Brian's RunPod welcomes physiotherapists Sophie and Lydia from the Stronger Stride podcast who reveal how physical rehabilitation builds both body strength and mental resilience in injured runners.
• The psychological impact of running injuries extends beyond physical pain to isolation from running communities and endorphin deprivation
• Successful rehabilitation requires patient commitment and understanding why specific exercises matter
• Physiotherapy success comes from patients following through consistently with prescribed exercises
• Effective strength training for runners should focus on 3-4 sets of 6-8 reps with relatively heavy weights
• Key strength exercises include squats, deadlifts, single-leg movements, and calf raises
• Plyometric exercises like pogo hops improve running efficiency by enhancing tendon elasticity
• Cadence adjustments (increasing steps per minute) can significantly reduce knee pain for many runners
• Running form doesn't have one "correct" style—both heel striking and forefoot running can be efficient
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