Healthy Runner Podcast Duane Scotti: Physical therapist, runner, and podcaster

[Join] to be a Founding Member of Healthy Runner Academy
“We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us”
After 19 years working for the University in either a part time faculty role or as Clinical Associate Professor of Physical Therapy, I did it!  I pushed out of my comfort zone and decided to quit my 9-5 job to pursue my passion within the running community.  
In this episode, I get vulnerable and share with you why I decided to make this very difficult decision and I also share some very exciting news on what is next for you…the runner within our Healthy Runner community!
 
Let’s be real here — Improving as an adult runner can be overwhelming and frustrating at times.   I understand the constant struggle of searching for the best run plans, strength exercises, or foods to eat that actually make a difference and still coming up short each time. Or worse, finding a training plan that brought you a new shiny PR but you have to take a break from running because you’re injured or burned out.
There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long!  These are mindset, strength training, run plan, nutrition, recovery, and race strategy.
It got me thinking….Maybe we can create something for our Healthy Runner community!
Right now it’s just an idea, I haven’t created anything yet but I want to share with you the vision of Healthy Runner Academy Powered by Spark!
 
Healthy Runner Academy is going to be created to fill a gap often found in traditional run plans and rehab programs.  Instead of following a training plan that only focuses on running or waiting to go to rehab for your next injury, you can access all the education and exercises you need to start growing in your running journey so you’ll not only feel more confident in getting stronger and faster but you’ll stay healthy and enjoy the process of running again! 
 
Running doesn’t need to suck and it doesn’t need to be painful, Healthy Runner Academy is going to be created to change that — Offering a supportive community, accountability, and tools for progress in executing the six key parts of your running journey all in one place.

I don’t know if this idea is of interest to you but if it is…I want to invite you to come join me as a founding member here!
 
Connect with Dr. Duane:
- Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner
- Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community
- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
- duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com
- www.sparkhealthyrunner.com
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[Download] The Ultimate IT Band Guide for Running Healthy
 
Are you a runner who’s been frustrated in the past that whenever you try to train for a marathon you get sharp pain on the outside of your knee?
 
Iliotibial Band Syndrome can be frustrating for many runners during a long run when you get that sudden jolt of knee pain that just stops you in your tracks and then you have to deal with lingering achiness and stiffness throughout your day when you get up from a chair, go down stairs, kneel, or squat.
 
Are you worried that your knee pain will come back during marathon training because you think you are just preordained to get ITB syndrome?
 
Training for a marathon doesn’t need to be painful and you don’t have to rely on the following strategies (that actually don’t fix the problem) of icing your knee after your runs, ice it, using a IT band strap, KT tape, or doing IT band stretches.
 
In this episode, I am going to unravel the mystery of how we as runners can prevent IT band pain during marathon training!
 
Whether you are about to embark on marathon training for beginners or you are a seasoned marathoner who has suffered through knee pain during your 16, 18, or 20 mile long runs then this episode is for you!
 
Avoid IT band pain this marathon season with these 6 tips!
 
[Download] Glute Exercises for IT Band Pain
 
Return to Running Program without ITB Syndrome here
 
[Download] Marathon Training Blueprint here
 
Listen to my previous episode on run walk run with Jeff Galloway here
 
There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long! Learn them here
 
Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast?  Submit questions here
 
Want to work with our team with structured strength, recovery, nutrition, and run plan with full support and accountability to reach your highest potential for your marathon so you don’t get IT band pain? Book a call and learn more about Healthy Runner coaching here 
 
A big thanks to Naboso for your support for this episode!
 
Want to know how I prioritize foot health and recovery as a runner during marathon training?  Kinesis board and toe splays from Naboso!
 
Naboso’s newest product, the Kinesis board features dual sensory stimulation, a micro-wobble system and a single-leg platform to improve my stability for running!
 
Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your entire Naboso order! 



Connect with Dr. Duane:
- Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner
- Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community
- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
- duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com
- www.sparkhealthyrunner.com
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[Download] Race Day Checklist
 
Have you been stuck in a 5K plateau and you just want to run faster?
 
Have you been focusing on the marathon or half marathon distance with training and you want to test your fitness at a 5K but don’t know the best strategy?
 
Have you tried to run fast for a 5K but you always seem to get injured?  If any of these describes you then this is the episode for you!
 
I just ran two 5K races for the first time in 2 ½ years and I had some struggles with the first because it was so long since I raced this distance and I want to share with you what I learned and implemented into the second one that brought me my fastest 5K time in 8 years!  
 
So whether you are new to racing 5K’s or you have run almost 30 5K’s (like I have) this episode is for you!
 
If you're ready to take your 5K race performance to new heights, don't miss out on this educational session with 6 actionable strategies you can implement into your 5K race.
 
Let's get started today!
 
Get my full personal running story here
 
[Download] FREE Couch to 5K Beginner Runner Guide
 
There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long! Learn them here
 
Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast?  Submit questions here
 
Want to work with our team with structured strength, recovery, nutrition, and run plan with full support and accountability to reach your highest potential for your 5K? Book a call and learn more about Healthy Runner coaching here 
 
A big thanks to ucan for your support for this episode!
 
Want to know how I fueled for my 5K races?  I hit my sub 22 minute goal because I fuel with Energy bars from UCAN.
 
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Connect with Dr. Duane:
- Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner
- Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community
- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
- duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com
- www.sparkhealthyrunner.com
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Are you a road runner who is considering venturing into the trails?  Are you thinking of transitioning into trail running primarily?
 
