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This week, we sit down with Doug Adams, physical therapist, entrepreneur, and founder of RunDNA, to break down the science of running mechanics and what actually makes you a better runner.

Doug has spent his career helping runners move more efficiently, and he’s here to challenge a big misconception: you don’t need perfect form to run better. We get into the small tweaks that can make a difference, why your eyes might be lying to you when you judge someone’s running form, how to structure your run days, and how RunDNA can help you understand your mechanics for free.

Then we get into your questions, straight from the Front Pack community. Is heel striking really that bad? Is there a magic cadence number? Does hamstring mobility matter? Do runners actually need to lift? Doug breaks it all down, including what super shoes are doing to our bodies and how to keep a small niggle from turning into a month on the couch.

Whether you’re chasing a PR, logging your first miles, or just trying to stay healthy enough to keep showing up, this episode is packed with takeaways you can actually use.