Doctors of Running Podcast

Doctors of Running
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We are Doctors of Running, a group of doctors of physical therapy all working to provide you all with information about the art and science of running and what we are putting on our feet. In this podcast we will be giving evidence-based deep dives into running related topics as well as detailed running shoe reviews. You can also check us out at our website -- doctorsofrunning.com, and on social media @doctorsofrunning To help us continue to produce content for you all, consider joining our support team: https://anchor.fm/doctors-of-running/support

  1. 1d ago

    #317 Mailbag! What Do We Think About Influencers at Marathons? Do Weighted Vests Help with Training?

    Nathan, Matt, and David open the mailbag to answer your questions: what do they think about sponsor entries and influencers at major marathons, and about cheating and false times? They also take on weighted vests in a running routine, shoe picks for hilly walking and sesamoiditis, and whether a shoe can be "too" stable. Want your question on the next episode? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com! Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SPOOKYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com. Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com Chapters 0:00 - Intro1:14 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs24:08 - Best shoes for hilly walking28:04 - Best lightweight running shoes with sesamoiditis37:14 - Thoughts on sponsor exemptions and cheating in major marathons47:34 - Incorporating walking with weighted vests into a running routine51:22 - Can a shoe be "too" stable for you?53:20 - Wrap-up

  2. Oct 21

    #316 Are Ultra Max Cushion Shoes the New Norm?

    Nathan, Matt, and David dig into a fast-growing new category of super-tall, super-cushioned trainers, not necessarily made for speed but for comfort cruising. Is it a real category? Who is it actually good for, and is it worth $200+? They put eight of these shoes into a randomized bracket, including the ASICS Slowcush, Nike Vomero Premium, and Saucony Paramount Max, to see which one comes out on top. Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SPOOKYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com. Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com Chapters 0:00 - Intro2:52 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs22:36 - Breaking down a new category of shoe: ultra-max cushion35:06 - Are these "good" for us?39:32 - Bracketology40:58 - Mizuno Sky Prime vs. Nike Vomero Premium43:44 - ASICS Slowcush vs Adidas Hyperboost Edge47:02 - Hoka Skyward X2 vs. Saucony Paramount Max50:14 - Puma Magmax 2 vs. On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper52:24 - Semifinals55:10 - The Final57:44 - Wrap-up

  3. Oct 14

    #315 We Debate Every Recovery Tool for Runners

    Matt and Andrea tackle a question we get all the time: how do I recover faster? Are all those things we see on our algorithms helping or hurting us? Muscle scrapers, massage guns, compression, you name it, you can buy it. Are they placebos or the real deal? Want your buy/sell proposition on the next episode? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com! Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SPOOKYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com. Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com Chapters 0:00 - Intro4:24 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs19:22 - Recovery 10127:00 - Buy or sell: muscle scrapers31:02 - Compression clothing35:10 - Recovery runs38:52 - Foam rolling40:44 - Percussion massagers42:12 - Optimizing your training for recovery & consistency53:40 - Supplements57:16 - Is sleep the single most important factor?59:06 - Post-run stretching1:05:02 - Closing thoughts

  4. Oct 7

    #314 2026 Super Shoe Roundup

    Nathan, Matt, and David take a look back at the 2026 super shoe class so far, comparing and contrasting new releases like the Tyr Valkyrie Elite 2, Nike Alphafly 4, Adidas Adios Pro 5, and others each take a different approach. They also dig into what really determines how a super shoe performs or feels, and how smaller brands are approaching their first entries into the category. Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SPOOKYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com. Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com Chapters 0:00 - Intro1:28 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs26:48 - 2026 Super Shoe roundup28:08 - Tyr Valkyrie Elite 234:02 - What determines super shoe performance or feel? Raw pace or effort?36:54 - Nike Alphafly 443:58 - Adidas Adios Pro 554:16 - Topo Specter Elite56:46 - Skechers Aero Elite1:07:16 - The approach smaller brands are taking towards super shoes1:16:08 - Wrap-up

  5. Sep 30

    #313 This or That? Nonplated vs Plated 2026 Shoes? Versatile vs. Specific Footwear? Soft or Firm for Long Runs?

