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Healthy Runner Podcast

By: Duane Scotti
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  • Run stronger, faster, and without injuries? Yep, you don’t need to be a frustrated runner that constantly has to stop running. I'm Dr. Duane Scotti, a running physical therapist, coach, and founder of Spark Physical Therapy - Healthy Runner. I'm here to share everything I have learned as a former often injured adult onset runner! I will also interview experts in the running and health world to share their knowledge and wisdom that will inspire you to stay active, stay healthy, and just keep running well into your 40’s, 50’s, and beyond! You could just be starting your running journey and looking to consistently run for stress relief or be an experienced marathoner, we have something for you on this podcast! We discuss practical ways to improve your running strength, training, nutrition, and mindset! If you want to get stronger, run faster, and enjoy lifelong injury free running then you have come to the right place! If you like what you hear, please subscribe, follow, rate and review the show so more runners like you can find us!
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  • 229. Adaptation by Fire! Heat Acclimation with Dr. Mani Alavi

    229. Adaptation by Fire! Heat Acclimation with Dr. Mani Alavi
    May 23 2024
    Have you struggled to run in the heat? Do you have an upcoming race that will be run in hot conditions? Would you like to know how better to acclimate your body for running in the heat? If you're looking to kickstart your summer running and adapt to the heat, Dr. Mani Alavi has got you covered! Dr. Mani Alavi who is a true expert when it comes to running in the heat, he is an emergency medicine physician, former attorney and avid runner (veteran of multiple world major events including a veteran of the Boston Marathon and the hotter than normal 2024 Boston race) Dr. Alavi's area of focus is heat science with a special focus area on heat acclimation and training. We chat about all of this and more in this episode! Temperature and its effect on running performance Difference between humidity and dew point Why is the weather reported in relative humidity and not dew point What is heat acclimation and why is it important for running BMI and its effect on heat tolerance Safety precaution considerations for heat training sessions Heat training versus heat acclimation Effective heat training strategies for runners Recommended heat acclimation protocol for beginner runners How long does it take to become acclimated to the heat Extra layers of clothing and treadmill running for heat acclimation Dry sauna versus steam room for heat acclimation How should intermediate runners adjust their training to improve heat acclimation What advanced heat acclimation strategies can be employed for seasoned runners What role does clothing play in heat acclimation training Misconception of heat adaptation or acclimation There are six steps to growing in your running journey so you can enjoy it and stay healthy! Learn them here Want the structured run, strength, nutrition guidance on how to improve in your running journey with full accountability and support from our team? Learn more about our program here I am proud to announce a new partnership with CurraNz and thank them for supporting this episode! CurraNz is New Zealand’s natural running supplement made of a strong antioxidant (polyphenol anthocyanin) found within black currants. Backed by more than 50 studies benefitting recovery and performance, it has been my go to training partner for preventing GI distress running in the heat during long runs! Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your first order! Connect with Dr. Mani Alavi: Email Doctor.apma@gmail.com Listen to Adaptation by Fire Podcast on Spotify Listen to Adaptation by Fire Podcast on Apple Instagram @fit.erdoc Connect with Dr. Duane: - Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner - Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community - Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com - www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • 228. I DID IT! I Quit My Faculty Job to Pursue my Passion Full Time

    228. I DID IT! I Quit My Faculty Job to Pursue my Passion Full Time
    May 16 2024

    [Join] to be a Founding Member of Healthy Runner Academy

    “We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us”

    After 19 years working for the University in either a part time faculty role or as Clinical Associate Professor of Physical Therapy, I did it! I pushed out of my comfort zone and decided to quit my 9-5 job to pursue my passion within the running community.

    In this episode, I get vulnerable and share with you why I decided to make this very difficult decision and I also share some very exciting news on what is next for you…the runner within our Healthy Runner community!

    Let’s be real here — Improving as an adult runner can be overwhelming and frustrating at times. I understand the constant struggle of searching for the best run plans, strength exercises, or foods to eat that actually make a difference and still coming up short each time. Or worse, finding a training plan that brought you a new shiny PR but you have to take a break from running because you’re injured or burned out.

    There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long! These are mindset, strength training, run plan, nutrition, recovery, and race strategy.

    It got me thinking….Maybe we can create something for our Healthy Runner community!

    Right now it’s just an idea, I haven’t created anything yet but I want to share with you the vision of Healthy Runner Academy Powered by Spark!

    Healthy Runner Academy is going to be created to fill a gap often found in traditional run plans and rehab programs. Instead of following a training plan that only focuses on running or waiting to go to rehab for your next injury, you can access all the education and exercises you need to start growing in your running journey so you’ll not only feel more confident in getting stronger and faster but you’ll stay healthy and enjoy the process of running again!

    Running doesn’t need to suck and it doesn’t need to be painful, Healthy Runner Academy is going to be created to change that — Offering a supportive community, accountability, and tools for progress in executing the six key parts of your running journey all in one place.


    I don’t know if this idea is of interest to you but if it is…I want to invite you to come join me as a founding member here!

    Connect with Dr. Duane:

    - Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner

    - Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community

    - Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

    - duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com

    - www.sparkhealthyrunner.com

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    24 mins
  • 227. IT Band Syndrome Prevention Tips to Conquer Marathon Training with Dr. Duane Scotti

    227. IT Band Syndrome Prevention Tips to Conquer Marathon Training with Dr. Duane Scotti
    May 9 2024
    [Download] The Ultimate IT Band Guide for Running Healthy Are you a runner who’s been frustrated in the past that whenever you try to train for a marathon you get sharp pain on the outside of your knee? Iliotibial Band Syndrome can be frustrating for many runners during a long run when you get that sudden jolt of knee pain that just stops you in your tracks and then you have to deal with lingering achiness and stiffness throughout your day when you get up from a chair, go down stairs, kneel, or squat. Are you worried that your knee pain will come back during marathon training because you think you are just preordained to get ITB syndrome? Training for a marathon doesn’t need to be painful and you don’t have to rely on the following strategies (that actually don’t fix the problem) of icing your knee after your runs, ice it, using a IT band strap, KT tape, or doing IT band stretches. In this episode, I am going to unravel the mystery of how we as runners can prevent IT band pain during marathon training! Whether you are about to embark on marathon training for beginners or you are a seasoned marathoner who has suffered through knee pain during your 16, 18, or 20 mile long runs then this episode is for you! Avoid IT band pain this marathon season with these 6 tips! [Download] Glute Exercises for IT Band Pain Return to Running Program without ITB Syndrome here [Download] Marathon Training Blueprint here Listen to my previous episode on run walk run with Jeff Galloway here There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long! Learn them here Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast? Submit questions here Want to work with our team with structured strength, recovery, nutrition, and run plan with full support and accountability to reach your highest potential for your marathon so you don’t get IT band pain? Book a call and learn more about Healthy Runner coaching here A big thanks to Naboso for your support for this episode! Want to know how I prioritize foot health and recovery as a runner during marathon training? Kinesis board and toe splays from Naboso! Naboso’s newest product, the Kinesis board features dual sensory stimulation, a micro-wobble system and a single-leg platform to improve my stability for running! Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your entire Naboso order! Connect with Dr. Duane: - Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner - Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community - Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com - www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website
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    56 mins
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