We are so excited to be kicking off 2022 with running physical therapist Dr. Duane Scotti in the hopes of making this your best running year yet. Duane pretty much lives and breathes running. Not only is he the owner of SPARK physical therapy in Hamden, Connecticut, he’s also a certified running coach and host of the Healthy Runner podcast. In this episode we walk through his SPARK blueprint for helping runners prevent or heal from injuries without being told to stop running. And the best part is his advice helps you run fast too. In this episode we discuss:The top 6 muscles runners need to strengthenWhy we need to include jump training and train on one legHow to take care of our soft tissuesAnd why hiring a running coach might just be one of your wisest running investments, even more so than the latest carbon fiber shoes!Duane is the real deal and if you like what you heard today, be sure to check out his YouTube channel where you can find all of the exercises we talked about.Connect with Duane:SPARK Physical Therapy: https://sparkyourtraining.comSPARK Your Training YouTube ChannelHealthy Runner Podcast Healthy Runner Facebook GroupInstagram: @sparkyourtrainingConnect with Kim & Carolyn:Email us with guest ideas: inspiredsolescast@gmail.comInspired Soles InstagramKim's InstagramKim's FacebookKim's website Carolyn's InstagramCarolyn's FacebookCarolyn's website (sign up for her free weekly newsletter on the homepage)Resources we discussed in the episode:Download the SPARK blueprintFavourite Mantra: Pain is temporary, pride is foreverFavourite Place to Run: Any run-cationBucket List Race: NYC MarathonFavourite Running Podcast: Ali on the Run, Rambling Runner, Running for Real, Inspired SolesFavourite Post Run Indulgence: Egg omelet + bagel