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Ask The Experts - Video Blog Series 

• Q&A With Columbus Marathon Race Director, Darris Blackford
• Staying Healthy While Training with Dr. Darrin Bright
• Nutrition Basics with Dawn Holmes
• Hydration Basics with Dawn Holmes
• Dynamic Warm Up with Laura Comtois
• Heart Rate Training with Dr. Darrin Bright
• Dealing with Late Season Aches & Pains with Joe Simko
• VIDEO: Running & Walking Injuries - Dr. Darrin Bright
• VIDEO: FIT for LIFE - Start off on the right foot & ankle - Plantar Fasciitis & Achilles Tendinitis - Dr. Darrin Bright
• VIDEO: Beginner Heart Rate Training
• VIDEO: Maximize your training. Intermediate & Advanced Heart Rate Training
• VIDEO - FIT for LIFE - Feed Your Daily Need - Daily Nutritional Needs - Dawn Holmes - OhioHealth
• VIDEO - Good Form Running Drills - Jeff Henderson

Injury Prevention

General tips to stay healthy while training 

• Meet Your MIT Medical Team
• What to do if you are injured on a run - Amy Harrison - OhioHealth
• Overuse Injury Prevention - Chris Lawson - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Posture - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Late Season Aches & Pains -  Sean Huffman - Fit for Life Physical Therapy
• How to stay healthy while training - Dr. Darrin Bright - OhioHealth Max Sports
• The Runner's and Walker's Ten - Sean Huffman - Fit for Life Physical Therapy
• Dealing with Taper Pains - Joe Simko - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Dealing with Pain - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Running/Walking with Anti-Inflammatories and Tylenol - Dr. Darrin Bright - OhioHealth Max Sports
• Hydration - Fit for Life Physical Therapy
• To Run or not to Run - Dr. Darrin Bright - OhioHealth Max Sports
• The Physical Component of Dealing with Injury - Chelsea  Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Using the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Dry Needling - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Dry Needling & Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Importance of Keeping Easy Days Easy - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• The Anxious Introvert's Guide to Training in a Giant Group - Nita Sweeney
• When Can I Go for a Run or a Walk? - Chelsea Hall - Fit for Life Physical Therapy

Knee and Thigh Issues

• Illiotibial Band Syndrome - Chris Lawson - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Patellar Tendonitis - Joe Simko - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee)  - Joe Simko - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Knee Pain in Runners and Walkers - Dr. Darrin Bright - OhioHealth Max Sports
• Knee Pain - Dr. Darrin Bright - OhioHealth Max Sports
• Hamstrings 201 - Fit For Life Physical Therapy

Plantar Fasciitis, and other foot issues

• Treatment Techniques for Plantar Fasciitis - Joe Simko - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• What a Pain in the Plantar (Heel/Arch)!!! - Laura Comtois - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Plantar Fasciitis Recognition and Treatment - Laura Comtois - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Plantar Fasciitis 101 - Blake Preece - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Black Toenails - Dr. Darrin Bright - OhioHealth Max Sports
• Intrinsic Foot Strength - Blake Preece - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Importance of Big Toe Mobility in Runners - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy

Achilles Tendonitis, Posterior Tibial Tendonitis, and other lower leg issues

• Shin Splints: Recognition & Treatment - Chris Lawson - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Achilles Tendonitis - Sean Huffman - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• What is Achilles Tendonitis - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Achilles Tendinosis - Dr. Darrin Bright - OhioHealth Max Sports
• Calf Stretching - Laura Comtois - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Holy Shin Splits! - Jeff Henderson
• Peroneal Tendonitis - Amanda Coleman - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Tibialis Posterior Tendinopathy Recognition and Treatment - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Anterior Ankle Impingement - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy

