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As runners, it’s not uncommon to feel tightness or soreness after runs. But if you’re worried that you’re starting to experience something more serious - this post is for you.
I have a confession to make: at the beginning of this month, I started to develop some ankle pain.
After finishing my rece...
One Simple, But Eye Opening Exercise
My daughter is seven months old. She’s been starting to experiment with pulling up on objects to try to stand. Of course, she needs a close eye and support, or else she won’t be able to balance for longer than a second or two.
As a physical therapist, I know ...
If you’re looking to reduce injury risk while running, it’s important to differentiate pain vs discomfort.
As runners, we know that some level of discomfort is part of the sport. Whether it’s the burning in our quads during a tough hill repeat, the soreness after a long run, or t
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Running gait analysis is a powerful tool for understanding running-related injuries (RRIs)—especially if your pain shows up during or shortly after a run. As a physical therapist, observing how someone moves is a foundational part of identifying the root cause of injury and creating an effective
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Whether you're new to running or have years of experience, how you train can determine everything from your injury risk to whether you hit that PR—and even how much you enjoy the sport.
But what does training really mean?
It’s not just about workouts like long runs, tempo efforts, and intervals. T...
