The Run Smarter Podcast
Expand your running knowledge, identify running misconceptions and become a faster, healthier, SMARTER runner. Let Brodie Sharpe become your new running guide as he teaches you powerful injury insights from his many years as a physiotherapist while also interviewing the best running gurus in the world. This is ideal for injured runners & runners looking for injury prevention and elevated performance. So, take full advantage by starting at season 1 where Brodie teaches you THE TOP PRINCIPLES TO OVERCOME ANY RUNNING INJURY and let’s begin your run smarter journey.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 402
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Will my injury get better on its own? (Patron release)
Today, Brodie releases an exclusive patron episode onto the main feed which discusses the key principles of injury management. In particular, will an injury get better on its own.
If you'd like to bec…
Speed goals, 80/20 running, uphill running & mara prep with coach Campbell
Today we have coach Campbell Maffett on to answer a few Q&A's from previous episodes. Campbell has been coaching for over fifteen years which includes a level 2 advanced recreational running, world A…
Jen’s Plantar Fasciitis success story
Jen had been battling plantar fasciitis after building up her running mileage in 2016. What followed was a prolonged, frustrating process of self-treatment including a foot boot, night splint, ice, f…
Understanding common running foot conditions with Ian Griffiths
Brodie Chats with Podiatrist, researcher & podcast host Ian Griffiths about different running foot conditions and answers your patron questions: 1.) Big toe OA: Patron question: Any tips for manag…
Finding the right taper & recovery week strategy with Jason Fitzgerald
Jason Fitzgerald is a running coach and creator of the strength running website, podcast and YouTube channel.
In today's episode, Jason shares crucial knowledge on developing the perfect taper strate…
Predicting future injuries & early detection with Eric Hegedus
Eric Hegedus is a Professor, physical therapist, clinician, scientist and researcher. We discuss his paper titled: 'Physical performance tests predict injury in national collegiate athletic associati…
Shoe features & new shoe recommendations with Matt Klein
Matt is a repeat guest from the Doctors of running and a running shoe fanatic!
Our discussion on today's episode starts with shoe expiry dates. Matt gives his opinion on when it is time to buy new run…
Your guide to injury prevention & rehabilitation
(Description from the Everyday Ultra podcast with host Joe Corcione)
It’s never fun dealing with injuries when it comes to ultrarunning; especially when it prevents us from doing the things we love to…
Q&A: Running post-illness/cross-training injuries/calf soreness/increasing frequency
Today, Brodie answers these listener questions:
1.) "If an experienced runner is forced into taking downtime for either an unrelated injury, illness, or just life getting in the way for an extended pe…
Q&A: Asphalt running/Trusting Garmin data/Marathon strength training/Olympic lifting
Today, Brodie answers these listener questions:
1.) Is running on asphalt harmful?
2.) For easy runs/base training does HR have to be aerobic zone (eg. on Garmin watch)?
3.) Should I trust my Garmin? Re…
Foot strength masterclass with Jay Dicharry
Jay is a physical therapist, author, expert in biomechanical analysis and the creator of the mobo board.
On this episode, Jay dives into the importance of foot function that all runners should conside…
Walking the injury prevention tightrope
In preparation for the run smarter book, Brodie shares his tightrope walking analogy to help runners comprehend the components that increase or decrease their risk of injury.
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Potential reasons behind bilateral tendinopathy symptoms
In today's episode, Brodie replies to a listener question:
“I have had PHT bilaterally for close to a year and have also had bilateral chronic plantar fasciitis for many years. On one of the podcasts…
Building eccentric hamstring strength with Damien McMahon
Damian McMahon is a physiotherapist from Ireland and also the creator of the Outlier nordic T-bar. This device is designed to make eccentric nordic exercises accessible within your house and without …
The benefits of base training with Duane Scotti
Duane Scotti is a Physical Therapist, Run Coach and host of the Healthy Runner Podcast.
Today, Brodie and Duane talk about base training. Duane goes through:
- What is base training and what are the esse…
Why easy running is the secret sauce to performance
In today's episode, Brodie reviews a 2019 paper titled 'World-Class Long-Distance Running Performances Are Best Predicted by Volume of Easy Runs and Deliberate Practice of Short-Interval and Tempo Ru…
What to do when injuries aren’t getting any worse, or any better
This episode is dedicated to those who have been struggling with minor, yet stubborn symptoms.
Brodie consults a lot of injured runners who are puzzled when their injury doesn't get worse but isn't ge…
Muscle strain management
Brodie unpacks the causes, treatments and management principles of lower-limb muscle strains:
Tune in to this episode to learn:
- The differences between a grade 1,2 and 3 muscle strain.
- Common areas for …
Tips for managing multiple injuries at once
In today's solo episode, Brodie dives into his tips to help runners who are managing multiple injuries.
When injured, it can be tough to plan a running schedule, find cross-training options and find …
Differentiating a niggle from an injury
In today's episode, Brodie talks about the difference between an innocent niggle and an injury. Brodie breaks down his own ideas, thoughts and definitions between the two experiences and the symptoms…