Running Strong: Empowering Runners with Dr. Katherine Campbell

As a running coach, what inspired our guest to embark on her podcast journey, and how did she decide on the specific focus of her show? What were the key strategies and moments that contributed to her podcast's growth? In this episode of Healthcare Hacks and Connections, Nate welcomes guest Dr. Katherine Campbell, a physical therapist that specializes in working with runners. She is a certified NASM personal trainer as well as an RRCA (Road Runners Club of America) running coach. Katherine works to improve the lives of runners by ensuring that they can pursue their passions for as long and as healthily as possible. When working with runners, Kat believes in taking an individualized and all-encompassing approach. She is devoted to spreading the love of running so that others will be motivated to take on new challenges.  Also, in this episode, Katherine shares her inspiration for starting the podcast, explaining that she has always been an auditory learner and wanted to provide valuable information to runners. Katherine also discusses the challenges she encountered while building her business. She acknowledges that it takes time, patience, and consistency to attract the desired clientele. Overall, this episode encourages listeners to overcome their fears, pursue their passions, and start their businesses, regardless of their level of experience or education. It highlights the significance of self-confidence, being comfortable with oneself, and being willing to invest the necessary time and effort to make the business successful. They will touch on such topics as:The disconnect in running knowledge and building an audience for the podcast: “There is a big disconnect between what most runners do and what they should know, and what physical therapists should know.”Using your clout, how building a clientele takes time, and all about cash-based physical therapy.Knowing your value and Dr. Campbell’s decision to work at a running clinic: “One of the hardest things that people find when they come out of school is being able to feel comfortable asking for money.”Monetizing the podcast, plans for their businesses, and attacking a step back to realize that you manifested the things you wanted.Cash-based PT and podcasting, Dr. Campbells’s advice for new patients, and how important it is to do what you love to do.Beauty pageants and personal growth, and relating to patients through running and taking the leap and starting that business of your dreams that bring you joy. Hack: “The hardest part of getting started is just getting started, learning about how to properly do it, and being comfortable putting yourself out there.” - Dr. Katherine Campbell Reach out to Dr. Katherine Campbell:Instagram: @runwithkat_dptPodcast: The RunwithKat Show Reach out to Me:Instagram: @thepodcast_docFacebook: www.facebook.com/nate.navas