195. Stress Fractures and Bone Health in Runners
Bone health isn’t just a concern for older adults, it’s a critical part of performance and injury prevention for every runner. In this episode, Lydia shares her personal experience with a current tibial bone stress injury and speak on the science of boney injuries, risk factors, management, prevention and bone health.
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Whether you're dealing with a bone injury, working with athletes, or just curious about keeping your skeleton strong—this one's packed with insights.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction to Bone Stress Injuries
02:32 Understanding Bone Stress and Stress Fractures
05:06 Personal Experience with Bone Stress Injury
07:50 Symptoms and Diagnosis of Bone Stress Injuries
10:49 The Importance of Early Intervention
13:29 The Dynamics of Bone Health
16:11 The Role of Osteoclasts and Osteoblasts
19:00 Adapting Bone Health Through Activity
26:06 Understanding Bone Healing and Density
29:59 The Impact of Energy Deficiency in Sports
34:33 Differentiating Bone Stress Injuries
40:34 Factors Leading to Bone Stress Injuries
46:05 Exploring Osteopenia and Its Implications
51:19 Understanding Osteopenia and Bone Density
53:51 The Role of Exercise in Bone Health
01:01:21 Principles of Bone Adaptation
01:10:59 Managing Bone Stress Injuries
01:14:17 New Chapter
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