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    Doctors of Running Podcast

    Doctors of Running Podcast

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    We are Doctors of Running, a group of doctors of physical therapy all working to provide you all with information about the art and science of running and what we are putting on our feet. In this podcast we will be giving evidence-based deep dives into running related topics as well as detailed running shoe reviews. You can also check us out at our website -- doctorsofrunning.com, and on social media @doctorsofrunning To help us continue to produce content for you all, consider joining our support team: https://anchor.fm/doctors-of-running/support

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    #285 Sharing Our Strength Routines, Debunking Weightlifting Myths, and What We’re Testing

    #285 Sharing Our Strength Routines, Debunking Weightlifting Myths, and What We’re Testing

    March 18, 2026
    56m

    Weightlifting: runners know it has a myriad of benefits but it can be a struggle to fit it into already full training and life schedules. Matt & Nathan are here to help. They dive into the physiology of how weightlifting actually benefits runners, and how to maximize that benefit, with tips on how to fit it into your running schedule They also discuss their current weight routines and the why behind them.

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    Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

    Chapters

    • 0:00 - Intro
    • 1:06 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
    • 27:06 - The role of weight lifting for runners
    • 31:22 - Weightlifting myths
    • 41:48 - Matt's routine
    • 48:46 - Nathan's routine
    • 55:34 - Wrap-up

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