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The Strength Running Podcast

By: Jason Fitzgerald
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  • Running and coaching tips for beginner and advanced runners with Coach Jason Fitzgerald. Featuring guests like Nick Symmonds and Shalane Flanagan, listeners will learn how to race faster, stay healthy, prevent running injuries, and get stronger in this informative and fun podcast.
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  • PT & MOBO Creator Jay Dicharry on Tissue Health: How to Strengthen Bones & Tendons

    PT & MOBO Creator Jay Dicharry on Tissue Health: How to Strengthen Bones & Tendons
    May 2 2024
    When runners get hurt, it’s often a tissue health problem, like a tendon injury. Jay Dicharry is a physical therapist, author, entrepreneur, and faculty member at Oregon State University who knows a lot about tissue health for runners. He’s written some of my favorite books on running performance and injury prevention, including “Anatomy for Runners” and “Running Rewired.” Jay also hosts workshops for physical therapists. In this episode, Jay and I talk about: New research on tissue remodeling and load tolerance skills to develop durable runnersImproving strength, bone density, and tendon health through specific exercises and training methodsDebunking common beliefs around running and bone healthProper plyometric training for bone and tissue healthThe link between nutrition, bone health, and stress fracturesTendon health and repair through slow loading (including Achilles injuries)How to prevent and address tendon injuries in runners through sound strength trainingWhy runner’s feet need special attentionUsing the MOBO Board as a diagnostic tool for fatigueEvery runner can learn something about tissue health from Jay in this episode to help them run strong and stay injury-free. Links & Resources from the Show: Running Rewired: Reinvent Your Run for Stability, Strength, and Speed by Jay DicharryJay on InstagramMOBO Board on InstagramGet the free injury prevention email series.Take the Strength Running Podcast listener survey to let us know your thoughts and you might win a 30-minute coaching call with me or your choice of one of our training programs. Thank you MOBO Board!Invented by renowned physical therapist Jay Dicharry, MOBO helps you stabilize your stance with an innovative rocker board that’s set up on two fins. The design effectively forces you to drive your big toe into the board to improve your stability. I was pretty arrogant going into my first session on the MOBO Board. How hard can it be to balance, right? Well, I was humbled pretty quickly! Even if you’re a good runner, better balance, stability, and proprioception is going to help you have a more powerful stride and prevent more running injuries. You’ll learn how to improve the efficiency of the kinetic chain from your hip to your big toe. Because as Jay likes to say, it’s not just how strong you are, but how well you use that strength. I was recently at a weekend physical therapy workshop (lol I was the only running coach) and learned how important (and rare) this simple movement is. Save 10% with code STRENGTHRUN10 at checkout at moboboard.com. Thank you DrinkLMNT! A big thanks to DrinkLMNT for their support of this episode! They make electrolyte drinks for athletes and low-carb folks with no sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. They are offering a free gift with your purchase at DrinkLMNT. And this does NOT have to be your first purchase. You’ll get a sample pack with every flavor so you can try them all before deciding what you like best. DrinkLMNT’s products have some of the highest sodium concentrations that you can find. Anybody who runs a lot knows that sodium, as well as other electrolytes like magnesium and potassium, are essential to our performance and how we feel throughout the day. If you’re not familiar, LMNT is my favorite way to hydrate. They make electrolytes for athletes and low-carb folks with no Sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. I’m now in the habit of giving away boxes of LMNT at group runs around Denver and Boulder and everyone loves this stuff. Boost your performance and your recovery with LMNT. They’re the exclusive hydration partner to Team USA Weightlifting and quite a few professional baseball, hockey, and basketball teams are on regular subscriptions. So check out DrinkLMNT to get a free sampler pack and get your hydration optimized for the upcoming season. Thank you Previnex! After resisting most supplements for the better part of my life, I’m cautiously changing my tune. I’m now a Masters runner and in my personal life, I’m optimizing for longevity. I want to be my healthiest self for as long as possible and I’m excited to partner with Previnex to make that happen. Previnex uses the most bioavailable, clinically tested ingredients, the optimal form and dose of each ingredient, pharmaceutical grade manufacturing, testing of raw ingredients and finished products. For every purchase you make, they also donate vitamins to kids in need. Their new Muscle Health Plus is something I’m now taking. Turning 40 – and having a thin frame – has made me realize that I need to prioritize lean muscle mass to stay healthy and age well. Muscle Health Plus has creatine, essential and branched chain amino acids, and it’s designed in a way to maximize protein synthesis and the absorption of amino acids. Muscle Health Plus will help you prevent muscle damage, which is particularly important for aging runners who want to protect themselves from muscle loss and recover...
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Ultrarunning + Strength Training: How to Get Strong and Gain Endurance with Coach Holly Martin

