Runners are classically the type A personality consisting of common traits. For instance, self-motivation, internal drive & competitiveness. All these traits shine a positive light on personal ambition, race preparation and a physically active lifestyle. However, do these traits have negative associations? For example, if the vast majority of running injuries are due to training […]
Is there a link between my personality & injury?
/in Run Smarter Blog /by Brodie SharpeRunners are classically the type A personality consisting of common traits. For instance, self-motivation, internal drive & competitiveness. All these traits shine a positive light on personal ambition, race preparation and a physically active lifestyle. However, do these traits have negative associations? For example, if the vast majority of running injuries are due to training […]
When can new mums can return back to running
/in Run Smarter Blog /by Brodie SharpeFirstly, thank you to the authors Tom Goom, Gráinne Donnelly and Emma Brockwell for publishing the new post partum running guidelines. For more information I will include the link here. It is often a concern for new mums, they love running but also want to respect the healing process. But how is a new mum […]
Can I Become A Better Runner, Only Using A Treadmill?
/in Run Smarter Blog /by Brodie SharpeTreadmill running. You love it or you hate it. For some runners it can be very appealing come winter. But can we substitute outdoor training for the comfort of an indoor treadmill? Does a treadmill running change your technique? When it comes to your movement and joint angles there is conflicting evidence. Some studies will […]
When is it okay to stretch?
/in Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Podcast /by Brodie SharpeThis episode covers the beliefs behind stretching and when it is safe and not safe with proximal hamstring tendinopathy. Stretching was once a common treatment option for this condition but as our understanding has changed, so has the management. But a lo
How To Run Free Of Achilles Pain
/in Run Smarter Blog /by Brodie SharpeRecurring achilles pain can be common, particularly in masters runners. So, this blog is designed to be your guide. To see if there is anything within your routine you can change to lower your risk of another flare-up. Avoid acute spikes in training load The majority of running-related injuries are due to spikes in load, […]
Charlie’s PHT success story
/in Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Podcast /by Brodie SharpeCharlie has been managing proximal hamstring tendinopathy after completing a marathon block in 2020. Pain originally started down the hamstring but eventually worked its way into the sitting bone. Initial treatment attempts included shockwave, strength tr
Do I Need Orthotics To Help My Running?
/in Run Smarter Blog /by Brodie SharpeWe all know the marketing poster in shoe stores. It shows a person standing still while highlighting their poor foot posture. Then, a side-by-side comparison of the whole body magically aligned when provided with orthotics to wear. This is marketing brilliance and sells the concept very well but does the claim for orthotics for running […]
Stress fractures: A warning to all runners
/in Run Smarter Blog /by Brodie SharpeStress fractures are a runner’s worst nightmare because they are often mis-diagnosed and once accurately identified, treatment is often no running and even crutches. This is extremely frustrating and requires the amount of patience that is rare in the running populations. So what do we need to know about stress fractures? It is worth mentioning […]
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/in Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Podcast /by Brodie SharpeTendon pain: The top 3 tips all runners should know
/in Run Smarter Blog /by Brodie SharpeThis will help you with the prevention and management of most lower limb tendinopathies including plantar fasciitis, achilles, high hamstring, patella and hip tendinopathies. This is because lower limb tendons respond in a similar fashion to load and training errors. So here are the top 3 tips when dealing with tendon pain. Tip #1: Tendon […]