Running Strong: Injury Prevention, Recovery & Training Smarter with Luke Vanderfeen - Ep.15

Episode 15 of The Best Athletics Podcast

In this episode of the Best Athletics Podcast, Nick Bester founder of Best Athletics sits down with Luke Vanderfeen Running Physiotherapist from The Running Room to dive into all things running, recovery, and injury prevention.

Luke shares his insights on RED-S, overcoming injuries, and balancing strength training with high mileage. Plus, they answer your top listener questions, covering topics like:

• Post-run recovery & stretching
• Returning to running after a severe injury
• ITBS, Achilles pain & common running injuries
• Strength training—before or after running?
• Super shoes—when should you wear them?
• Fasted running—does it increase injury risk?
• The most important thing to avoid injury
• Should your body feel tight before a race?

And, of course, their worst race experiences & most difficult races ever!

Packed with expert advice and real-life experience, this episode is a must-listen for any runner looking to train smarter and stay injury-free.