    Ultrarunning + Strength Training: How to Get Strong and Gain Endurance with Coach Holly Martin
    Apr 25 2024

    Runners ask all the time: How should I fit strength training into my endurance goals, and how can I get as strong as possible with limited time?

    Holly Martin is a personal fitness trainer and run coach based in Nashville, TN who specializes in time-efficient circuit training and individually tailored run programs. Holly comes from a diverse background of professional ballet, ultramarathon running, and 10 years of experience in CrossFit. She’s finished many ultra marathons, including two 100 milers.

    In this episode, Holly and I talk about:

    • Strength training for ultra runners to prevent injury and improve endurance
    • Single leg work to reveal weaknesses, imbalances, and poor movement patterns
    • Proper mechanics and activation of certain areas, particularly for runners with weak glutes or other imbalances
    • Purposeful workouts over working out for appearance
    • Strength training for trail runners, focusing on heavy lifts and single leg exercises
    • Alternating between heavier weights and technical work like agility to improve power and explosiveness
    • Quality over quantity in strength training while training for an ultra-marathon
    • When to modify or cut back on strength training for runners based on hunger, fatigue, and form
    • Matching strength training to current fitness level and adjusting as needed in the final two months before the race
    • Enjoying the training process for an ultra-marathon, rather than solely focusing on numbers and metrics
    • Avoiding technical or skill-based movements in the gym that don't directly benefit running
    • Mobility work and static stretching for runners who experience tightness or muscle boundness after training

    This is a must-listen episode for an ultra runner who knows they need to step up their strength training game in an approachable way.

    Links & Resources from the Show:

    • Holly Martin's Patreon
    • Holly on YouTube
    • Holly's website
    • Holly on Instagram
    • Learn to lift weights like elite runners.


    Thank you 2Before!
    We are supported by 2Before, a powerful sports supplement made from New Zealand Blackcurrants designed to increase endurance, manage inflammation, support immunity, and promote adaptation. 2Before helps to boost performance by increasing blood flow, making it more efficient for the body to pump oxygenated nutrient-rich blood into the muscles.

    So, if you want to try to boost your performance and immune system, use code JASON for 30% off 20 packs and multi-serve packs at 2Before.com.

    Thank you to 2Before for supporting Strength Running!

    Thank you AG1!
    We’re also supported by AG1, the greens superfood mix. This is a category-leading greens mix that has 75 vitamins and minerals, prebiotics, probiotics, antioxidants, and adaptogens. It’s recommended by professional athletes and has over 7,000 positive reviews.

    One scoop per day is what I’ve been doing to help me fill in any nutrition gaps in my diet. It also provide a nice boost of energy and focus throughout the day. With all 3 of my kids in school, I know I need to support my immune system or else I’m getting sick and can’t train.

    I also love that AG1 has changed over the last decade. They’ve made 53 improvements to the formula based on the latest research to make these nutrients more absorbable and rigorous with the 3rd party testing that they do.

