Matt talks with John's Run/Walk Shop Race Director Eva Jackson and General Manager Riley Marshall about the 2026 lineup for John's Bluegrass Racing Company. Learn about this year's Run the Bluegrass; Iron Horse; Beer, Bourbon & Wine XC Series, and more.

Plus, Mizuno tech rep Hope Nixon joins the show to drop details on the latest version of the Wave Inspire.

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Kelsey Karnes from MoveSmart physical therapy is back to discuss the prevalence of pelvic floor dysfunction, specifically as it relates to runners. While it's primarily a women's health issue, it can affect men too.

Kelsey emphasizes that while these issues are common, they're not normal. She talks about symptoms to watch for as well as treatment and prevention. Read Kelsey's blog posts on this topic at movesmartky.com.

Plus, Matt announces the opening of John's Run/Walk Shop's new store in the Hamburg area!

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In this conversation, Dr. Alex Edison and Dr. Jen Xu from the University of Kentucky Sports Medicine Research Institute discuss lower extremity injuries, particularly focusing on the ankle and foot.

They explore common injuries among runners, prevention strategies, the importance of warming up and recovery, the role of the brain in injury prevention, and the significance of proper footwear. The conversation emphasizes the need for load management, understanding pain signals, and the rehabilitation process for injured athletes.

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