Making Strides Podcast
30 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago -Actionable and evidence-based running rehab and performance advice from doctors of physical therapy and running-specialists, AJ Cohen and Adam Schwerdt. This podcast offers answers to the most misinterpreted questions in the running rehab and performance world. Whether injured or looking for ways to maximize your performance, this podcast will prove invaluable to all runners looking to enjoy and maximize their running experience for decades to come.
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MSP 28: Things PTs Need to Stop Telling Patients - with Dr. Lisa Zagorski
February 16, 2024 18:29 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast, AJ chats with Lisa Zagorski, PT, DPT, OCS to talk about "Things PTs Need to Stop Telling Patients". Here are some of the things we talked about: You need to STOP doing XYZ activity. (without offering or trying modifications first) Your XYZ hurts because your XYZ is weak. Your XYZ hurts because your XYZ [enter biomechanical reason]. You need to do some complicated warm-up or muscle activation. XYZ exercise is inherently bad for you. Eccentr...
Episode 27: The Iron Equation: Labs, Supplements, and Stories with Katie Kissane
November 22, 2023 16:01 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast, AJ and Adam sit down with registered dietician, Katie Kissane to talk about iron for endurance athletes. Check it out! —— 5:00 Katie’s story and journey into dietetics 12:00 Supplementing without prior testing 14:30 AJ’s story of being anemic 15:30 Sex difference with anemia and definitions 19:45 AJ’s crazy supplement protocol 26:00 Inhibitors of absorption 30:15 What Iron does 37:00 Labs for athletes vs general population 41...
Episode 26: Expert Tips on Getting Faster, Strength Training, and More
October 27, 2023 15:33 - 36 minutes - 33 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast, AJ and Adam answer some questions submitted by listeners and a few gathered from social media. Topics include strength work for runners and rehab, priorities, cramping, and getting faster. Check it out! 3:00 Strength training for the upper body 10:25 Patellofemoral pain exercise selection 18:45 What would you do if life granted you an extra hour per week? 22:20 What to do about cramping? 25: 50 How to get faster running. 33:15 Longes...
Episode 25: Fueling the Fire: Navigating Fasting and Nutrition with Jenna Moore, RD
August 13, 2023 16:18 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast, AJ and Adam talk to Jenna Moore, RD, CSSD about a number of hot topics in the nutrition/fueling world for endurance athletes. —— 6:00 What is fasting? 8:45 Breaking down Jenna’s 30day fast 12:15 Sugar dependencies and cravings 15:00 Supporting tissue growth with nutrition 18:30 Fats for energy 26:45 Rock climbing nutrition 32:15 Time it takes for nutrient utilization 42:00 Keto talk 46:45 Menstrual cycles in fasting 51:40...
Episode 24: When and How Should you Return to Training Post-Race?
February 09, 2023 16:54 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast, AJ and Adam talk about another common question they get asked. When and how do you return to training post-race? They close out the episode by discussing the ever-important question of how long should your long run be leading into a race. Specifically, one of Adam’s coaching clients is used as an example as they are approaching a 60k race. Enjoy! --- 4:00 Returning to training post race 13:00 Return to run timeframes for marathon-ultra ...
Episode 23: Rehab from Fractures, and Distance/Pace vs.Time/Effort-Based Training
January 14, 2023 21:43 - 55 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast, AJ and Adam talk have a great conversation with a number of great takeaways to help you while injured and facilitate better training for performance. Adam recently fractured his ankle so that was discussed as well as the rehab to follow with several considerations that are often missed by health care professionals. They close out the episode by talking about programming in minutes vs miles and utilizing heart rate. Enjoy! ___ 2:00 Adam’s ank...
