Latest Adamschwerdt Podcast Episodes
MSP 28: Things PTs Need to Stop Telling Patients - with Dr. Lisa Zagorski
Making Strides Podcast - February 16, 2024 18:29 - 36 minutesIn 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 b...
Episode 27: The Iron Equation: Labs, Supplements, and Stories with Katie Kissane
Making Strides Podcast - November 22, 2023 16:01 - 50 minutesIn 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 anemi...
Episode 26: Expert Tips on Getting Faster, Strength Training, and More
Making Strides Podcast - October 27, 2023 15:33 - 36 minutesIn 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 ...
Episode 25: Fueling the Fire: Navigating Fasting and Nutrition with Jenna Moore, RD
Making Strides Podcast - August 13, 2023 16:18 - 1 hourIn 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 Supp...
Episode 24: When and How Should you Return to Training Post-Race?
Making Strides Podcast - February 09, 2023 16:54 - 35 minutesIn 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. Specifical...
Episode 23: Rehab from Fractures, and Distance/Pace vs.Time/Effort-Based Training
Making Strides Podcast - January 14, 2023 21:43 - 55 minutesIn 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...
Episode 22: Weather and Training with Atmospheric Scientist Brad Wells
Making Strides Podcast - August 31, 2022 13:10 - 1 hourIn 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 an...
Episode 21: Weather and Training with Atmospheric Scientist Brad Wells
Making Strides Podcast - August 31, 2022 13:10 - 1 hourIn 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 an...
Episode 21: Strength Training for Runners - Part 3
Making Strides Podcast - May 28, 2022 19:23 - 34 minutesIn 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 interval...
Episode 20: Strength Training for Runners - Part 2
Making Strides Podcast - March 28, 2022 19:40 - 1 hourIn 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 19: Strength Training for Runners - Part 1
Making Strides Podcast - February 08, 2022 14:38 - 38 minutesIn 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 f...
Episode 18: Fostering Lifelong Running with Nick Clark
Making Strides Podcast - January 25, 2022 22:44 - 41 minutesIn 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 co...
Episode 17: Talking Pelvic and Women's Health with Dr. Emily Schwerdt
Making Strides Podcast - October 16, 2021 21:21 - 52 minutes0:42 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 join...
Episode 16: Why Suffer?
Making Strides Podcast - August 28, 2021 18:55 - 8 minutesThis 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 runn...
Episode 15: Postpartum Return to Running with Dr. Danielle Kroot
Making Strides Podcast - April 29, 2021 17:39 - 56 minutesIn 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 ...
Episode 14: Self-Honesty in Your Training
Making Strides Podcast - March 20, 2021 22:17 - 9 minutesThis 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 mo...
Episode 13: Things to Stop Telling Runners - with guest Stephanie Mundt
Making Strides Podcast - February 23, 2021 13:57 - 53 minutesIn 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,...
Episode 13: Things to Stop Telling Runners with guest Stephanie Mundt
Making Strides Podcast - February 23, 2021 13:57 - 53 minutesIn 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,...
Episode 12: Q&A! Answering listener questions on NYE!
Making Strides Podcast - January 01, 2021 02:20 - 36 minutesToday 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. --- ...
Episode 11: Accountability as a Runner with Regard to the "Performance-Injury Paradox"
Making Strides Podcast - November 30, 2020 01:55 - 10 minutesThis 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
Making Strides Podcast - October 28, 2020 13:38 - 1 hourIn 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...
Episode 9: Road vs. Trail Shoes
Making Strides Podcast - September 26, 2020 21:36 - 46 minutesIn 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. Additiona...
Episode 8: Navigating Your Training Through COVID-19
Making Strides Podcast - August 22, 2020 22:54 - 28 minutesIn 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 communit...
Episode 7: DNF - A New Perspective
Making Strides Podcast - July 21, 2020 13:12 - 16 minutesThis 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 th...
Episode 6: Test it! Don’t guess.
Making Strides Podcast - July 20, 2020 01:47 - 10 minutesThis 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...
Episode 5: The Fundamentals of Progressing Your Running
Making Strides Podcast - July 20, 2020 01:44 - 1 hourOn 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 detai...
Episode 4: The Shoe Struggle - Over-complicated and Outdated
Making Strides Podcast - May 27, 2020 22:09 - 40 minutesJoin 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 typ...
Episode 3: Reflecting on Injuries Past - What Would We Do Differently?
Making Strides Podcast - May 01, 2020 18:37 - 29 minutesWow! 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 tr...
Episode 2: Strains, Speed Work, Cycling, Shin Splints and More! ...The Pitfalls of Seeking Advice on Social Media
Making Strides Podcast - April 15, 2020 23:02 - 24 minutesIn 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-inten...
Episode 1: Who are we? As professionals and as runners...
Making Strides Podcast - April 14, 2020 23:51 - 19 minutesIn 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 a...
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