Best Nathan Carlson And Chris Johnson Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 76: Establishing strength standards for distance runners 52:22

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Thanksgiving Deals Chris's Clinical Essentials Online Course - Learn more HERE Nathan's Online Bone Stress Injury Course - Learn more HERE Nathan's Stress Fracture Protocols - Learn more HERE Timestamps 0:00 Happy Thanksgiving! 3:00 Running a practice around the holidays 11:55 Setting strength standards for distance runners 14:54 Upper body expecta…

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E10: Empowering Patients Through Trust and Communication with Chris Johnson 57:49

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In this episode of the Physio Insights podcast, Chris Johnson shares his journey in physical therapy, discussing the evolution of his philosophy and the importance of building trust and rapport with patients. He emphasizes the role of mentorship in personal development and the need for accountability in patient care. The conversation also explores …

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Episode 75: Telling runners to work through pain with a bone stress injury 43:15

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In this episode, Chris and I break down why sometimes we tell runners to work through pain with a bone stress injury. Research from this episode https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33962529/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28343329/ https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/59/2/78 Want to work with runners and build a thriving business around it? The Runner's Zone…

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E9: Understanding the Psychology of Runners with Tom Goom 55:11

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In this episode of the Physio Insights Podcast, we’re joined by Tom Goom — a.k.a. The Running Physio — to dive deep into the world of running injuries. From uncovering the hidden causes and psychological hurdles athletes face, to tackling the crucial roles of energy availability, nutrition, and sleep, Tom shares his holistic approach to keeping run…

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E8: Smarter, Stronger Recovery: Criteria-Based Return for Basketball Athletes with Joachim Boon 54:51

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Belgian sports physiotherapist Joachim Boon turned his own struggle with recurring hamstring injuries into a career helping athletes recover smarter and perform better. In this episode, he shares how evidence-based rehab, biomechanics know-how, and the “control-to-chaos” continuum shape his approach—from the clinic to the court and track. We dive i…

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Episode 74: Common nutrition errors with Meghann Featherstun 46:25

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In this episode, Nathan sat down with Meghann Featherstun. Meghann is a registered dietitian and owner of Featherstone Nutrition focusing on endurance athletes. In today's episode she discusses her history as an athlete and clinician and covers common mistakes endurance athletes make regarding nutrition. If you work with runners, you'll find the ep…

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E7: Embracing Tech Without Losing your Human Touch with Mark Merolli - (Part 1) 30:59

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In this episode, Kurt sits down with Mark Merolli to explore where digital health meets physiotherapy — and why embracing technology is essential for the profession’s future. From his own journey into digital health, Mark shares how tech can empower rather than replace physiotherapists, and why understanding the psychology of adoption is just as im…

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Episode 73: Primary care for runners with Dr. Laurel Short 39:19

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In this episode, Nathan discusses primary care for endurance athletes with Dr. Laurel Short. Dr. Laurel Short is a Family Nurse Practitioner at Sunflower Medical. She earned her undergraduate degree in Nursing from Luther College and a master's degree in Nursing from the University of Kansas. She completed her Doctor of Nursing degree at the Univer…

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E6: Training Cycle building up to Race Day — Philip Cortvriendt on Strength for Runners 1:12:45

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In this episode, Philip dives deep into why strength training is non-negotiable for runners — not just for boosting performance, but for staying injury-free. He unpacks how to assess an athlete’s strength capacity, weave strength work seamlessly into their running schedule, and apply smart periodization across the season. Philip also shares strateg…

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Episode 72: Trusting your gut 41:36

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To learn more about Nathan's new 5-week virtual cohort, click below Hybrid: A Clinician's Course to Strength Training for Runners. To learn more about Bones, Tendons, Weights, & Whistles in New York City, click HERE. The Runners Zone Want to work with runners and build a thriving business around it? The Runner's Zone is an upbeat, global community…

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E5: Inside the Coach’s Eye with Bart Dingenen 58:46

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Dr. Bart Dingenen takes us inside the world where cutting-edge research meets real-world physiotherapy — with a special focus on ACL injuries and rehab. From mastering biomechanics to embracing new approaches in motor learning, Bart shares how clinicians can sharpen their critical thinking and develop a true “coach’s eye.” We explore the importance…

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Episode 71: Is gait analysis overrated? 48:57

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To learn more about Nathan's new 5-week virtual cohort, click below Hybrid: A Clinician's Course to Strength Training for Runners. To learn more about Bones, Tendons, Weights, & Whistles in New York City, click HERE. The Runners Zone Want to work with runners and build a thriving business around it? The Runner's Zone is an upbeat, global community…

