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Healthy Runner Podcast

Healthy Runner Podcast

By: Duane Scotti
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 Dr. Duane Scotti shares running tips, tools and more to help you get stronger, run faster, and enjoy lifelong injury free running! If you're a dedicated runner, often injured runner, or beginner runner who is interested in staying healthy so you can get in those mental clearing miles subscribe for helpful training episodes to optimize the 6 steps to growing as a runner (mindset, strength training, run plan, nutrition, recovery, and race day strategy) so you can grow in your running journey. Dr. Duane Scotti has been actively helping runners since 2003. Over that time he's helped countless others get stronger, run faster, and hit their running goals through his content and his Healthy Runner Coaching Services. Duane is an avid half marathoner, 4x marathoner, physical therapist and coach for runners, founder of Spark Healthy Runner, and creator of the Spark Healthy Runner YouTube channel. New podcast episodes uploaded each week. Thanks for listening, welcome to Healthy Runner! Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Running & Jogging
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  • 291. Why Runners Don't Follow Through on Their Half Marathon Goals (And How 2026 Can Be Different)

    291. Why Runners Don't Follow Through on Their Half Marathon Goals (And How 2026 Can Be Different)
    Jan 1 2026
    Join The Half Marathon Follow-Through Formula (FREE 4-Day Challenge) If you've trained for a half marathon before but didn't follow through, this episode will change how you think about training. In this episode of the Healthy Runner Podcast, Dr. Duane Scotti breaks down the real reason half marathon training falls apart for so many runners (it has nothing to do with motivation or discipline). Most runners are committed and driven, but they're missing a system that actually fits real life. You'll learn why relying on motivation leads to burnout, how skipping strength and recovery increases injury risk, and what it really takes to stay consistent when life gets busy. Inside the episode, you'll discover: - Why most half marathon training plans fail - The 5 biggest mistakes that cause runners to fall off - How to build a realistic weekly training schedule - Why strength and recovery are essential for consistency - How to adjust training without quitting when setbacks happen Duane also shares a real runner success story and invites you to join a free 4-Day Challenge, The Half Marathon Follow-Through Formula, designed to help you stop feeling stuck and finish strong in 2026. If you want to stop starting over and finally follow through on your half marathon goals, this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward making 2026 different. [Download] Half Marathon Training Kickstart Kit: Start Strong and Stay Injury Free! Join the Waitlist and learn more about Half Marathon Group Coaching Here Listen to my previous episode on Half Marathon Training for Beginners Here Listen to my previous episode on determining if you are ready to run your first half marathon here! Listen to my previous episode on half marathon fueling here! Listen to my previous episode on the top 5 half marathon mistakes to avoid here! Listen to my previous episode on unlocking my fastest half marathon time in 7 years here! Listen to my previous episode on half marathon prep the week before your race here! Want to run stronger, faster, and injury-free? The Healthy Runner Academy gives you a proven system to stay consistent, prevent injuries, and build strength with expert coaching and a supportive running community. Join the waitlist to be first in line when doors open (only 3x/year) and get a special bonus. A big thanks to ucan for your support for this episode! Want to know what we recommend to our athletes during hard marathon training? We use EDGE Energy Gels from UCAN for those long runs! Fuel smarter during a run with the best no sugar energy gel on the market delivering up to 75+ minutes of steady energy to power your best running performance. Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your entire UCAN order! Connect with Dr. Duane: - Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner - Sign up for the Healthy Runner Newsletter - Join our Healthy Runner Facebook Community - Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com - www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Amazon Music Website
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    37 mins
  • 290. RunDisney Marathon Weekend: 7 Race Week Essentials for Dopey Runners

