Dr John Rusin
In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Dr. John Rusin (@drjohnrusin on Instagram), a renowned physical therapist and strength coach, shares his insights on injury prevention, strength training, and the importance of recovery for athletes.
He discusses his personal journey from being a competitive athlete to becoming a coach, emphasising the mental challenges faced during injuries. John emphasises the importance of proper warm-ups, the benefits of strength training for runners, and the necessity of adequate sleep and recovery for enhancing athletic performance.
He also provides practical advice on how to navigate his comprehensive book, ‘Pain Free Performance,’ designed to help athletes train smarter and build an unbreakable body.
08:30 Introduction to Dr John Rusin
09:58 John’s Journey into Fitness and Injury Prevention
11:32 Overcoming Injuries and Mental Challenges
17:37 The Importance of Warm-ups and Injury Prevention
19:45 Rethinking Stretching and Injury Prevention Strategies
21:36 Strength Training for Runners: Frequency and Timing
24:08 Optimising Strength Training Sessions for Runners
27:54 Essential Exercises for Runners and Triathletes
30:15 Core Training for Runners
33:02 Challenges of Triathlon Training
36:30 The Importance of Recovery and Sleep
39:50 Cardio Conditioning for Runners
41:03 Foam Rolling and Stretching Techniques
47:45 Pre-Race Warm-Up Strategies
You can listen to this week’s episode of the Any Given Runday podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts or watch on YouTube
