Season 1 Episode 6 of Running to the Castle Podcast w/ Dr. Ali Marty

Changing Your Running Gait

• Discussion on how to change your running gait to prevent injury.

• For Injury-prone Disney Runners aiming for magical miles.

Importance of Gait Modification

• Emphasize the need for efficiency in running gait.

Recommended Gait Change

• Explanation of the recommended change: Keep feet underneath hips.

• Contrast between previous and recommended running styles.

• Visual cues to identify the current running gait.

Physics and Biomechanics

• Discussion on equal and opposite reactions in running biomechanics.

Impact on Joints and Muscles

• Impact of gait on joint health.

• Contrast between heel striking and landing on toes.

• Analysis of muscle activation in different landing scenarios.

Injury Prevention Strategies

• Focus on minimizing impact on joints, especially knees.

• Discussion on how gait modification can prevent knee injuries.

• Emphasis on the role of shoes in impact absorption.

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