Dead Butt Syndrome & Piriformis Syndrome, Back and Core issues

• Anterior Hip Pain -  Joe Simko - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Piriformis Syndrome - Joe Simko - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Low Back Pain in Runners and Walkers  - Laura Comtois - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Running at Its Core - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Dead Butt Syndrome - Dr. Darrin Bright - OhioHealth Max Sports
• Gluteus Medius Strengthening - Chris Lawson - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Groin Pain in Runners and Walkers - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Core Stability - Chris Lawson - Fit For Life Physical Therapy

Heart Rate Guided Training

• Why Heart Rate Guided Training - Sean Huffman and Dave Calvert
• VO2 Max Testing with OhioHealth McConnell Heart Health Center
• Heart Rate Training - Dave Calvert
• Heart Rate Guided Training for Endurance Athletes - Dr. Darrin Bright - OhioHealth Max Sports
• Have a new goal? Missed a past goal? Let your heart guide the way! - Jeff Henderson
• Pacing on Saturdays - Jeff Henderson
• Training Zones - Jeff Henderson
• Heart Rate Training Basics - Jeff Henderson
• Have a new goal? Missed a past goal? Let your heart guide the way! - Jeff Henderson

Hydration/Nutrition

• Hydration & Nutrition FAQ - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Hydration 101 - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Nutrition for Injury - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Stomach Issues, Fueling and Beyond - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Grocery Shopping 101 for Runners & Walkers - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Day-to-Day Hydration - Dawn Holmes
• Race Day Fueling - Dawn Holmes
• Early Season Sports Nutrition: Day-To-Day Fueling - Dawn Holmes
• Nutrition For Your Inner Sasquatch - Jeff Henderson
• How Much Protein?
• Hydration: Getting Adequate Fluids - Dawn Holmes, MS, RD, CSSD, LD - OhioHealth
• Hydration: Sweat Rate Dawn Holmes, MS, RD, CSSD, LD - OhioHealth
• Nutrition for Runners and Walkers - Jeff Henderson
• Super Foods - Jeff Henderson
• Sports Drink Review
• Nutrition keys for staying strong and fueled for back to back runs and races 
• Bone Health - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Iron & Endurance Athletes - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Vegan & Vegetarian Athletes: Special Consideration - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Nutrition Basics for the Endurance Athlete - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Collagen 101 - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Fleet Feet + FrontRunner Nutrition and Hydration Product Guide - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Fuel Timeline - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Fueling for the Long Run or Walk - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Fueling the Gluten-Free Athlete - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Adjusting to Race Travel - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Nutrition 101: Building a Strong Foundation - Rebecca Youngs, MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Let’s break it down: What’s important during my long run or walk and why? - Rebecca Youngs
• Protein Powders - Rebecca Youngs, MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy

Recipes

• Summer Grain Salad - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Strawberry Chia Jam - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Apple Raisin Snack Bites - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Vegan Pesto - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Balsamic Roasted Mushrooms - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Tuna Salad - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Frozen Yogurt on a Stick - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Quick Museli - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• No Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Vegetable Frittata - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Cookies (GF, Vegan, Dairy-free) - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Energy Bites and Protein Balls - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Veggie Packed Chicken Fried Rice - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Vegan Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cups - Rebecca Youngs MS, RD, LD - Fit For Life Physical Therapy

Running Form

• Cadence: A Guide for Runners - Chris Lawson - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Benefits of Hill Training - Jeff Henderson
• Mechanics of Hill Running and Walking - Jeff Henderson
• Shoulder & Neck Pain and Running Mechanics - Blake Preece - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Running or Walking Gait Impairments - Chris Lawson - Fit For Life Physical Therapy