    For our listeners, they are offering a year’s worth of free Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs of AG1 with your first purchase. You can sign up for single shipment or for a monthly drop – the choice is yours. Check out AG1 to redeem your offer today.
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    1 hr
  • How 50mi World Record Holder Charlie Lawrence Treats Serious Injuries, Fuels his Ultras, and More

    How 50mi World Record Holder Charlie Lawrence Treats Serious Injuries, Fuels his Ultras, and More
    Apr 18 2024
    The running world gets to watch in awe as elites set new records and perform incredible feats. But it’s not all rainbows and unicorns for these athletes. World record holders face injuries and challenges, too. Charlie Lawrence set the record in the 50-mile distance in 2023, clocking in at 4:48:21. That’s an unbelievable average of 5:46 per mile. Charlie also ran his marathon personal record of 2:16 while qualifying for the US Olympic Trials Marathon for the second time. In this episode, Charlie and I talk about: The glute injury and hip labral tear that led Charlie to pull out of the 2024 Olympic Marathon TrialsThe emotions behind dropping out of the TrialsHow a series of injuries in 2024 led Charlie to take almost 3 months off of runningThe treatment and recovery Charlie applied to heal from the injuries, including aqua jogging and pool runningUsing PRP (platelet rich plasma) and a levering off-load device on the treadmill to aid recoveryAn aggressive approach to ultra training and the mentality needed to make it workBeing proactive in injury prevention, from foam rolling to activation workHow Charlie trained to set a 50 mile World Record at a 5:46/mile average paceCharlie’s fueling strategies for ultrarunning and a World RecordWhat running goals Charlie wants to focus on next This is an inspiring episode for runners of any distance who could use a realistic take on performance and recovery from an elite runner. Links & Resources from the Show: Charlie on InstagramGet strategies to prevent injury.Let me help you with your training! Thank you Previnex! After resisting most supplements for the better part of my life, I’m cautiously changing my tune. I’m now a Masters runner and in my personal life, I’m optimizing for longevity. I want to be my healthiest self for as long as possible and I’m excited to partner with Previnex to make that happen. Previnex uses the most bioavailable, clinically tested ingredients, the optimal form and dose of each ingredient, pharmaceutical grade manufacturing, testing of raw ingredients and finished products. For every purchase you make, they also donate vitamins to kids in need. Their new Muscle Health Plus is something I'm now taking. Turning 40 - and having a thin frame - has made me realize that I need to prioritize lean muscle mass to stay healthy and age well. Muscle Health Plus has creatine, essential and branched chain amino acids, and it's designed in a way to maximize protein synthesis and the absorption of amino acids. Muscle Health Plus will help you prevent muscle damage, which is particularly important for aging runners who want to protect themselves from muscle loss and recover faster after hard workouts. As is true for all of their products, Previnex adheres to the highest of standards: their ingredients are clinically proven to do what they say they’re going to do. Previnex offers a 30-day money back guarantee. If you don't feel the benefits of their product, you get your money back no questions asked. With their focus on quality and customer satisfaction, I hope you’ll try it! Use code jason15 for 15% off your first order at Previnex! Thank you LMNT! A big thanks to DrinkLMNT for their support of this episode! They make electrolyte drinks for athletes and low-carb folks with no sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. They are offering a free gift with your purchase at DrinkLMNT. And this does NOT have to be your first purchase. You’ll get a sample pack with every flavor so you can try them all before deciding what you like best. DrinkLMNT's products have some of the highest sodium concentrations that you can find. Anybody who runs a lot knows that sodium, as well as other electrolytes like magnesium and potassium, are essential to our performance and how we feel throughout the day. If you’re not familiar, LMNT is my favorite way to hydrate. They make electrolytes for athletes and low-carb folks with no Sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. I’m now in the habit of giving away boxes of LMNT at group runs around Denver and Boulder and everyone loves this stuff. Boost your performance and your recovery with LMNT. They’re the exclusive hydration partner to Team USA Weightlifting and quite a few professional baseball, hockey, and basketball teams are on regular subscriptions. So check out DrinkLMNT to get a free sampler pack and get your hydration optimized for the upcoming season.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
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