Mar 29, 2021
On this episode of the Run Smarter Podcast, Brodie interviews running coach Nathan Fenton. Nathan uses running power as his primary metric for running program design and assessment.
We explore how to measure 'running power' data and what devices you need. Nathan explains the difference between running power compared to...
Mar 25, 2021
Triathlon Taren joins Brodie today to discuss how to get involved in the sport of triathlons. Taren owns a business, youtube channel, podcast and various other platforms all about helping the recreational athlete start and thrive in triathlons.
We start by addressing some triathlon objections. Comments like 'I cannot...
Mar 22, 2021
Today Brodie refreshes the concept of load vs capacity. Load is 'the amount of physical load placed on the body' verses Capacity which is 'the bodies ability to handle load'.
This concept helps runners understand WHY they get injuries instead of believing unhelpful misconceptions such as flat feet and leg...
Mar 18, 2021
Should we be training with a lot of variety (different speeds, shoes, cross training, strength training)? Or should we get really good at running on one surface, in the same shoes & not deviate?
Brodie dives into the pros and cons of both strategies so you can self-reflect & come up with your own decision.
To finish...
Mar 15, 2021
On this episode Brodie discusses the confusion runners often make during an injury flare-up. Runners often misinterpret weakness when it fact, it could be just an increase in structure sensitivity.
When progressing a return-to-running program and executing your rehab exercises, it's not uncommon for a hiccup and mild...