Any Given Runday
#300 Dr John Rusin: Unlocking Pain Free Performance for Runners & Triathletes
17 Nov 2025
In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Dr. John Rusin (@drjohnrusin on Instagram), a renowned physical therapist and strength coach, shares his insights on injury prevention, strength training, and the importance of recovery for athletes. He discusses his personal journey from being a competitive athlete to becoming a coach, emphasising the mental challenges faced during injuries. John emphasises the importance of proper warm-ups, the benefits of strength training for runners, and the necessity of adequate sleep and recovery for enhancing athletic performance. He also provides practical advice on how to navigate his comprehensive book, 'Pain Free Performance,' designed to help athletes train smarter and build an unbreakable body.08:30 Introduction to Dr John Rusin09:58 John's Journey into Fitness and Injury Prevention11:32 Overcoming Injuries and Mental Challenges17:37 The Importance of Warm-ups and Injury Prevention19:45 Rethinking Stretching and Injury Prevention Strategies21:36 Strength Training for Runners: Frequency and Timing24:08 Optimising Strength Training Sessions for Runners27:54 Essential Exercises for Runners and Triathletes30:15 Core Training for Runners33:02 Challenges of Triathlon Training36:30 The Importance of Recovery and Sleep39:50 Cardio Conditioning for Runners41:03 Foam Rolling and Stretching Techniques47:45 Pre-Race Warm-Up StrategiesPain-Free Performance: Move Better, Train Smarter, and Build an Unbreakable Body https://www.amazon.com/Pain-Free-Performance-Better-Smarter-Unbreakable/dp/162860509X/ref=zg_bs_g_4645_d_sccl_95/134-5360092-2910026?psc=1Train with Dr. John Rusin on the Unbreakable Appbecomeunbreakable.comDr. John Rusin Coachinghttps://www.drjohnrusincoaching.comDr. John Rusin Websitehttps://drjohnrusin.comYou can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition.com This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories and their Ultrapure Sports Recovery prducts. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store or visit their new online storeUltrapurelabs.ie
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