe, what can I do to train better for this?</li> 
 <li>I don’t know what to do to build my training load for preventing running injuries, what can I do?</li> 
</ul> 
This is a perfect episode for you if you are a beginner or looking to accelerate your running game! 
Click here to find the Run Smarter App on&nbsp;<a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/run-smarter-app/id1540302708" rel="nofollow">IOS</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.supapass.android.player.runsmarter" rel="nofollow">Android</a>&nbsp; 
<a href="https://app.runsmarter.online/subscribe/runsmarterpatrondonations" rel="nofollow"> You can also support the podcast for $5AUD per month and interact with the podcast on a deeper level by visiting our patreon page</a> 
You can also click here for our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/833137020455347/?ref=group_header" rel="nofollow">smarter runner facebook group</a>

We haven't done a Q&A episode for a while and today we are doing something a bit different. My sister Zoe is taking over Q&A time!&nbsp; We cover a wide range of questions today, here is the list.

Q&A: Hills/Breathing/Starting points/Improvement checklists

We are back for our second installment of question provided by my sister Zoe. Here are the list of questions answered on today's episode: 
<ul> 
 <li>I have injured my hamstring and took time off to recover from, now my leg feels weak and I am in a cycle of exercise followed by injury recovery. What can I do?</li> 
 <li>How do I tell the difference between muscle soreness after a run and injury?</li> 
 <li>Every run I am running to the point of exhaustion because I want to get my best times. Is this okay?</li> 
 <li>What do you recommend to address the boredom during a long run or to distract from negative thoughts that come from a hard run?</li> 
 <li>I want to cross train but my muscle soreness interferes with my running schedule, what should I do?</li> 
 <li>Does running on fatigued muscles lead to injury?</li> 
</ul> 
All these questions will be addressed in detail. 
Click here to find the Run Smarter App on&nbsp;<a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/run-smarter-app/id1540302708" rel="nofollow">IOS</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.supapass.android.player.runsmarter" rel="nofollow">Android</a>&nbsp; 
<a href="https://app.runsmarter.online/subscribe/runsmarterpatrondonations" rel="nofollow"> You can also support the podcast for $5AUD per month and interact with the podcast on a deeper level by visiting our patreon page</a> 
You can also click here for our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/833137020455347/?ref=group_header" rel="nofollow">smarter runner facebook group</a>

We are back for our second installment of question provided by my sister Zoe. Here are the list of questions answered on today's episode:  I have injured my hamstring and took time off to recover

Q&A: Boom bust cycles/DOMS/running boredom/training structure

Today we have a Q&A episode where Brodie answer 5 question from the Run Smarter FB group and the Patron group. Here is what we will cover: 
<ol> 
 <li>If we are trying to ramp up mileage extremely quickly for a race without getting injured, how can we successfully do so?</li> 
 <li>I’ve heard runners get black toes. What is it, how is it prevented and how to treat if you get one or more?</li> 
 <li>How to keep your runs focused when not working toward a specific event/race?</li> 
 <li>Stability work for runners, particularly trail running would be awesome- how important it is, and how can we put it into practice?</li> 
 <li>Is water running a good substitute for land running when you are injured? Does it have any strength benefits? Is it a worthwhile exercise?</li> 
</ol> 
What does Brodie think of all these questions? Have a listen to find out! 
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Today we have a Q&A episode where Brodie answer 5 question from the Run Smarter FB group and the Patron group. Here is what we will cover:  If we are trying to ramp up mileage extremely quickly for a

Q&A: increasing mileage safely/black toes/running stability/water running

Today, Brodie performs his first Q&A LIVE within the Patron FB group. Here are the questions we will be examining: 
<ol> 
 <li>How long should I take to recovery following a marathon before I can start training for my next race?</li> 
 <li>What can I do for an MCL ligament injury in my knee and what are some good strengthening exercises to help?</li> 
 <li>I had to take time off my race preparation due to injury, now returning back to my running program I am in the taper phase. Should I continue following the taper phase?</li> 
 <li>Brodie, what do you think about children running and pushing them too hard? I look at some parents & think they are taking it too far.&nbsp;</li> 
</ol> 
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<a href="https://app.runsmarter.online/subscribe" rel="nofollow">Run Smarter Course</a> 
with code 'PODCAST' for 3-day free trial.

