Learn to Run with Dr. Matt Minard
by Matt Minard
Latest episode
Hip Drop: Weak Hips or Technique Issue?
Hip Drop: Weak Hips or Technique Issue?
About this podcast
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.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 34 episodes
- Hip Drop: Weak Hips or Technique Issue? · 22 min · Season 3 Episode 2In 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…
- Stop Focusing On Cadence · 29 min · Season 3 Episode 1In 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…
- Learn 2 Glide Together · 15 min · Season 2 Episode 14In 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…
- Leaning 101 · 18 min · Season 2 Episode 13Learn 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…
- Interview with Xero Shoes CEO/Co-Founder Steven Sashen · 1 h 20 min · Season 2 Episode 12Visit 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…
- How to Handle Hills & Trails · 28 min · Season 2 Episode 11What 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…
- Mechanics Analogies · 30 min · Season 2 Episode 10Analogies 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…
- Run with your Arms · 34 min · Season 2 Episode 9Are 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…
- Long Distance Running vs. Sprinting · 40 min · Season 2 Episode 8Host: 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…
- Mechanics vs Training: What's more important? · 31 min · Season 2 Episode 7Host: 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…
- Outdoor vs. Treadmill Running · 50 min · Season 2 Episode 6Host: 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…
- Running Vs. Walking: the mechanics are the same · 36 min · Season 2 Episode 5Host: 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…
- Breathing techniques for runners · 28 min · Season 2 Episode 4Host: 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…
- Should you see a physical therapist? · 1 h 4 min · Season 2 Episode 3Host: 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…
- How to get started running with Programming, Mechanics and Shoes · 45 min · Season 2 Episode 2Host: 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…
- Muscle Love 101: Tight vs Torn · 44 min · Season 2 Episode 1Host: Dr. Matt Minard Episode Summary Meet our host, Dr. Matt Minard, a Physical Therapist who enjoys both the physical and mental benefits of running but is also passionate…
- What ways your running could benefit? · 32 min · Season 1 Episode 18Host: Dr. Matt Minard Episode Summary Meet our host, Dr. Matt Minard, a Physical Therapist who enjoys both the physical and mental benefits of running but is also passionate…
- Knee Pain in Runners: 3 Causes and Corrections · 41 min · Season 1 Episode 17Host: Dr. Matt Minard Episode Summary Meet our host, Dr. Matt Minard, a Physical Therapist who enjoys both the physical and mental benefits of running but is also passionate…
- 4 Running Form Errors Causing Low Back Pain · 43 min · Season 1 Episode 16Host: Dr. Matt Minard Episode Summary Meet our host, Dr. Matt Minard, a Physical Therapist who enjoys both the physical and mental benefits of running but is also passionate…
- Runners: What part of your foot should you land on? · 26 min · Season 1 Episode 15Host: Dr. Matt Minard Episode Summary Meet our host, Dr. Matt Minard, a Physical Therapist who enjoys both the physical and mental benefits of running but is also passionate…
