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The #1 Mistake That Injures 75% of Runners, Avoid It! | Jason Fitzgerald

Floris Gierman

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In this episode, running coach and Strength Running podcast host Jason Fitzgerald shares his deep knowledge on preventing injuries, building a bulletproof body, and staying consistent in training.

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Chapters
0:00 – How to prevent running injuries and build a stronger body
0:50 – Intro: Running injuries can derail your progress, here’s how to avoid them
1:57 – LMNT Sponsorship
2:46 – How many runners get injured each year? (Surprising stats!)
5:20 – Top reasons runners get injured
7:30 – How to know when to stop or keep running through pain
12:42 – Why journaling helps you avoid injury and train smarter
14:38 – Signs your body needs rest
16:19 – Strength & mobility routines to stay injury-free
22:18 – Cross-training options that support your running goals
27:48 – Pool running: how it works and why it’s so effective
31:39 – Budget-friendly gear for strength & mobility
33:41 – Choosing the right kettlebell weight for runners
37:05 – How and when to use foam rollers effectively
44:37 – Strength training advice for runners in their 30s, 40s, 50s+
48:13 – Big takeaways from coaching elites and everyday runners
57:20 – Mental strategies for dealing with injury
1:00:57 – How to become a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete

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Learn about running and how it has a surprisingly high rate of injury, even more than American football! Jason Fitzgerald, a certified running coach, shares his personal experience with various running injuries and actionable advice for injury prevention. He highlights the importance of understanding your own blind spots for marathon training and staying healthy.

20 Comments

@FlorisGierman Creator 1 year ago (edited) Pinned

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@DWr-i8e 1 year ago

So great to hear the 2 of you together. I started running 10 years ago when I was 55 years old . Despite having run 14 marathons (usually BQ’s) and loads of other NYC races in between, I have never been injured and don’t ever feel soreness or niggles. And I am not sure why, since the only strength training I do is upper body. I think back to a video that Jason did many years ago where he said “consistency and variety” is best and that is what has been key for me- always rotate shoes, alter running routes, and terrain (including trails). And I never take too much time off running so there is no need to build back up. Just thought it would share this if it helps others.

@rickj6594 1 year ago

My favorite part is the reminder that running is not just running. Sleep, strength, yoga, flexibility, etc all support running

@TheRUNEGADEPodcastTM 1 year ago

Titans of running, podcasting and really good dudes, come together and create a can’t miss episode. My blind spot, overlooking a few of those little things: cross training, strength training … love the vibe of this conversation and such magical wisdom here. Awesome Flo and Fitz!

@erikthiel279 1 year ago

Too much, too soon, too fast. Ill remember this forever. Im signed up for my first marathon in October and Im already dealing with early stages of shin splints. I def got excited and fell victim to the 3 toos. Ill hit the stationary bike and hope i got time to heal, train, and make it to the start line. Great info!

@maccaoutdoors2889 1 year ago

"Let the run come to you,not you to the run"

@imho.303 1 year ago

Swimming is my favourite cross-training for running. Run 3-4 days and 1-2 days swimming 🙌🏾

@robinsvensson7138 9 months ago

Great video, thank you Floris!

"Too much, too soon, too fast" - undoubtedly my running nemesis ;)

@connordickey5177 1 year ago

Great podcast, Floris. Well done including all the extra definitions and other cut aways in the video. My big takeaway is the Three Too's. Too much, too fast, too soon. When I've been hurt in the past it was definitely violating one or more of those.

@jassaljs 1 year ago

Been following both of you! Good to hear some basics guidelines from the Gurus of running 👏

@CatherineSui-Miller 1 year ago

What an excellent interview with well thought out questions and articulate insights in all key aspects of running. I followed Jason’s training program for my very first majors and ran 20 minutes faster than the projected time. Everything being discussed here makes total sense and very relatable to my running journey.

@Jafajikumarlalbhai 1 year ago

Healthy and happy on the starting line was my takeaway! Such a talented all-‘round guy you are for us to sub to for coaching, podcasting, zooming, dressing, and buying LMNT and on and on. I was lucky enough to learn I didn’t do too much too soon too fast but still I quick-switched to 10 days in the bike until I found out I was not injured but rather just had a bruised metatarsal, not fractured.

@StrengthRunning 1 year ago

Thank you for this conversation, Floris! I really enjoyed it.

@woofsci 1 year ago

Quite liked this episode, thanks Floris. Loved Jason's comprehensive guide for runners to prevent injuries!

@the_humble_runner 1 year ago

Absolutely amazing episode Floris! Being injured now for 6 months with Plantar Fasciitis, this is like a breath of fresh air - a mindset, that runners injuries are just part of the game. Too much, too soon, too fast - this was exactly about me, even though I thought I had a very easy training schedule, and I thought that low heart rate training method will make me immune to injuries. I know I did not give enough time for recovery after my marathons. Thank you so much for this episode, I will continue to be attacking my recovery and rehabilitation with the same intensity and discipline like a regular training for marathons, even though I see very slow progress with lots of setbacks. I am just taking a detour to my final destination, thanks for the confidence booster with making this podcast Floris and Jason!

@bigmangobob 1 year ago (edited)

Great vid and nice to see you over 100k subscribers! Turning an injury into a training cycle possitive can be done. I've come out the other side of crosstraing only for a month and running only 30 seconds of my 21k PR. Turn the frustration into drive and push harder than prior to the injury. My favs are the eliptical and extreme incline( ~20% incline) TM walks to slogs that can be darn intense. Mentally takes effort to fight through these sessions and make running seem easy in comparison.

@danl.1604 1 year ago

I really like the pain discussion as far as sharp vs dull and what that may mean injury wise. Great discussion, as always!

@morrisg5060 1 year ago

A collaboration...yes!!!!😁

@CarmelVrabel 1 year ago

I was happy to hear Jason advocate pool running, more healthy runners need that once a week not just when one get injured.
I ran in the pool for an hr listening to my music as part of my traning in my 60's & did not get bored.