    David and Andrea run through a new round of This or That, They weigh the Sonicblast 2 against the SC Rebel, debate non-plated versus plated performance trainers, and take sides on specific-task versus versatile footwear. Also, what's better: recovery runs or long walks? Liquids or gels during long runs? And much more. Want your ideas on the next This or That? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com. Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORSEPT10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com. Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com Chapters 0:00 - Intro1:04 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs15:52 - This or That? Sonicblast 2 or SC Rebel?23:00 - Non-plated or plated 2026 performance trainers?32:00 - Specific-task shoes or versatile shoes?41:10 - Recovery run or long walk?52:48 - More outsole for durability or less outsole for less weight?57:14 - Liquids or gels during long runs?59:30 - Cucumber lime or watermelon Skratch?1:02:54 - Soft or firm midsoles for long runs?1:09:30 - Wrap-up

  6. Sep 22

    #312 How Adidas Developed the New Adios Pro 5

    Matt sits down with Stephan Scholten, adidas' Global Vice President of Product, for an inside look at the development of the Adios Pro 5. Scholten walks through what's new in Adidas's popular racer — from the Energy Rim and updated geometry to changes in the Lightstrike Pro midsole, outsole traction, and upper. Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORSEPT10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com. Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com Chapters 0:00 - Intro 0:50 - Overview of the new elements of the Adios Pro 5 3:14 - What does the new energy rim bring to the shoe? 6:14 - How has the geometry changed? 7:48 - How has the midsole changed? 11:24 - How they improved the outsole traction 15:48 - Durability testing 20:32 - How have Adidas athletes responded to the shoe? 22:12 - Upper changes 25:28 - Big lessons Adidas has learned from their new racing shoes 30:22 - The future of the Adizero line 31:14 - Wrap-up

  7. Sep 16

    #311 Mailbag! Do Height and Weight Influence Shoes? Tempus 2 Replacement? Drawbacks to Having Only One Shoe?

    David and Matt dig into the mailbag, covering whether there are any drawbacks to running in just one shoe, advice on managing ligament injuries, and how height and weight influence the way runners interact with their footwear. They also field questions on shoe choices for HIIT and hybrid training, whether high-drop shoes still have a place, and recommendations for replacing the Saucony Tempus 2. Want your mailbag question on the next episode? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com! Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORSEPT10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com. Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com Chapters 0:00 - Intro 1:44 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs 22:08 - Are there any drawbacks to only running in one shoe? 26:32 - Any advice on managing ligament injuries? 29:12 - How does our height and weight impact how we interact with shoes? 34:48 - What shoes should I use for HIIT/hybrid training? 39:16 - Are high (8-12mm) drop shoes still ok? 44:08 - Recommendations for replacing the Saucony Tempus 2 50:04 - Wrap-up

  8. Sep 9

    #310 We Rank Our 5 Performance Trainers: Does Fit Matter More than Midsoles?

    What's more important: fit or performance? Nathan, Matt, and David rank five performance trainers based on fit, then weight in on how fit and performance work together to better help you figure out what shoes work best for you. Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORSEPT10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com. Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com Chapters 0:00 - Intro6:58 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs37:58 - Ranking five shoes by fit39:46 - #544:18 - #445:58 - #350:34 - #255:06 - #158:10 - How do fit and performance work together?1:05:24 - Wrap-up

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We are Doctors of Running, a group of doctors of physical therapy all working to provide you all with information about the art and science of running and what we are putting on our feet. In this podcast we will be giving evidence-based deep dives into running related topics as well as detailed running shoe reviews. You can also check us out at our website -- doctorsofrunning.com, and on social media @doctorsofrunning To help us continue to produce content for you all, consider joining our support team: https://anchor.fm/doctors-of-running/support

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  • Creator
    Doctors of Running
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    331
  • Rating
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    © Doctors of Running
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    Doctors of Running Podcast

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