Episode 22: Weather and Training with Atmospheric Scientist Brad Wells
August 31, 2022 13:10 - 1 hour - 59 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast AJ and Adam talk to Brad Wells. He studied atmospheric science at CSU and works in meteorology. Naturally, they discussed all things weather so that you can best know what is coming your way and prepare. Also discussed, are the infamous inversions and how accurate our watches are at measuring altitude and incoming storms. 8:00 Accuracy of extended forecasts 11:30 The best places to find forecasts 19:20 Specifics to look at so you can prepar...
Episode 21: Weather and Training with Atmospheric Scientist Brad Wells
August 31, 2022 13:10 - 1 hour - 59 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast AJ and Adam talk to Brad Wells. He studied atmospheric science at CSU and works in meteorology. Naturally, they discussed all things weather so that you can best know what is coming your way and prepare. Also discussed, are the infamous inversions and how accurate our watches are at measuring altitude and incoming storms. 8:00 Accuracy of extended forecasts 11:30 The best places to find forecasts 19:20 Specifics to look at so you can prepar...
Episode 21: Strength Training for Runners - Part 3
May 28, 2022 19:23 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast AJ and Adam close out their series on strength training for runners by answering questions fielded from their listeners. Questions revolve around: -Our thoughts on rest -Soleus injury rehab -Upper body training for runners -Combining intervals and strength work -"Mountain Legs" routine -Blood flow restriction training —— 2:45 Implementing ST while prioritizing rest 7:00 Exercises for soleus injuries 12:20 Benefits of upper bod...
Episode 20: Strength Training for Runners - Part 2
March 28, 2022 19:40 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast AJ and Adam sit down to discuss programming considerations revolving around strength training (ST) for runners. This is part 2 of a multi-episode series in an attempt to keep them in smaller bite-sized pieces so you can begin taking action after each episode for better, stronger running. In this episode they discuss… -ST in-season vs off-season -Where in your week to ST -Our favorite and least favorite exercises -Exercises for the most im...
Episode 19: Strength Training for Runners - Part 1
February 08, 2022 14:38 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast, AJ and Adam sit down to begin a discussion revolving around strength training for runners. This will be part of a multi-episode series in an attempt to keep them in smaller bite-sized pieces. This way you can begin taking action after each episode for better, stronger running. In this episode, they discuss: - what is and isn't "strength training" - variables to manipulate for continued progress - how strong you need to be - the benefits ...
Episode 18: Fostering Lifelong Running with Nick Clark
January 25, 2022 22:44 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast AJ and Adam sit down with Nick Clark to discuss developing a lifelong relationship with running. Nick has been at the top of the game in the ultra world, runs the Gnar Runners (race organization in the northern Colorado area), and has been running consistently for decades. He brings a wealth of knowledge and perspective with his history and involvement in the running community. He also has a son who is very much into running, so we get to talk ab...
Episode 17: Talking Pelvic and Women's Health with Dr. Emily Schwerdt
October 16, 2021 21:21 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB0:42 What is the pelvic floor and pelvic PT? 6:40 What would indicate a need for pelvic PT 11:45 Emily's soap box on Kegels 18:20 Leaking during races. Ok? 25:00 The internal exam 31:40 Fitness and missed periods 36:00 Birth control In episode 17 of the MSP AJ and Adam are joined by Adam's wife, Emily Schwerdt. She is a pelvic PT at Ascend Physical Therapy in Colorado Springs, CO. This episode touches on very important topics related to women's health that are often pushed ...
Episode 16: Why Suffer?
August 28, 2021 18:55 - 8 minutes - 8.03 MBThis is a Solo Strides episode with Dr. AJ Cohen, talking about the reasons and motivations for running trail and ultra adventures and races. "Tired, dehydrated, nauseous, feet hurt, legs hurt, fall down, get back up, bleeding, blurry vision. These are the things we feel as mountain-ultra runners shortly after every time we tie our laces and slip out onto those serene trails. What drives us to suffer at that intensity, go home, recover, and then crave it again the next morning?..." From ...
