Doctors of Running

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Giving critical thought to the art and science behind the stuff we put on our feet. Running gear analysis/reviews from the perspective of Doctors of Physical Therapy (DPT). Visit www.doctorsofrunning.com for our latest reviews and footwear science discussions! Contributing Physical Therapists: Dr. Matthew Klein, PT, DPT, PhD(c), OCS, GCS, FAAOMPT Dr. David Salas, PT, DPT, CSCS Dr. Nathan Brown, PT, DPT, MS, OCS Dr. Andrea Myers PT, DPT, OCS Anything taken from our Youtube channel is purely informational and not designed to replace formal medical care. If you are experiencing pain and are unable to participate in daily activities or running, please contact a physical therapist near you. Questions on footwear or interested in reaching us? Find us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com

Location: US

Joined: April 2019

Videos

Today • 1:02:17

How to CONSISTENTLY Be a Competitive Runner | ft. Jen St. Jean

On this episode, Andrea is joined by Jennifer St. Jean, an incredibly accomplished masters track runner and high school & collegiate coach. Jen shares insights from her long and decorated masters track career on how to stay healthy, consistent, and competitive as you age. Jen is a mom of 3, she’s coached all ages including high school & college. She’s a researcher at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital. Her lifetime PRs 1500/800m 4:19/2:08. She runs for Central Park Track Club Tracksmith and is an Alum of UMass Amherst. She’s a multi-time masters national champion and World Indoor Masters Champ in the 1500m. We're thrilled to have Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DORMARCH10 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. Chapters 0:00 - Intro 2:14 - Jenn's running background 8:16 - Tips for transferring from high school to collegiate training 11:32 - The post-collegiate transition 15:24 - Balancing racing and resting 18:44 - Becoming a competitive masters athlete 30:54 - Tips for getting into competitive masters track 36:20 - How has high school/collegiate coaching & training changed over the years? 43:18 - Jenn's biggest tip for the parents of high school runners 46:40 - How training changes over the years 51:04 - Jenn's shoe rotation 1:00:14 - Wrap-up GET YOUR DOR MERCH! Our store is now LIVE: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/ SHOP all our the team's favorite gear at our DOR Running Warehouse page! (affiliate link) https://www.runningwarehouse.com/catpage-DORPP.html?from=docrun Find us on social! https://www.facebook.com/doctorsofrunning https://www.instagram.com/doctorsofrunning/ https://twitter.com/DoctorsRunning https://www.linkedin.com/company/doctors-of-running/ We are a group of physical therapists and runners interested in the art and science of running shoes. Learn more by visiting doctorsofrunning.com

February 25, 2026 • 13:58

On Cloudmonster 3 (Regular, Hyper, Lightspray) vs. Superblast 3

Today David reviews the On Cloudmonster 3 and includes comparisons to the On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper, On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper LS, and ASICS Superblast 3. GET YOUR DOR MERCH! Our store is now LIVE: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/ SHOP all our the team's favorite gear at our DOR Running Warehouse page! (affiliate link) https://www.runningwarehouse.com/catpage-DORPP.html?from=docrun Find us on social! https://www.facebook.com/doctorsofrunning https://www.instagram.com/doctorsofrunning/ https://twitter.com/DoctorsRunning https://www.linkedin.com/company/doctors-of-running/ We are a group of physical therapists and runners interested in the art and science of running shoes. Learn more by visiting doctorsofrunning.com

February 22, 2026 • 48:12

In-Depth Look at the Superblast 3 with ASICS

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! 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. 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 comparative 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 GET YOUR DOR MERCH! Our store is now LIVE: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/ SHOP all our the team's favorite gear at our DOR Running Warehouse page! (affiliate link) https://www.runningwarehouse.com/catpage-DORPP.html?from=docrun Find us on social! https://www.facebook.com/doctorsofrunning https://www.instagram.com/doctorsofrunning/ https://twitter.com/DoctorsRunning https://www.linkedin.com/company/doctors-of-running/ We are a group of physical therapists and runners interested in the art and science of running shoes. Learn more by visiting doctorsofrunning.com