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E4 - Gabby Callagy on Redefining Runner Care. Going from Burnout to Breakthrough! 58:59

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In this episode, Gabby Callagy, founder of Boston’s The RunRx shares how she went from burnt-out physical therapist to building a thriving, runner-specific practice that supports athletes from injury rehab through performance goals. She opens up about her journey in physical therapy, the unique needs of runners, and why she believes too many are di…

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Episode 70: Stop putting tools in your toolbox 35:03

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Join Chris and Nathan for Bones Tendons Weights & Whistles @ Motion PT in New York City on October 4-5. To learn more click HERE. Episode Timestamps 2:00 "Put more tools in your toolbox" is a bad message 6:00 Red flags in a con ed course or instructor 7:40 You only have so much time for a test 8:00 More is not always better 11:00 The best tests for…

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E3 - From Burnout to Balance: How Nathan Carlson Built a Smarter Way to Help Runners Heal 1:00:37

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Nathan shares his journey from a sports enthusiast to a physical therapist specializing in bone stress injuries. He discusses his experiences in the sports clinic environment, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the importance of mentorship. Nathan emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to rehabilitation, focusing on patient empowerment an…

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Episode 69: How to disagree with physicians 42:46

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Join Chris and Nathan for Bones Tendons Weights & Whistles @ Motion PT in New York City on October 4-5. To learn more click HERE. Episode Timestamps 2:00 When PTs and doctors clash 9:10 How to do well by patients 10:30 Disagreeing on when a patient can run 14:00 Patients need a unified providers 17:30 A challenging navicular BSI 22:00 The need to h…

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E2 - Why Just Running Isn’t Enough: Breaking the Injury Cycle with Jay Dicharry 57:14

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In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of gait analysis in enhancing running performance. Join us as Jay, a well established physical therapist, shares insights from his extensive experience and research. Discover how understanding the nuances of gait can prevent injuries, optimize training, and lead to personal bests. Whether you'r…

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Episode 68: How much running will get you hurt? 38:14

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Thanks for tuning into The Runners Zone Podcast. Want to work with runners and build a thriving business around it? The Runner's Zone is an upbeat, global online community of clinicians, coaches, and trainers who love working with endurance athletes. For over 10 years, we've helped passionate professionals fast-track their skills, grow their confid…

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E1 - Talking BSI with Stephanie Mundt 53:55

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In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Mundt shares her powerful journey from a young runner battling injuries and disordered eating to becoming a leading physical therapist in bone stress injuries. We explore the nuances of diagnosing and managing these injuries, the importance of energy availability, and the evolving roles of rest, coaching, and individu…

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Episode 67: Pillars of professional success 48:53

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Thanks for tuning into The Runners Zone Podcast. Chris and I would love it if you gave us a review as those really help us continue to produce episodes. The Runners Zone Want to work with runners and build a thriving business around it? The Runner's Zone is an upbeat, global community of clinicians, coaches, and trainers who love working with endur…

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Episode 66: Does zero pain mean you can run? 44:44

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Chris and Nathan both have new online courses for you to check out. Nathan's course Rebuild: BSI Management https://runningmatekc.com/rebuild-bone-stress-injury-online-course/ Chris's Course: Clinical Running Essentials https://chrisjohnsonpt.com/clinical-running-essentials/ In this episode, Chris and Nathan dive into 2:00 Does an absensce of pain …

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Episode 65: What do you struggle with in the clinic? 30:32

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Boston Bones, Tendons, Weights, & Whistles https://chrisjohnsonpt.com/product/bones-tendons-weights-whistles-boston-march-2025/ Timestamps: 2:20 What's new with Chris4:30 What's new with Nathan5:30 Case study one - vague hip pain14:10 Case study two - glute med tendinopathy?16:30 Chris and Nathan come to Boston18:20 Solopreneuer corner: One tip for…

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Episode 64: The Skills You Don't Learn in School 39:48

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To learn more about Chris and Nathan's new business offer click below. https://skilled-teacher-862.kit.com/7fca4b4f3b Episode Timestamps 3:00 Taking time off around the holidays 6:30 Downtime in training and in business 9:00 The space between the stimulus and response 12:42 A new offering from Chris & Nathan 15:20 The non-clinical skills you need 2…

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Episode 63: Should You Run Through Pain? 1:09:48

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Hey and welcome back to the RZ Podcast On episode 63 Nathan and Chris dive into navigating running related pain. They cover how we manage pain in our patients, when it's necessary to push through pain or completely stop training, and how we help healthy runners navigate the inevitable discomfort of running. Bones, Tendons, Weights, and Whistles @ G…

