JP Gloria

Hey it's JP! I am a physical therapist and performance coach that specializes with running.

02/25/2026

Joshua Cheptegei breaking the 10000m world record
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He ran this in 26:11 in 2020.

I wanted to give a view of his running from multiple angles.

I'll continue to be curious on what he acheives as he focuses on the marathon.
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02/22/2026

Sam Ruthe running the outdoor mile in 3:53.83🤯
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This was insane to watch.

The following week, he ended up running the indoor mile in 3:48.88.

I decided to using this footage to showcase his running because there are better views from this outdoor race.
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Raw footage Credits: AthleticsNZ

02/18/2026

The FASTEST half marathon...but not the official world record
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The lead car should have moved faster, so this could be an official world record🤦🏻‍♂️

Jacob Kiplimo ran this half marathon with a time of 56:42

Unfortunately, this is not considered the official world record due to drafting assistance from the lead car being too close.

This is quite frustrating as this was outside Kiplimo’s control, but definitely within the control of the lead car.

Hopefully, we get to see Jacob Kiplimo come back and officially break the half marathon world record.
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02/15/2026

Correction: “*lightly* stabbed”💀

Navigating running injuries is FRUSTRATING, especially when you have put so much time into preparing for a race.

As runners, we tend to “play down” our injuries and symptoms.

We hope that it will get us back to running sooner.

However, this may lead to a more aggressive plan that may exceed what the body should be doing at the current moment.

And end up leading to a slower recovery.

As clinicians working with runners, we also tend to do the SAME when helping a runner through the injuries.

We may be “overly” optimistic to help gain the runner’s trust initially.

However, when expectations do not match reality, the runner may end up being more frustrated in themselves as things are “taking longer than they should.”

The best outcomes come from:

Transparency from BOTH the runner and the clinician.

Giving accurate information will help map out the best way to navigate the injury based on the runner’s short-term and long-term goals.

Clear communication is key!
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Keep in mind that this is for educational purposes only. This does not replace medical advice.

If you are looking for more professional guidance from a running expert, check out the link in my bio!
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Show: Brooklyn Nine-Nine

02/11/2026

Faith Kipyegon when she broke the 1 mile world record in 2023.

Here I show multiple views with the intention of trying to sync the views as closely as possible.

It is important to note that she is coming off the curve in the side view; however, this is the best view we get from the side during the race.

Now, there are plenty of things to appreciate here.

One notable thing is from the front view with the different foot strike patterns.

If you guys would like a more in depth analysis, just comment below!

02/08/2026

When you finally get cleared to run again after being injured...
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Just because you were “cleared” to run does not mean you are ready to TRAIN.

I have seen so many runners who get injured shortly after getting “cleared to run” after not running for awhile due to an injury.

People try to pick up where they left off with their training.

There is typically a mismatch between cardiovascular fitness and what the body can currently handle.

While you might feel good effort wise, we also need to respect the slower adaptations that occur from the body.-
Keep in mind that this is for educational purposes only. This does not replace medical advice.

If you are looking for more professional guidance from a running expert, check out the link in my bio!

Footage credits: Incredibles

02/04/2026

Running is a multiplanar activity.

You can appreciate this watching Kelvin Kiptum when he broke the world record during the Chicago Marathon in 2023.
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Keep in mind that this is for educational purposes only. This does not replace medical advice.

If you are looking for more professional guidance from a running expert, check out the link in my bio!

02/01/2026

What does this footage tell us about how to navigate this ultra runners knee pain?

You will notice different foot strike patterns.

The left side is a midfoot striking pattern.

The right is more of a forefoot strike.

Different foot strike patterns change how forces are distributed.

A forefoot strike pattern puts more loading on the lower leg/ankle region, but less stress on the knee.

Because of this, people would assume that if this runner is dealing with knee pain, it would probably be on the left side as more forces would be distributed into that knee.

But I have worked with plenty of runners where it is actually the opposite.

It is the right knee that has pain.

He has compensated to a forefoot strike because his irritated knee feels better this way.

So instead of trying to change technique, our priority is on reducing pain and improving capacity of the right knee to help him prepare for ultra races later in the year.
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Keep in mind that this is for educational purposes only. This does not replace medical advice.

If you are looking for more professional guidance from a running expert, check out the link in my bio!

01/28/2026

Running involves multi planar movement.

Here you can appreciate multiple views of Usain Bolt running the world record.

Keep in mind that in sprint technique changes depending on which part of the race you are in.

01/25/2026

Exerting more effort does not mean you will run faster.

You can appreciate this by watching the top runners from sprinting to the marathon.

They don’t look tense at all.

People tend to be surprised about how effortless they make the incredible paces they run at.

You can appreciate this even more from watching the greatest sprinter ever.

Notice how Usain Bolt’s jaw is not tense, but rather it is quite relaxed.

To run better, it is less about exerting more effort, but finding the right balance instead.

01/21/2026

Your running technique can change...

That's a beautiful thing about running.

The biomechanical data is from the World Championships in the 10000m and marathon.

Different speeds involve different movement patterns.

This may also change within the runner itself as seen by Kenenisa Bekele.

Keep in mind that these clips are also 10 years apart along with wearing different shoes.
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This is for educational purposes and should not replace medical advice. If you are dealing with persistent running-related injuries, I recommend seeing a healthcare professional.
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01/18/2026

A simple reminder from watching 2 of fastest marathon runners ever

You don't just run with the legs, you run with the whole body.

Some runners think that to run efficiently, that they need to keep the upper body as still as possible.

However, you can see that to run well, it is an orchestra involving the whole body.

You can appreciate the side to side of movement of the torso as they put weight onto the leg.

Appreciate that rotational movement as well.

It is not about being too stiff. it is also not about rotating as much as possible. It is about finding the right amount that feels balanced to you.
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Keep in mind that this is for educational purposes only. This does not replace medical advice.

If you are looking for more professional guidance from a running expert, check out the link in my bio!

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