Running injuries don't have to sideline your passion. Today, we're joined by Dr. Relation from Bluestone Podiatry to discuss the prevention of common running injuries like plantar fasciitis and achilles tendonitis.

Revolutionizing Hamstring Strengthening With Dr. Garrett Drumheller

If you are a runner, you know one of the weakest parts of a runner's body is the hamstrings. Meet Dr. Garret Drumheller, a physical therapist and the inventor of the Nordstick. His creation, the Nordstick, emerged from a challenging stint at a Division I university, where ingenuity met necessity and led to an affordable, space-saving fitness innovation. With over 150,000 units sold, Garrett's journey from prototype to viral sensation encapsulates the essence of this episode: a testament to how dedication and smart design can transform the athletic world.

We tear into the meat of hamstring fortification, particularly through the lens of Nordic curls, and why they're paramount for athletes, especially those navigating the rigors of cleat sports. Garrett offers a deep dive into the biomechanics of injury prevention, and how his Nordstick stands up to the rigors of intense training. Join us for an invigorating discussion that promises to elevate your understanding of fitness and the tools we use to achieve peak performance.

Meet Brian Scott, a retired athletic trainer who worked at the high school and collegiate levels with a brief stint in minor league baseball. Brian started as a full time practicing physician's assistant in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine over 14 years ago.​

He is also the host of the Injured List podcast, your go-to source for everything about injuries related to sport, from fantasy sports injury updates to educational healthy tidbits for the weekend warrior.

In this episode, Brian discusses the types of athletes he's treated throughout his career and common injuries which occur in runners. He emphasizes the importance of cross-training and understanding your own physical baseline so that pain and injury management can become more precise and accurate.

He also covers the difference between male and female injuries, the mechanics of running, and steps you can take to prevent future injuries.