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Episode 62: Starting a Running Business 1:14:56

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In today's episode, Chris and Nathan dive into how to start your own running business. They cover their mistakes and failures in starting out, navigating social media, how to grow local relationships, and how to develop your unique voice. Chris and Nathan are excited to launch our 2024 Long Run Mastermind, designed to help you build a business you …

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Episode 61: A Practical Guide to Bone Stress Injuries 1:28:27

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In today's episode, Chris and Nathan discuss how we got into teaching continuing education and the need for seasonality in training and life. Then Chris puts Nathan on the hot seat to answer common questions about BSIs. Be sure to check out the studies they site below. LIFTMOR Study Robling Studies Hart Studies Surgical vs Conservative Mgmt papers …

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Episode 60: The Flavors of Patella Tendinopathy 56:32

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Welcome back to the Runners Zone Podcast! In this episode Chris and Nathan break down the fundamentals of patella tendinopathy. They discuss key considerations around subjective testing, objective examination, exercise prescription, return to run progression, and strength training considerations. They break down three case studies on how these case…

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Episode 59: How Do You Measure Professional Progress? 59:41

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Hey and welcome back to The Runners Zone Podcast. I'm Nathan Carlson. Today, Chris and I discussed how we measure professional progress. We discuss how this has evolved from new grads to business owners. Chris and I will be bringing BTWW to Nashville, Tennessess at Wolfe Pt this Septemeber 30th-October 1st. We are pumped to share how we approach ma…

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Episode 58: Developing Running Plans for Patients and Clients 1:12:56

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In today's episode, Chris and I discuss how we approach designing running plans for our patients getting back to training and competition and how we coach athletes for performance and longevity. We discuss practical case examples and the need for open/honest communication, how to balancing work and life with training. Finally, we discuss how we app…

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Episode 57: You Graduated PT School...Now What? 58:16

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In today's episode, Chris and I explain how to navigate your PT career as a new grad. We cover the mentors and experiences that have shaped our professional careers and try to pull out some key ideas for new grads just starting their careers. If you have enjoyed The Runners Zone Podcast, we'd love it if you gave us a review and shared it with a fri…

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Episode 76: Establishing strength standards for distance runners 52:22

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E10: Empowering Patients Through Trust and Communication with Chris Johnson 57:49

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Episode 75: Telling runners to work through pain with a bone stress injury 43:15

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E9: Understanding the Psychology of Runners with Tom Goom 55:11

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E8: Smarter, Stronger Recovery: Criteria-Based Return for Basketball Athletes with Joachim Boon 54:51

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Episode 74: Common nutrition errors with Meghann Featherstun 46:25

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E7: Embracing Tech Without Losing your Human Touch with Mark Merolli - (Part 1) 30:59

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Episode 73: Primary care for runners with Dr. Laurel Short 39:19

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E6: Training Cycle building up to Race Day — Philip Cortvriendt on Strength for Runners 1:12:45

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Episode 72: Trusting your gut 41:36

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E5: Inside the Coach’s Eye with Bart Dingenen 58:46

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Episode 71: Is gait analysis overrated? 48:57

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E4 - Gabby Callagy on Redefining Runner Care. Going from Burnout to Breakthrough! 58:59

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Episode 70: Stop putting tools in your toolbox 35:03

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E3 - From Burnout to Balance: How Nathan Carlson Built a Smarter Way to Help Runners Heal 1:00:37

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Episode 69: How to disagree with physicians 42:46

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E2 - Why Just Running Isn’t Enough: Breaking the Injury Cycle with Jay Dicharry 57:14

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Episode 68: How much running will get you hurt? 38:14

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E1 - Talking BSI with Stephanie Mundt 53:55

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Episode 67: Pillars of professional success 48:53

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Episode 66: Does zero pain mean you can run? 44:44

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Episode 65: What do you struggle with in the clinic? 30:32

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Episode 64: The Skills You Don't Learn in School 39:48

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Episode 63: Should You Run Through Pain? 1:09:48

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Episode 62: Starting a Running Business 1:14:56

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Episode 61: A Practical Guide to Bone Stress Injuries 1:28:27

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Episode 60: The Flavors of Patella Tendinopathy 56:32

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Episode 59: How Do You Measure Professional Progress? 59:41

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Episode 58: Developing Running Plans for Patients and Clients 1:12:56

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Episode 57: You Graduated PT School...Now What? 58:16