Listen in to Andy Chalmers, from Geelong Physiotherapy, for physio tips on how to improve your running. In this episode we explore the biomechanics of running to see how by manipulating these, we can achieve injury prevention, injury rehabilitation and improve running performance. Andy Chalmers is from Geelong Physiotherapy and graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Applied Science/Masters of Physiotherapy Practice. He currently works at the Western Bulldogs as a sports trainer, as well as head physiotherapist for the North Geelong Warriors (NPL). Andy has a particular interest in musculoskeletal injuries as well as orthopaedic rehabilitation, although he enjoys treating patients from all walks of life. He treats patients with a combination of manual therapy and exercise rehabilitation, in which he is a qualified Australian Strength & Conditioning Association (ASCA) level 1 coach. (0.56) What does the biomechanics of running mean? (2.03) How running biomechanics can be manipulated for injury rehabilitation (2.48) How to improve your running technique (4.16) Technique for running down hill (5.08) Warming up before running (6.51) How to cool down (7.42) Tracking your training (9.31) Running frequency (10.37) Increasing speed and distance (12.00) Strength training and running (13.17) Common running injuries (14.11) Preventing injuries (15.09) Why you might need to see a physio (15.59) What to consider when purchasing running shoes (18.18) Resources on running Useful Links Couch to 5k Running Physio https://www.running-physio.com/ At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.