In this episode of the RunRx Podcast, Coach Caroline and Coach Valerie unpack a common piece of movement advice that does not line up with the RunRx method: reaching with the heel, pushing off with the back foot, and driving through the big toe. Valerie explains why that advice may make sense in a rehab setting, but does not match how she teaches running and walking as natural movement patterns. She breaks down the difference between physical therapy, chiropractic care, and running technique, and why each has a different job in helping the body move well.

Valerie also explains the core of the RunRx approach: running and walking should minimize active muscle contraction and reduce unnecessary load, not add more pushing, reaching, and forcing the foot into the ground. She describes how the primary force of movement is gravity, followed by gro ...