Doctors of Running Podcast

• #269 Mailbag! Is Heel Drop a Lie? Toe Numbness? Our 2025 Shoe Rotation?

  It's time for a mailbag round where we dig through our emails and DMs to answer your questions! Matt & David team up to tackle questions about heel drop, stable-neutral speed shoes, treadmill shoes, how they'd build a rotation, and more. Want your question answered on the next mailbag? Email us at [email protected] your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.comLEVER Movement⁠ is portable and effective body weight support systems. Our products, including the LEVER System that allow users to reduce their effective body weight during exercise ( from 0 to 45 pounds off). This reduction is achieved through our bungee system that redistribute a portion of the user’s body weight, making exercises less strenuous and more manageable. LEVER Movement is committed to revolutionizing the way you train and recover, providing you with the tools to achieve your fitness goals with greater confidence and reduced risk. Chapters0:00 - Intro1:32 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs8:40 - Is the stated heel drop the same no matter the size of the shoe?12:00 - Shoe suggestions with a heel rocker, but mild forefoot rocker17:30 - Shoe & exercise options for toe flexor pain22:48 - Toe numbness in Vomero Plus26:30 - Book recommendations30:08 - Wide options similar to the original Saucony Tempus36:16 - Choosing shoes for treadmill running39:46 - How would you build a 3, 2 or 1 shoe rotation?48:26 - Wrap-up

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• #268 We Rank Our Top 5 Shoes of 2025

  It's that time of year! We get the whole team, Nathan, Andrea, Matt, and David, together to round up our favorite shoes of the year. This time we're doing things a little differently for the pod: no categories, just favorites. We list out our straight-up favorite shoes that released in 2025 and tell you why we love them so much. We'd love to know what's on your list! Email us at [email protected] your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! Visit https://www.skratchlabs.comThis episode is sponsored by RunDNA. We love the Certified Endurance Running Course, designed for anyone that wants to deepen their understanding of running and training. It’s not only deeply scientific, but also practical and applicable. Over 10,000 people around the world have enjoyed this course. If you want to check it out, go to RunDNA.com and use code DOR20 to get 20% off.Chapters0:00 - Intro3:31 - In for Testing: powered by Skratch Labs15:27 - #5 shoe of the year26:17 - #438:18 - #349:36 - #21:06:24 - #1 Favorite shoe of the year1:26:10 - Wrap-up

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• #267 Can We Blame Super Shoes for Overuse Injuries?

  Matt is joined by a familiar face this week as Saucony’s Senior Performance Engineer Cory Hofmann joins for a discussion about super shoes. Matt and Cory debate whether this unique footwear is the cause of overuse injuries among runners in recent years. Hear what both sides have to say on this issue and let us know what you think in the comments or at [email protected] your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.comLEVER Movement⁠ is portable and effective body weight support systems. Our products, including the LEVER System that allow users to reduce their effective body weight during exercise ( from 0 to 45 pounds off). This reduction is achieved through our bungee system that redistribute a portion of the user’s body weight, making exercises less strenuous and more manageable. LEVER Movement is committed to revolutionizing the way you train and recover, providing you with the tools to achieve your fitness goals with greater confidence and reduced risk. https://levermovement.comChapters0:00 - Intro4:11 - An overview of Cory's article on injury risk & running in super shoes6:35 - A 2023 study on bone-stress injuries when running in carbon-plated shoes12:49 - What is "advanced footwear technology"?18:57 - Does footwear influence stress injuries?24:19 - A study on foot movement while running in super shoes30:45 - How can we summarize the injury effect of super shoes?39:33 - How do super shoes impact training load?49:10 - How can we be cautious not to overtrain?53:43 - Can we train all the time in super shoes?1:01:19 - Wrap-up

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• #266 Do Not Make These Offseason Running Mistakes

  It's critical to take time off after a big training block, but as runners it can be hard to convince ourselves to do it. Nathan and Andrea team up to talk all things offseason and base building to help you plan how to build back stronger after your latest training. They give you their favorite strategies and tips as coaches on how to effectively recover, incorporate strength-training, and plan for the next big race. Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! Visit ⁠https://www.skratchlabs.com⁠LEVER Movement⁠ is portable and effective body weight support systems. Our products, including the LEVER System that allow users to reduce their effective body weight during exercise ( from 0 to 45 pounds off). This reduction is achieved through our bungee system that redistribute a portion of the user’s body weight, making exercises less strenuous and more manageable. LEVER Movement is committed to revolutionizing the way you train and recover, providing you with the tools to achieve your fitness goals with greater confidence and reduced risk. Visit ⁠https://levermovement.com⁠.Chapters0:00 - Intro1:56 - In for Testing: powered by Skratch Labs17:40 - Our current favorite winter gear25:34 - What does an offseason look like?35:56 - You actually have to take time off running41:12 - Offseasons are the time to change things up44:22 - Reflect & plan50:16 - Have a consistent weight-lifting routine54:44 - How to get started lifting57:26 - When's the best time to lift?58:42 - Add plyometrics1:01:50 - The offseason is the time to pain & injuries1:08:04 - Wrap-up

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• #265 The Best/Worst Things Each Running Shoe Company Does

  On this episode we've got a bit of a spinoff of our buy/sell format where Matt & David break down what each running shoe brand does best and worst. They take a broad look at what each company offers across their lineups, talk about their most & least favorite shoes from each, talk innovation, and more. We want to hear from you! What's your favorite brand? What do you think each company does best? Email us at [email protected] your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! Visit https://www.skratchlabs.comLEVER Movement⁠ is portable and effective body weight support systems. Our products, including the LEVER System that allow users to reduce their effective body weight during exercise ( from 0 to 45 pounds off). This reduction is achieved through our bungee system that redistribute a portion of the user’s body weight, making exercises less strenuous and more manageable. LEVER Movement is committed to revolutionizing the way you train and recover, providing you with the tools to achieve your fitness goals with greater confidence and reduced risk. Visit https://levermovement.com.Chapters0:00 - Intro1:44 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs9:00 - The Best & Worst things Nike does18:54 - Brooks27:12 - Hoka34:38 - Asics43:16 - On1:51:22 - Adidas1:00:52 - Puma1:06:34 - Mizuno1:13:36 - Saucony1:19:12 - New Balance1:23:50 - Wrap-up

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