Episode 15: Postpartum Return to Running with Dr. Danielle Kroot
April 29, 2021 17:39 - 56 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode, AJ and Adam are joined by PT and coach Danielle Kroot. She is the owner of Starting Line Run Studio which is Maine's first run studio! Nearing the end of her own pregnancy, she’s been largely underwhelmed by the information out there about returning to running postpartum so she partnered with a postpartum exercise specialist to create a program and fill the void to help women get back to running postpartum. AJ and Adam sit down with Danielle to talk about her journey, the pr...
Episode 14: Self-Honesty in Your Training
March 20, 2021 22:17 - 9 minutes - 13.4 MBThis is a Solo Strides episode with Dr. Adam Schwerdt. Adam sits down to talk about a key component in training for the runner or any athlete for that matter. To make training work optimally for you, you have to work hard and push the body. However, there is another component that may be even more important. Self-honesty! Being self-honest with yourself engenders long term health, continued performance gains, and makes training more sustainable. Let's talk about it!
Episode 13: Things to Stop Telling Runners - with guest Stephanie Mundt
February 23, 2021 13:57 - 53 minutes - 34.9 MBIn episode 13 of the MSP AJ and Adam are joined by PT and coach Stephanie Mundt. She is the owner of Volante Physical Therapy and Performance in Scottsdale, Az. Steph has been putting out a great series of Instagram posts surrounding various things runners are told that are not only often wrong, but harmful to the future of these runners. It’s a great conversation so buckle up because this one has some heavy hitters! 6:30 "Strength training will prevent injuries" 12:15 "Your knees hu...
Episode 13: Things to Stop Telling Runners with guest Stephanie Mundt
February 23, 2021 13:57 - 53 minutes - 34.9 MBIn episode 13 of the MSP AJ and Adam are joined by PT and coach Stephanie Mundt. She is the owner of Volante Physical Therapy and Performance in Scottsdale, Az. Steph has been putting out a great series of Instagram posts surrounding various things runners are told that are not only often wrong, but harmful to the future of these runners. It’s a great conversation so buckle up because this one has some heavy hitters! 6:30 "Strength training will prevent injuries" 12:15 "Your knees hu...
Episode 12: Q&A! Answering listener questions on NYE!
January 01, 2021 02:20 - 36 minutes - 32.6 MBToday we answered listener questions surrounding the topics of: Speedwork building up for and leading up to trail and ultra races. Knowing how fast to run during training. How to maintain fitness during the winter without training as much as you may have during the rest of the year. --- Record your own question to be featured on the podcast at this link. AJ's website at Up and Running Physical Therapy AJ's Instagram Up and Running PT facebook page Adam's website at RunMent...
Episode 11: Accountability as a Runner with Regard to the "Performance-Injury Paradox"
November 30, 2020 01:55 - 10 minutes - 17.9 MBThis is a Solo Strides episode with Dr. AJ Cohen, talking about accountability as a runner and what it means to toe the line between pushing your potential and getting injured. AJ's website at Up and Running Physical Therapy AJ's Instagram Up and Running PT facebook page
Episode 10: Running Intensity with Ty Mangum
October 28, 2020 13:38 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBIn this episode of The Making Strides Podcast AJ and Adam interview sports scientist and endurance coach Ty Mangum about high-intensity training. Most runners know what it is like to run hard whether it be in a workout or race, but most runners don't know how hard they should/can go or how often. What if you're a beginner rather than a seasoned runner? How might that change your approach to high intensities? What if you're on the track or in the mountains for an ultra? Each relies on differe...
Episode 9: Road vs. Trail Shoes
September 26, 2020 21:36 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast AJ and Adam discuss the various differences around trail vs road shoes. When should you make the investment to get trail shoes? Do you always need them for the trail? What makes a trail shoe a trail shoe? All of these and more are answered. Additionally, they discuss some unusual things some do with their running shoes and other helpful tips around the topic of running shoes. If you have been wondering about what type of shoes to get, this episod...
