Learn to Run with Dr. Matt Minard

Nov 02 2024 34 ep. 34 mins 39

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Dr. Matt Minard owns Learn 2 Run, a program that teaches runners how to run smarter, safer, and faster. He hopes this podcast will help runners improve their metrics while reducing injuries. In practice, he focuses on 3 very important aspects of running: optimizing mechanics, building a base, and increasing VO2 Max. His purpose is to help people. With a passion for human movement and fitness, he is driven to help others learn how to move their bodies strategically and efficiently to reduce the risk of injury and increase overall wellness. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-minard5/support

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Hip Drop: Weak Hips or Technique Issue?

Nov 02 2024 21 mins

In this episode, Dr. Matt Minard covers hip drop and the best method to fix it. The fix may not be what you think. Dr. Matt Minard is a physical therapist, orthopedic clinical specialist, and certified strength and conditioning specialist on a mission to help the world run safer. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-minard5/support

Stop Focusing On Cadence

Sep 18 2024 29 mins

In this episode, Dr. Matt Minard covers cadence for runners and why it's just not that important. Instead of cadence, he explains what to focus on. Dr. Matt Minard is a physical therapist, orthopedic clinical specialist, and certified strength and conditioning specialist on a mission to help the world run safer. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod

Learn 2 Glide Together

Oct 06 2023 15 mins

In this special edition episode I run you through the skill of gliding (maximizing forward momentum and movement). Listen and run with me for a 15 minute mechanics session filled with golden nuggets working on leaning and forward propulsion. This is the audio from the final mission of my newest running mechanics course, Learn 2 Glide where I strategically take you step-by-step thro

Leaning 101

Sep 23 2023 17 mins

Learn to hANKLE (lean forward hinging at the ankles) and your knees will be thankful! In this episode I answer the following questions: 1.) What is leaning? 2.) Why is leaning important while running? 3.) How does leaning change with hills? Check out my newest course, "Learn 2 Glide" for step-by-step instructions on how to lean and propel forward! --- Support this pod

Interview with Xero Shoes CEO/Co-Founder Steven Sashen

Sep 13 2023 80 mins

Visit Xero Shoes to find your foot's sole mate! Interested in running smarter, safer, and faster? Of course you are! Check out my newest online course on running mechanics- Learn 2 Glide ! It can be accessed through an app on your mobile device for convenient execution! As always thank you so much for listening and your gracious support of this brand and my mission of helping t

How to Handle Hills & Trails

Aug 05 2023 27 mins

What is the most efficient way to handle hills or trails? I will go through three modifiable actions: leaning, propelling, and cadence and how these change depending on the surface and inclination. Training Analogy Episodes: Season 1: E9-E12, E14. Season 2: E2, E6, E7 Injury Analogy Episodes: Season 1: E3, E4, E7, E16, E17. Season 2: E1, E3 Hope you enjoy this episode! Doc M@ Vis

Mechanics Analogies

Jun 23 2023 30 mins

Analogies Series: Part 1 of 3: Mechanics (Training & Injury episodes to follow). In this episode Dr. Minard correlates efficient running mechanics to baking a cake, riding a segway, skateboarding, spring shocks, and skipping a rock. ⁠⁠Join the Learn 2 Run Club⁠⁠ for training plans, mechanics education on how to run efficiently, and resources for physical therapists or r

Run with your Arms

Jun 07 2023 33 mins

Are you ready to become an arm swing expert? In this episode I go over the role of the arms with running and common inefficient swing patterns. Additionally, you'll learn a drill that you can do to help learn your most efficient arm swing. Join the Learn 2 Run Club⁠⁠ for training plans, mechanics education on how to run efficiently, and resources for physical therapists or

Long Distance Running vs. Sprinting

May 27 2023 40 mins

Host: Dr. MATT MINARD Episode Summary Dr. Matt Minard is a Physical Therapist who enjoys both the physical and mental benefits of running. In addition, he's passionate about helping others run safely. Dr. Minard breaks down the similarities and differences between long distance running and sprinting. ⁠⁠Join the Learn 2 Run Club⁠⁠ for training plans, mechanics education o

Mechanics vs Training: What's more important?

May 07 2023 31 mins

Host: Dr. MATT MINARD Episode Summary Dr. Matt Minard is a Physical Therapist who enjoys both the physical and mental benefits of running. In addition, he's passionate about helping others run safely. Dr. Minard breaks down and ranks which is more important for injury prevention: mechanics vs training. ⁠⁠Join the Learn 2 Run Club⁠⁠ for training plans, mechanics educ