General Training 

• Pre-Season Prep Guide - Emily O'Connor 
• Recovery & Avoiding Overtraining - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Hill Training - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Sleep Habits - How Good Sleep Habits Can Improve Your Performance - Amy Harrison, OhioHealth Athletic Trainer
• Stroller Running  - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Dynamic Warmup - Laura Comtois - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Running or Walking in Heat and Humidity -  Sean Huffman - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Know When To Say When - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Benefits of exercising before, during and after pregnancy - Dr. Anita Somani
• So You Have Your Medal, Now What?! - Joe Simko - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Racing Away From Injuries - Joe Simko - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Benefits of Hill Training - Jeff Henderson
• Evaluating Your Progress - Jeff Henderson
• Overtraining: Don't Trick Yourself into Doing too Much - Jeff Henderson
• Pacing on Saturdays - Jeff Henderson
• Trust Your Training - Jeff Henderson
• What Do I Need for A Season of MIT training?? - Jeff Henderson
• Which Training Level is Right for Me? - Jeff Henderson
• Off Season Conditioning - Joe Simko - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Offseason Racing as Conditioning - Chris Lawson - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Steamboats for Walking and Running - Joe Simko, Laura Comtois, and Sean Huffman - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• New Year's Resolutions - Chris Lawson - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Cadence: A Guide for Runners
• Benefits of AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Time Off After Goal Race - Blake Preece - Fit for Life Physical Therapy
• Preparing for the Next Training Session - Joe Simko - Fit for Life Physical Therapy
• Groin Pain in Runners & Walkers - Chelsea Hall - Fit for Life Physical Therapy
• Healthy Runner's Evaluation - Blake Preece, Fit for Life Physical Therapy

Cross-Training

Winter Running/Walking

• Running Away From Hypothermia - How to Train Safely in the Cold - Sean Huffman - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Dress for Success
• Cold Weather Running & Walking Tips - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• How to Breathe while Running in the Cold - Sean Huffman - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• New Year's Resolutions - Sean Huffman - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Train Your Brain: Goal Setting for a New Season - Dr. Heather Bechtel

Psychology of Training

• Sports Psychology 101 - Jeff Henderson
• Marathon Psychology - Jeff Henderson
• Psychology of  Training - Jeff Henderson
• Trial of Miles, Miles of Trials - Jeff Henderson
• Mental and Emotional Benefits of Training in a Group -  Nita Sweeney

Race Preparation

• Race Prep - What to pack and what to do...and maybe a bit of what NOT to do
• Packing Tips - Randy Olson
• Race Preparation and Simulation - Jeff Henderson
• Race Strategy - Jeff Henderson
• What gear do I need to complete a marathon?! - Kristen Gillenwater
• Tapering  - Jeff Henderson
• Tune-Up Races - Jeff Henderson

Train Your Brain

• The Introvert's Guide to Training in a Giant Group - Nita Sweeney
• Pacing, Pace Goal Setting, and Pace Groups - Heather Bechtel, MD
• Mental and Emotional Benefits of Training in a Group (It’s Not Just About Performance) - Nita Sweeney
• Mental Health Toolkit - Jody Davis, RN, LISW-S
• The Mental Health Component of Dealing with Injury - Heather Bechtel, MD
• Bad Workout?  Do the Hokey Pokey and Turn Yourself Around! - Nita Sweeney
• Marathon Mentality - Steve Hielkema
• And That's (almost) a Wrap! - Nita Sweeney
• Fear and Loathing on the roads and trails of MIT - Jody Davis, RN, LISW-S
• Training Logs: Not just for bodies anymore - Nita Sweeney
• Mid-Season Mental Tune-Up - Heather Bechtel, MD
• Mental Benefits of Training Outdoors - Hope Short
• Taper Madness - Heather Bechtel, MD
• Mind Over Matter - Nita Sweeney
• The Mental Health Component of Dealing with Injury - Heather Bechtel
• Picture Your Success - Heather Bechtel
• Consistency - Steve Hielkema
• Getting Comfortable with Discomfort - Nita Sweeney
• Mental Preparation for Race Day - Heather Bechtel
• That Fuzzy Feeling - Heather Bechtel
• Be A Goldfish - Heather Bechtel

Women's Health

• VIDEO: Women's Health Seminar - Running During and After Pregnancy, Incontinence and more!!
• Perimenopause - Dr. Anita Somani & Dr. Uma Ananth
• Return to Running Post-Partum - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy
• Optimizing Training for Females - Chelsea Hall - Fit For Life Physical Therapy