February 19, 2026 • 13:42

Hoka Arahi 8 after 100 Miles: We Like a Lighter Stability Shoe

SHOP all our the team's favorite gear at our DOR Running Warehouse page! (affiliate link) https://www.runningwarehouse.com/catpage-DORPP.html?from=docrun 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 Find us on social! https://www.facebook.com/doctorsofrunning https://www.instagram.com/doctorsofrunning/ https://twitter.com/DoctorsRunning https://www.linkedin.com/company/doctors-of-running/ We are a group of physical therapists and runners interested in the art and science of running shoes. Learn more by visiting doctorsofrunning.com

February 17, 2026 • 12:19

On Cloudrunner 3 vs. 2 | How Small Changes Can Totally Alter a Shoe

Matt talks about the new On Cloudrunner 3 and discusses how different components that get altered can totally transform a shoe into something different. SHOP all our the team's favorite gear at our DOR Running Warehouse page! (affiliate link) https://www.runningwarehouse.com/catpage-DORPP.html?from=docrun Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com Find us on social! https://www.facebook.com/doctorsofrunning https://www.instagram.com/doctorsofrunning/ https://twitter.com/DoctorsRunning https://www.linkedin.com/company/doctors-of-running/ We are a group of physical therapists and runners interested in the art and science of running shoes. Learn more by visiting doctorsofrunning.com

February 15, 2026 • 1:06:36

This or That? Super Trainers or Plated Trainers? Easy Day Shoe vs. Do-it-All? Frigid vs. Hot Runs?

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! We're thrilled to have Rabbit as a presenting partner! Some of our favorite running apparel around! 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 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 GET YOUR DOR MERCH! Our store is now LIVE: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/ SHOP all our the team's favorite gear at our DOR Running Warehouse page! (affiliate link) https://www.runningwarehouse.com/catpage-DORPP.html?from=docrun Find us on social! https://www.facebook.com/doctorsofrunning https://www.instagram.com/doctorsofrunning/ https://twitter.com/DoctorsRunning https://www.linkedin.com/company/doctors-of-running/ We are a group of physical therapists and runners interested in the art and science of running shoes. Learn more by visiting doctorsofrunning.com

February 13, 2026 • 10:54

ASICS Superblast 3: Review, Comparisons, and Everything You Need to Know

Welcome to Superblast 3 Day. SHOP all our the team's favorite gear at our DOR Running Warehouse page! (affiliate link) https://www.runningwarehouse.com/catpage-DORPP.html?from=docrun Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com Find us on social! https://www.facebook.com/doctorsofrunning https://www.instagram.com/doctorsofrunning/ https://twitter.com/DoctorsRunning https://www.linkedin.com/company/doctors-of-running/ We are a group of physical therapists and runners interested in the art and science of running shoes. Learn more by visiting doctorsofrunning.com

February 11, 2026 • 5:31

Mizuno Neo Zen 2 vs. 1: Blind Test, Did They Make it Even Better!?

February 8, 2026 • 1:13:40

Is 180+ Cadence Ideal? Is Running Bad for Your Knees? Is More Cushion BETTER!? | Fact or Fiction

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 doctorsofrunning@gmail.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. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.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 GET YOUR DOR MERCH! Our store is now LIVE: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/ SHOP all our the team's favorite gear at our DOR Running Warehouse page! (affiliate link) https://www.runningwarehouse.com/catpage-DORPP.html?from=docrun Find us on social! https://www.facebook.com/doctorsofrunning https://www.instagram.com/doctorsofrunning/ https://twitter.com/DoctorsRunning https://www.linkedin.com/company/doctors-of-running/ We are a group of physical therapists and runners interested in the art and science of running shoes. Learn more by visiting doctorsofrunning.com

February 5, 2026 • 10:21

Saucony Azura after 100 Miles

SHOP all our the team's favorite gear at our DOR Running Warehouse page! (affiliate link) https://www.runningwarehouse.com/catpage-DORPP.html?from=docrun Find us on social! https://www.facebook.com/doctorsofrunning https://www.instagram.com/doctorsofrunning/ https://twitter.com/DoctorsRunning https://www.linkedin.com/company/doctors-of-running/ We are a group of physical therapists and runners interested in the art and science of running shoes. Learn more by visiting doctorsofrunning.com

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