Think running alone is enough to make you a stronger, faster, and injury-free runner?

Think again.

In this episode of The Runner's Sole Podcast, podiatrist and runner Sharon Miller reveals the one thing many runners overlook—and why simply logging more miles isn't always the answer.

From strength training and mobility to injury prevention and long-term performance, Sharon explains why your muscles, tendons, and joints need more than just running to stay healthy and keep improving.

Whether you're training for your first 5K or your next marathon, this episode will help you understand what your body really needs to become a stronger, more resilient runner.

🎧 IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:

✔ Why running alone doesn't train every muscle you need
✔ The difference between endurance and strength
✔ Why resistance training is essential for runners
✔ Which muscles runners commonly neglect
✔ The role of stretching and mobility in injury prevention
✔ Why stronger muscles help protect your joints and feet
✔ How strength training can improve running efficiency and performance
✔ Simple ways to build a stronger running body without spending hours in the gym

💪 KEY TAKEAWAY

Running makes you better at running—but it doesn't build everything your body needs.

If you want to run longer, recover faster, reduce injuries, and continue enjoying running for years to come, strength training isn't optional—it's the missing piece.

Train smarter, not just harder.

🔗 LINKS

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👟 Online Foot Consultation: www.runnerssole.co.uk

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🏃 ABOUT THE PODCAST

The Runner's Sole Podcast is where running meets science, stride by stride.

Hosted by podiatrist and runner Sharon Miller, the podcast helps runners prevent injuries, improve performance, and better understand foot health through practical, evidence-based advice.

Whether you're just starting your running journey or chasing your next personal best, you'll find expert tips to help keep you running strong.

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Most runners believe that training harder leads to better results.

But what if that's exactly what's holding you back?

Running too fast, too often doesn't just leave you feeling exhausted—it can limit your progress, increase your injury risk, and stop you from reaching your potential.

In this episode of The Runner's Sole Podcast, podiatrist and runner Sharon Miller breaks down the science behind the 80/20 Rule—one of the most effective and widely used training principles adopted by elite runners around the world.

Discover why spending around 80% of your training at an easy effort and only 20% at higher intensity can help you run faster, recover better, and stay injury-free for longer.

Whether you're training for your first 5K, chasing a marathon PB, or simply trying to enjoy running without constant niggles, this episode will change the way you think about training.

🎧 IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:

✔ What the 80/20 Rule actually means—and where it came from
✔ Why easy running is the foundation of better performance
✔ The physiology behind aerobic development and endurance
✔ Why recreational runners often train too hard without realising it
✔ How hard sessions fit into a balanced training plan
✔ The connection between training load and running injuries
✔ How the 80/20 approach improves running economy and recovery
✔ Practical ways to apply the 80/20 Rule to your own training
✔ Common misconceptions that stop runners from improving
✔ The key takeaways for becoming a stronger, healthier runner

🏃 KEY TAKEAWAY

Running more intensely doesn't always make you a better runner.

Training smarter does.

By making easy runs truly easy and saving hard efforts for when they matter most, you'll build a stronger aerobic engine, reduce your risk of injury, and create a training routine you can sustain for years—not just weeks.

The goal isn't to run hard every day.

It's to run well, consistently.

🔗 LINKS

🌐 All Episodes:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2545750

👟 Online Foot Consultation:
www.runnerssole.co.uk

👥 Join Our Running Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/17oz7x3jfe

🏃 ABOUT THE PODCAST

The Runner's Sole Podcast is where running meets science, stride by stride.

Hosted by podiatrist and runner Sharon Miller, the podcast helps runners prevent injuries, improve performance, and better understand foot health through practical, evidence-based advice.

Whether you're new to running or training for your next marathon, each episode gives you actionable insights to help you run stronger, healthier, and with greater confidence.

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950 Conversations: The Run That's Bringing People Together.

Welcome to Runner's Sole, a podcast hosted by Sharon Miller, who has 20 years of running experience and unapologetic foot nerd. Today’s guest, Neil Mills, discusses his extensive charity work, particularly a recent initiative inspired by his own transformation from a bodybuilder to a runner.

Mills ran 950 miles across the UK in 21 days, with this challenge linked to supporting young people affected by cancer. His running journey, which began after a poor performance at a military mile race, has since evolved into a mission to promote fitness and charity, illustrating his commitment to making a personal impact.

🎧 IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:

✔️ How to Transform from a Bodybilder into a Runner.

✔️ Strategy for running 950 miles.

✔️ The importance of running for maintaining fitness.

🔗 LINKS

🌐 All Episodes: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2545750 (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?even...)

Neil Mills IG:

https://www.instagram.com/neilmills950/

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Hosted by podiatrist and runner Sharon Miller, this podcast helps runners prevent injuries, improve performance, and better understand foot health through practical, evidence-based advice.

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