Today, Brodie performs his first Q&A LIVE within the Patron FB group. Here are the questions we will be examining:  How long should I take to recovery following a marathon before I can start training

Q&A: Marathon Recovery/MCLs/Tapering/Youth Running

On today's Q&A Brodie answers all your questions. Here is what we explore: 
1.) What is the amount of time per week one should dedicate to strength training? And is it better to do a couple of longer sessions per week or a little bit most days? 
2.) What are some of the best injury-preventing exercises that a distance runner should keep on rotation? 
3.) Are there any good exercises to strengthen the ankle to stop it from wanting to roll when the foot goes into a bit of a hole? 
4.) What are some signs/symptoms of a leg length discrepancy and does it matter? Additionally, could sloped roads and trails be causing a “pseudo-discrepancy”? 
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<a href="https://app.runsmarter.online/subscribe" rel="nofollow">Run Smarter Course</a> 
with code 'PODCAST' for 3-day free trial.

On today's Q&A Brodie answers all your questions. Here is what we explore: 1.) What is the amount of time per week one should dedicate to strength training? And is it better to do a couple of longer

Q&A: S&C training tips/preventing rolled ankles/leg length discrepancy

Q&A part two answer your instagram responses. Here are you questions Brodie will be answering: 
<ol> 
 <li>Why do runners implement plyometrics in their strength training when their run is already a plyometric movement?</li> 
 <li>How do you encourage people to mentally & emotionally approach a rehab program?</li> 
 <li>Thoughts on general mobility work for runners? Interventions involving foam rollers, tripper point release balls etc, what effect does this have for recovery and when should a runner adopt this into their weekly routine?</li> 
 <li>What is the most effective treatment for tibialis anterior overload injuries?</li> 
</ol> 
Tune in to see what insight Brodie has on these topics.&nbsp; 
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<a href="https://calendly.com/runsmarter/injurychat" rel="nofollow">Book a FREE&nbsp;Injury chat with Brodie</a> 
Run Smarter App&nbsp;<a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/run-smarter-app/id1540302708" rel="nofollow">IOS</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.supapass.android.player.runsmarter" rel="nofollow">Android</a>&nbsp; 
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<a href="https://app.runsmarter.online/subscribe" rel="nofollow">Run Smarter Course</a> 
with code 'PODCAST' for 3-day free trial.

Q&A part two answer your instagram responses. Here are you questions Brodie will be answering:  Why do runners implement plyometrics in their strength training when their run is already a plyometric

Q&A: plyometrics/mental rehab/mobility work/tibialis treatment

Today is another Run Smarter Q&A episode. Brodie answers all the questions below: 
<ol> 
 <li>For beginner runners consistency is key, but is there a certain aspect of running (sessions per week, distance per session, mobility, strength work) that you feel should take a high priority?</li> 
 <li>What are the advantages & disadvantages of running shorter distances more often vs longer distances less often for injury risk and preparing for a marathon?</li> 
 <li>What would you recommend for strength training in the last 8 weeks before a marathon? What exercises, how often and at what intensity?</li> 
 <li>What are your best strength exercises if we are short of time?</li> 
</ol> 
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Today is another Run Smarter Q&A episode. Brodie answers all the questions below:  For beginner runners consistency is key, but is there a certain aspect of running (sessions per week, distance per

Q&A: Frequency/Consistency/Strength Advice

Today is another Run Smarter Q&A episode. This time Brodie is answering questions all to do with trail running and hill running. Here are the questions below: 
<ol> 
 <li>Is training more trails (hills & unstable surfaces) different than non-trail running?</li> 
 <li>What is the best way to run downhill without pounding?</li> 
 <li>What exercises will help me increase my uphill running? Especially when they are longer hills over 1km.&nbsp;</li> 
 <li>What are some good progressions to get ready for an upcoming big hilly trail run?</li> 
</ol> 
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Today is another Run Smarter Q&A episode. This time Brodie is answering questions all to do with trail running and hill running. Here are the questions below:  Is training more trails (hills &

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