Episode 8: Navigating Your Training Through COVID-19
August 22, 2020 22:54 - 28 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast Aj and Adam have a Q and A with each other in regards to how they are navigating training for themselves, patients, and clients during the Covid-19 pandemic. How does one find enjoyment and stay motivated in the current landscape the running community is in? With gyms closed resources may be limited for strength training. Aj and Adam discuss great alternatives to help get you stronger and resilient. Schedules are crazy with work, kids, school, et...
Episode 7: DNF - A New Perspective
July 21, 2020 13:12 - 16 minutes - 10.8 MBThis is a Solo Strides Episode with Dr. AJ Cohen. A DNF, or “Did not Finish” is the scarlet letter of the ultrarunning world. Many ultrarunners dread even thinking about the possibility of not finishing a race… Some people get sick to their stomach when thinking about a past DNF… They think that they failed. But I’m here to tell you that it shouldn’t be that way. I want to share my DNF experience with you, give you my perspective on it, and see if there might be a better way we can think a...
Episode 6: Test it! Don’t guess.
July 20, 2020 01:47 - 10 minutes - 5.56 MBThis Making Strides Podcast episode is a special one. Our first Solo Strides episode! Adam sits down to talk about a recent time trial his wife did. Her expectations going into it, a brief break down of the time trial, and lessons learned from it are all discussed in this short episode. Adam's website at RunMental Adam's Instagram RunMental facebook page Email us with any questions or requests at [email protected]
Episode 5: The Fundamentals of Progressing Your Running
July 20, 2020 01:44 - 1 hour - 32.5 MBOn this episode, Dr.'s Adam Schwerdt and AJ Cohen talk about progressing your running in a safe, logical manner to help keep you healthy or get back to training. They talk about progressing as a new runner, an experienced runner, and the runner returning from injury. Discussed in depth are details around the "FDI principle" (frequency, duration, and intensity) and what changes around these factors with an injury. Does the injury matter or do the principles apply globally? Adam also talks abo...
Episode 4: The Shoe Struggle - Over-complicated and Outdated
May 27, 2020 22:09 - 40 minutes - 25 MBJoin AJ and Adam in episode 4 discussing various topics around shoes. What are they and where did they come from? Running today is much different than it was nearly a half-century ago. Why? What has changed in the landscape of running? AJ and Adam then dive into talking about the fit process typically seen to lead us into a couple of controversial topics surrounding the process. In hopes of offering some practical information, advice on selecting a shoe(s) is provided. Might not be what you ...
Episode 3: Reflecting on Injuries Past - What Would We Do Differently?
May 01, 2020 18:37 - 29 minutes - 24.2 MBWow! Episode 3 was a wealth of information. Anyone who has dealt with Achilles tendon related issues or is currently dealing with one will relate to this episode. We highly suggest giving it a listen and hope it can provide you with some insight into the direction you take with your return to training. Adam's take on dealing with this injury has certainly changed and ultimately expanded to include various considerations related to exercise selection in rehab and different training methods pr...
Episode 2: Strains, Speed Work, Cycling, Shin Splints and More! ...The Pitfalls of Seeking Advice on Social Media
April 15, 2020 23:02 - 24 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this episode of the Making Strides Podcast, Adam and AJ try to tackle various topics from social media discussions in 10sec or less. Not for the faint of heart! Most importantly the pitfalls of seeking advice for running-related issues are discussed. While it's believed everyone is well-intentioned, running-related issues are largely surrounded by a bigger picture that must be addressed. Topics surrounding strains, speed work, cycling, lack of progress, and shin splits are touched on in t...
Episode 1: Who are we? As professionals and as runners...
April 14, 2020 23:51 - 19 minutes - 25.9 MBIn episode one of the Making Strides Podcast, we wanted to give you, the listeners, an introduction to who we are and our background. We talk about our schooling and how we got into running. While Adam's is rather traditional, AJ had a very unique experience to open him up to his possibilities as a runner. Having a combined 9 years of experience, we have many patient stories that we can share. In this episode, we each share a story surrounding a success and an experience where we both had to...