Doctors of Running Podcast

ASICS is coming in hot as we head into Spring with a big update to one of their most beloved models: the Superblast 3. Nathan and David are joined by Paul Lang (ASICS Global Footwear Senior Product Manager for Performance Running) to talk about all the changes. Version 3 introduces FF Leap, first seen in the Metaspeed series, a re-tooled upper, and much more. Tune in to hear the behind the scenes story of the Superblast 3!
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We're thrilled to have Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DOCTORS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.
Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
3:06 - What was the vision behind the Superblast 3
5:22 - How does Asics test their shoes?
11:34 - Midsole origins and design
15:48 - David's comparitive experiences between the Superblast 2 and 3
20:14 - Why no plate? Why the specific stack height?
25:12 - Upper design
33:44 - Changes to the outsole
35:02 - The "Blast" line as a whole
40:32 - If you could pick one "Blast" shoe, which one are you picking?
45:04 - What's coming next for the Blast line
47:22 - Wrap-up

If we have a favorite phrase, you know it's going to be "it depends." Well, not when we've got a round of "This or That"! Nathan, Matt, and David put themselves on the hot seat to tackle your This or That ideas. Super trainers or plated trainers? Hot weather or cold weather? Running in a blizzard or running in a hurricane?! Things get a little wild on this one, so tune in!
Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/
We're thrilled to have Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DOCTORS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.
Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
3:20 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
21:00 - This or That: true easy day shoe or a do-it-all shoe?
27:16 - Running in frigid cold with shorts, or in heat with long pants?
36:00 - Super trainers or plated performance trainers?
41:02 - Donut mile or beer mile?
45:46 - More fun: 5K training or marathon training?
49:52 - Marathon race route: out & back or a loop?
51:26 - Achilles tear or ACL tear?
52:54 - Stability racing shoes or stability trainers?
55:36 - Run in a tropical storm or run in a blizzard?
1:01:34 - For long-term health: super shoes or no super shoes?
1:05:06 - Seattle Seahawks or New England Patriots?
1:06:20 - Wrap-up

Time for a little DOR myth busting! Nathan, David, and Matt team up to take a look at some user-submitted running "truths", to shed some light on whether they're fact or fiction. Does your cadence need to be at least 180spm? Is it ok to run in super shoes if you're "slow"? How much cushion is too much? We'd love to do more of these, so hit us up with your running myths at [email protected].
Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/
We're thrilled to have Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DOCTORS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com/.
Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
2:14 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
13:14 - Fact or Fiction? If you need orthotics once, you need them forever
25:00 - Most runs should be Zone 2 + 80/20 training
33:14 - Running cadence should be at least 180 steps per minute
38:50 - More cushion is better
44:04 - Running is bad for your knees
51:04 - Barefoot shoes cause injuries
57:30 - Super shoes don't work for slower runners
1:03:08 - Soft surfaces reduce injury risk
1:09:30 - All shoes can be trail shoes if you try hard enough
1:12:48 - Wrap-up

When we talk shoes it's almost always midsoles: foams, plates, geometries, hype. We often forget the uppers of our shoes, and problems with them can make or break the running experience. Matt, David, and Nathan get together to talk about their three biggest pet-peeves when it comes to shoe fit. Heel rubbing, too much padding, narrow forefoots, and more. What are your fit pet-peeves? Email us at [email protected].
Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/
We're thrilled to introduce Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DORJAN10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com/.
Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
1:16 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
26:31 - What can make or break a shoe's upper
31:03 - Low forefoot volume and width
32:39 - Not enough room where the midfoot & forefoot transition
35:13 - Overly tapered toe boxes
41:25 - Too early of a taper
43:05 - Overly plush & padded uppers
46:37 - Tongues that are either too thick or too thin
51:37 - Not enough security in the midfoot
54:11 - Heel seams that cause rubbing
57:51 - Heel counters that angle into the Achilles
1:02:31 - Wrap-up

Our teams loves answering your questions, so here we are to dig into the mailbag! Nathan, Andrea, and David team up and talk to talk shoes, training, and injuries. They discuss advice for running with arthritis and neuromas, the best wet-weather shoes, non-plated speed-training shoes, and much more. Want your question on the next mailbag? Email us at [email protected].
Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/
We're thrilled to introduce Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DORJAN10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com/.
Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
1:48 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
16:26 - Advice for running degenerative joint disease and arthritis
25:00 - Good shoes for wet/muddy parkruns
30:34 - Does toe spring effect hyper extension?
40:06 - Brannock size vs. running shoe size
44:46 - Non-plated speed shoes
49:14 - Advice for children dealing with Sever's Disease
54:26 - Shoe options for training with a neuroma
1:00:46 - Wrap-up