Published Oct 19, 2023

s3/e39 Your Knees & Running PART 2 with Dr. Lauren LaPierre, DPT (@thepersonalizedrunningdoc)

Dr. Lauren LaPierre joins Elisabeth Scott to unravel the science of knee mechanics in runners, delve into strength training's role in optimizing performance, and share expert tips on managing recovery and nutrition to prevent injuries and enhance endurance. Discover how to strike a balance between rigorous training and daily life while maintaining peak knee health.

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- Why is strength training important?
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- What are the benefits of strength training?
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- How can I prevent overtraining?
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- How many days a week should I strength train?
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- How to build endurance
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- How long does it take to build muscle?
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- How can I maintain workout consistency?
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- How can I prevent running injuries?
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- What are the best hamstring exercises?
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- How can I recover from overtraining?
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- How can a program prevent overtraining?
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- How can I focus on strength training?
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- How to build a strong running body
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- Am I overtraining?
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- How do you recover from burnout?
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s3/e39 Your Knees & Running PART 2 with Dr. Lauren LaPierre, DPT (@thepersonalizedrunningdoc)

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Strength Training for Runners

Balancing Training and Life

Maximizing Strength Training

Building Strength

Proactive Habits

Understanding Running Injuries

Building Strength Progression

Fueling and Recovery

Strengthening for Runners

The Time it Takes

Building Strong Knees

Maximizing Muscle Activation

Overcoming Running Injuries

Overcoming Running Injuries

Understanding Knee Training

Questions from this episode

Why is strength training important?

What are the benefits of strength training?

How can I prevent overtraining?

How many days a week should I strength train?

How to build endurance

How long does it take to build muscle?

How can I maintain workout consistency?

How can I prevent running injuries?

What are the best hamstring exercises?

How can I recover from overtraining?

How can a program prevent overtraining?

How can I focus on strength training?

How to build a strong running body

Am I overtraining?

How do you recover from burnout?

Episode Highlights

Strength Training

Running and Recovery

Knee Mechanics

s3/e39 Your Knees & Running PART 2 with Dr. Lauren LaPierre, DPT (@thepersonalizedrunningdoc)

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Questions from this episode

Episode Highlights

Strength TrainingDr. Lauren LaPierre explores the integration of strength training into running routines, emphasizing the importance of balance and gradual progression. She provides insights into specific exercises and muscle activation techniques to enhance running performance.

Strength Training

Running and Recovery

Knee MechanicsDr. Lauren LaPierre, a physical therapist and running coach, explores the intricacies of knee health in runners. She addresses common misconceptions and provides insights into effective strategies for preventing knee injuries and enhancing performance.

Knee Mechanics