    290. RunDisney Marathon Weekend: 7 Race Week Essentials for Dopey Runners
    Dec 22 2025
    Download the Ultimate Marathon Race Ready Guide Here! Preparing for RunDisney Marathon Weekend or taking on the Dopey Challenge? Dr. Duane Scotti breaks down the 7 race week essentials that every Disney runner must know from how to taper the right way, to what to eat each day, to the weather, packing, and logistics that make RunDisney so unique. Learn how to avoid the common mistakes that drain energy, derail race week, or increase your injury risk, and instead run each magical mile with confidence, gratitude, and joy. Whether you're running the 5K, 10K, Half, Full, Goofy, or Dopey, this episode will help you feel prepared, strong, and ready to conquer Marathon Weekend the smart way. ✅ Subscribe for more marathon training tips, injury prevention, and smarter strength strategies. Grab your FREE RunDisney Race Ready Checklist Here! Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast? Submit questions here Want to run stronger, faster, and injury-free? The Healthy Runner Academy provides you the step-by-step system to finally stay consistent, avoid burnout, and prevent nagging injuries… all with expert coaching and a supportive community behind you! Perfect for adult runners who want to: - Stop nagging injuries - Build a resilient running body - Get faster and stronger - Enjoy pain-free, consistent training Join the waitlist today and be first in line when doors open (only 3x/year) + get a special bonus to strengthen your running journey! Episodes and Resources mentioned in this episode: Listen to my previous episode on 6 Steps to Mastering runDisney Training Listen to my previous episode on my Disney Marathon Weekend Recap Conquering the Dopey Challenge Listen to my previous episode on what to do after you sign up for the Dopey challenge Listen to my previous episode with Jeff Galloway on how to implement the run walk run method for Disney training Listen to my previous episode on marathon strength training guide: run stronger with these 3 essentials here! Watch how Sonya overcame her fears to finish her first marathon in Disney by getting stronger not only physically but mentally here! Watch how Dipti went from chronic shin splints for over a year to running the Disney Dopey Challenge in 6 months here! Watch how Stephanie went from IT band pain with every long run to conquering the 48.6 mile Dopey Challenge here! A big thanks to Naboso for your support for this episode! Want to know how I prioritize achilles and foot health to prevent & heal achilles tendonitis? Kinesis board and toe splays from Naboso! Naboso's 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 - Sign up for the Healthy Runner Newsletter - Join our Healthy Runner Facebook Community - Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com - www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Amazon Music
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • 289. Philadelphia Marathon Recap: What Went Wrong and What I Nailed to Get Stronger for My Next Race

    289. Philadelphia Marathon Recap: What Went Wrong and What I Nailed to Get Stronger for My Next Race
    Dec 4 2025
    Join the waitlist for Healthy Runner Academy Here! If you have ever trained perfectly… only to fall short of your goal on race day… this episode is for you. I am breaking down my Philadelphia Marathon, the lessons that cost me a PR and the wins that set me up to come back even stronger. Inside, you will learn: • The exact moment my race slipped away • How I managed pacing, fueling, and hydration with zero cramps (until I didn't) • The elevation traps most runners underestimate in Philly • Why "middle mile mindset" can make or break your race • What I will do differently next time, so you can too Race day results are never just about fitness. mindset, strategy, focus, and adaptability all play a huge role once the marathon gets real. Whether you are shooting for a PR or simply trying to run your next marathon feeling strong, this recap gives you the real behind the scenes (not just the highlight reel). ✅ Subscribe for more marathon training tips, injury prevention, and smarter strength strategies. Grab your FREE Ultimate Marathon Training Guide to Master Your Marathon Feeling Strong! 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 run stronger, faster, and injury-free? The Healthy Runner Academy provides you the step-by-step system to finally stay consistent, avoid burnout, and prevent nagging injuries… all with expert coaching and a supportive community behind you! Perfect for adult runners who want to: - Stop nagging injuries - Build a resilient running body - Get faster and stronger - Enjoy pain-free, consistent training Join the waitlist today and be first in line when doors open (only 3x/year) + get a special bonus to strengthen your running journey! Episodes and Resources mentioned in this episode: Listen to my previous episode on the race day mistake most runners don't see coming here! Listen to my previous episode on 7 lessons learned from not running for 42 days here! Download THE Ultimate Guide to Running Healthy without Achilles Pain Listen to my previous episode on marathon strength training guide: run stronger with these 3 essentials here! Listen to my previous episode race recap running a 23 minute PR at the Cape Cod Marathon here! Listen to my previous episode on conquering 48.6 miles as part of the Dopey Challenge here! A big thanks to CurraNz for your support for this episode! Want to know my favorite recovery supplement for runners? CurraNz is New Zealand's natural running supplement made of a strong antioxidant (polyphenol anthocyanin) found within blackcurrants. Learn more about the real science behind blackcurrant extract in my interview with Fleur Cushman in episode 233 on the Healthy Runner Podcast. Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your first order! Connect with Dr. Duane: - Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner - Sign up for the Healthy Runner Newsletter - Join our Healthy Runner Facebook Community - Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com - www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Amazon Music Website
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    1 hr and 11 mins
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