Movaia Running Podcast

Movaia.com Running Form Analysis

Join us as we explore the science of becoming a better runner. Seasoned marathoner or beginner, we've got you covered with expert tips and insights. Discover: Preventing and Managing Running Injuries: Gain valuable knowledge on how to stay healthy and recover quickly. Perfecting Your Running Form: Learn the mechanics that can make you more efficient and injury-free. Training & Exercises: Tips you can implement today to become a better runner.

Episodes

  1. 12/22/2025

    A Running Form Analysis of Jacob Kiplimo: Deconstructing the World’s Fastest Half-Marathoner

    What can we learn from the fastest half-marathoner in history? In this episode, Movaia founder Thomas Butter is joined by physiotherapist and running coach JP Gloria for a technical deep dive into the running mechanics of Jacob Kiplimo. Kiplimo isn't just fast; he holds the Half Marathon World Record (57:31). But does he run "perfectly"? We analyze race footage and training clips to separate the myths from the mechanics that actually matter for runners of all levels. In this episode, we cover: The Arm Carriage Debate: Why Kiplimo’s high hands contradict traditional coaching advice.Cadence Breakdown: How a 186 spm cadence impacts efficiency and ground contact time.The "Quad Dominance" Myth: Why relying on your quads isn't the enemy you think it is.Trail vs. Road Mechanics: How terrain dictates foot placement and crossover gait.Actionable Tips: How to apply elite principles to your daily training without forcing a stride that doesn't fit you.🔗 Links & Resources: Read the full transcript & see the video analysis: movaia.com/blog/jacob-kiplimo-analysisGet a Movaia Running Form Analysis: movaia.comFollow JP Gloria on Instagram: @jpgloria.dptFollow Jacob Kiplimo: @jacob_kiplimoConnect with Movaia: Instagram: MovaiaOfficialYouTube: Movaia Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction: Who is Jacob Kiplimo?(02:15) Initial Impressions: "Bouncy" but efficient(05:30) The Arm Swing: Why 90 degrees is a myth(12:45) Cadence Analysis: The magic of 186 spm(18:20) Footstrike & Mechanics: The role of the quads(24:10) Trail Running Context: Why he crosses over(30:00) Key Takeaways for Amateur Runners Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

    35 min
  2. 03/31/2025

    Conquering Plantar Fasciitis: A Runner's Guide

    In this episode of the Movaia Running Podcast, Movaia's founder Thomas Butter and physiotherapist JP Gloria delve into the common running injury known as plantar fasciitis. They discuss its nature, symptoms, risk factors, and effective management strategies. The episode concludes with practical advice for runners on how to navigate plantar fasciitis and maintain their running health. Go her for more on plantar fasciitis and videos of exercises to prevent plantar fasciitis: https://movaia.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-plantar-fasciitis-for-runners/ Get your own running form analysis to see if running form could be a reason for knee pain: ⁠https://movaia.com⁠ More from DPT JP Gloria: Youtube: ⁠ @JPGloria ⁠ Instagram: ⁠jpgloria.dpt⁠ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Plantar Fasciitis 01:58 Understanding Plantar Fasciitis 04:02 Diagnosing Plantar Fasciitis 05:40 Risk Factors and Causes 07:31 Prevention Strategies 09:03 Managing Existing Pain 10:52 When to Seek Professional Help 12:44 Treatment Options and Interventions 14:48 Running with Plantar Fasciitis 16:47 Criteria for Recovery 18:28 Navigating Plantar Fasciitis: A Case Study 23:02 Pain Management and Recovery Guidelines 28:55 Exploring Treatment Options: Boots and Shockwave Therapy 31:56 Collaboration Between Coaches and Physiotherapists 33:39 The Role of Warm-Up and Cool-Down in Recovery 36:07 Final Thoughts on Resilience and Injury Prevention 37:39 Outro.mp4 Keywords plantar fasciitis, running injuries, physiotherapy, injury prevention, rehabilitation, running form, foot health, sports medicine, plantar fasciopathy, treatment options

    38 min

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Join us as we explore the science of becoming a better runner. Seasoned marathoner or beginner, we've got you covered with expert tips and insights. Discover: Preventing and Managing Running Injuries: Gain valuable knowledge on how to stay healthy and recover quickly. Perfecting Your Running Form: Learn the mechanics that can make you more efficient and injury-free. Training & Exercises: Tips you can implement today to become a better runner.