Fitness & Health Ideas That Changed Over My 25yrs Of Practice

After 24 years working as a physio with runners, there are things I no longer believe. Early in my career, I was confident about a lot of what causes injury and what makes runners better — perfect technique, muscle imbalances, strict rest when pain appears. But decades of clinical experience, evolving research, and thousands of conversations with runners have reshaped my thinking. In this episode, I reflect on the key things I’ve changed my mind about in running, including: • Why “perfect” running form is often overrated • Why load management matters more than biomechanics • The real role of strength training for runners • Why pain doesn’t always mean damage • How my advice around rest and rehab has evolved • What aging has taught me about performance and durability • Why mindset may be the most powerful performance tool we have This isn’t about being wrong — it’s about growth. If you’re a runner who wants to train smarter, stay durable, and better understand your body, this episode will challenge a few common beliefs and hopefully give you a more balanced, long-term perspective. As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts — what have you changed your mind about in your own running journey?