Injury Archives

Potluck Discussion: Hobbies as Training, Returning from Injury, and Off-Season Workouts

Our host regulars discuss when an unplanned activity—such as commuting—becomes training, how to adjust for an event when returning from injury, and what training to do in the off season.

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Fast Talk Podcast Episode 341

Recognizing & Recovering from Concussions

When it comes to concussions, a slow and steady recovery is the fastest way back to athletic performance.

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Rob Pickels

History of the Rolling Medical Enclosure and What to Do in an Emergency, with Dr. Andy Pruitt

Whether you’re a participant, event organizer, or volunteer, keep in mind Murphy’s Law – anything that can go wrong could (or will) go wrong. When one or more athletes are injured, you need to know what to do. We talk with Dr. Andy Pruitt about how to ensure the best outcomes.

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Fast Talk Podcast Episode 314

Nutrition Case Study with Skye Moench and Scott Tindal

Ensuring athletes are properly fueled will do better for their performance than trying to hit a number on a scale.

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Scott Tindal and Skye Moench

How to Bulletproof Yourself Against Plantar Fasciitis

Chronic heel pain can plague many athletes. With the help of a few therapeutic movements and treatments, you can try to relieve your plantar fasciitis symptoms.

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Carol Passarelli

Fast Talk Femmes Podcast: Beating the Odds with Shayna Powless

Learn the importance of maintaining a balanced approach to sports to avoid burnout and injury from someone who conquered it themselves, pro cyclist Shayna Powless.

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Fast Talk Femmes Episode 116

How to Bulletproof Yourself Against IT Band Syndrome

There’s conflicting and inconclusive evidence on how to properly treat IT band syndrome. We break down some of these common treatments so you can get back to your sport better than before.

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Carol Passarelli

How to Bulletproof Yourself Against Runner’s Knee

Increasing your mileage may also lead to an increase in knee pain. Learn about runner’s knee and how you can alleviate your pain at home.

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Carol Passarelli

Getting Through Serious Injury

All athletes fear the injury that takes years to recover from or permanently changes their lives. We talk with several experts on how to manage serious injury and find yourself again.

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Fast Talk Podcast Episode 269

What’s the Difference Between Good Pain and Bad Pain?

Pain is part of the privilege of endurance sports. It’s how you know you’re pushing your limits. But how do you know when it’s really time to stop? We ask a PT for her advice.

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Carol Passarelli

Fast Talk Labs Q&A: How Can I Deal with Leg Length Discrepancies?

They’re far more common than you think—and knowing how to improve leg length discrepancies can be vital to enjoyment and performance.

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Rob Pickels

Q&A on Burning Nether Regions, Exploding Back Pain, Knee Health, and Fitness after 40

Dr. Andy Pruitt answers questions about back pain, knee issues with increased training, numbness and pain where we sit, and how much we can still adapt as we age.

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Fast Talk Podcast Episode 220

Saddle Sores, Sexual Dysfunction, and Other Female “Saddle Diseases”

Dr. Andy Pruitt and Betsy Welch hold a frank discussion about saddle sores, sexual dysfunction, and other female-specific saddle/chamois pathologies, addressing both preventative measures and potential long-term consequences.

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Dr. Andy Pruitt, EdD

Saddle Sores and Other Male “Saddle Diseases”

Saddle sores, numbness, and erectile dysfunction are just a few of the issues that can hamper male cyclists. Dr. Andy Pruitt details how to avoid these and other cycling saddle problems.

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Chris Case and Dr. Andy Pruitt, EdD

Q&A on Returning from Injury, Weight Management, and Fast-Twitch Fibers, with Renee Eastman

With the help of CTS coach Renee Eastman, we field questions on injury, the power of consistency, weight vs. power, and fast-twitch fibers.

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Fast Talk Podcast Episode 170

The Knee Is the Victim

Because the knee is caught between the hip and the foot, it often bears the brunt of biomechanical pedaling forces, which leads to injuries. Dr. Andy Pruitt explains why.

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Dr. Andy Pruitt, EdD