If you're looking to start trail running but don’t know where to begin, you've come to the right place! Trail Running is a fantastic way to get those mental clearing miles surrounded by the beauty of nature!  
 
If you're looking to kickstart your trial running journey, coach Cat from our Spark Healthy Runner team has done the transition herself and some lessons she has learned that will help you as you start to run on the trails!
 
We chat about all of this and more in this episode!
 
What is trail running
What are technical trails
Common terms road runners should know about trail running
Strength training tips for trail running
What gear do you need for trail running
Trail running safety tips
Major differences between road running and trail running
Running efforts and workouts for trail running
Nutrition and fueling differences for trail running
Trail running headphone etiquette
Timed or looped races
Trail racing tips
Misconception of trail and road running
 
There are six steps to growing in your trail running journey so you can enjoy it and stay healthy!  
 
Learn them here
 
Get coach Cat’s previous trainings
 
Listen to our previous episode on trail running terminology
Listen to our previous episode comparing road running to trail running
 
Want structured guidance on how to start running with full accountability and support from our team?  Learn more about our program here
 
A big thanks to Naboso for your support for this episode!
Want to know how I prioritize foot health as a runner?  Kinesis board and toe splays from Naboso.
 
Naboso’s newest product, the Kinesis board features dual sensory stimulation, a micro-wobble system and a single-leg platform to improve my stability for running!
 
Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your entire Naboso order! 
 
Connect with Dr. Duane:
- Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner
- Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community
- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
- duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com
- www.sparkhealthyrunner.com
Listen & Subscribe:
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[Download] The Ultimate Guide to Running WITHOUT Hamstring Pain
 
Do you get pain in your butt right under your glute that gets worse when you sit during work especially after a run?
 
Do you just dread hills, that achiness feeling after a long run, long car ride or sitting on hard surfaces?
 
Like so many of you, I thought that I should just stretch my hamstring and stop running and that would solve the problem.  Unfortunately, that is probably the worst thing you can do to overcome this stubborn pain in the butt!  Get my full personal injury story here
 
In this episode, we are talking about why runners get proximal hamstring tendinopathy (PHT)  
 
I provide clarity on the following questions:
 
- What is proximal hamstring tendinopathy
- Why do runners get high hamstring pain
- What does proximal hamstring tendinopathy feel like
 
I also reveal my top 4 (NEW and improved) tips for overcoming PHT as a runner
 
Whether you have recently been diagnosed, self diagnosed, or have been battling hamstring pain for years, this episode is for you!
 
Listen to my previous episodes on hamstring tendinopathy in runners
 
Listen to my previous episode with Mary on how she went from frustrated runner with PHT to NYC marathon finisher 
 
Learn how to do the Single Best Exercise for Glute Activation 
 
[Download] FREE Return to Run Program after Injury
 
There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long! Learn them here
 
Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast?  Submit questions here
 
Want Dr. Scotti’s guidance in finally overcoming your PHT pain with structured strength, recovery, nutrition, and run plan with full support and accountability to reach your highest potential as a runner? Book a call and learn more about Healthy Runner coaching here 
 
A big thanks to the Amino Company for your support for this episode!
 
If you have heard from any of the runners who I help with stubborn PHT, I always recommend they supplement our training with HEAL from the Amino Company.
 
Heal is an amino acid, whey and creatine based formulation designed to reduce recovery times and improve physical function after injuries by accelerating muscle repair while helping maintain a healthy inflammatory response.
 
Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 30% off your entire Amino Company order! 
 
Connect with Dr. Duane:
- Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner
- Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community
- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
- duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com
- www.sparkhealthyrunner.com
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[Download] Marathon Training Guide
 
How do you prepare for a Disney run?  How do you survive the Dopey Challenge?
 
In this runDisney ultimate training guide, Dr. Duane Scotti shares with you his 6 key steps to conquering your Disney running dreams!  As the great Walt Disney once said…if you can DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT! Overcome fear or injury during your training with this 6-step disney running guide!
 
In this episode, you will learn about the best Disney running training tips to not only finish your race or dopey challenge but enjoy the journey of training, stay healthy and run long after Disney!  You will get running tips for mindset, strength training, running plans, nutrition, recovery, and race day strategy and tips specific for Disney races.
Learn more about the six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long!  Get them here
Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast?  Submit questions here
 
Related Resources:
 
Listen to my previous episode about my Disney Dopey Challenge Race Recap here
 
Listen to my previous episode with Jeff Galloway here
  
[Download] Strong Glute Exercises for Runners here
 
[Download] 7 Recovery Steps for Running (including stretching exercises)
 
[Download] Nutrition Blueprint: Run your Best!
 
[Download] Race Day Blueprint: 10 Tips to Crush your Race!
 
Want the structured run and strength plan with motivation and accountability to reach your highest running potential to crush your Disney race? Book a call to learn more about Healthy Runner coaching
 
I am proud to announce a new partnership with CurraNz and thank them for supporting this episode!  
 
CurraNz is New Zealand’s natural running supplement made of a strong antioxidant (polyphenol anthocyanin) found within black currants.  Backed by more than 50 studies benefitting recovery and performance, it has been my go to training partner in my personal running journey and how I supported my Disney Dopey Challenge training and recovery!
 
Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your first order! 
 
Connect with Dr. Duane:
- Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner
- Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community
- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
- duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com
- www.sparkhealthyrunner.com
Listen & Subscribe:
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