For the Long Run

A weekly newsletter exploring how to keep runners strong, healthy, and injury-free through every season of life. Blending personal insight with evidence-based strategies from my background in physical therapy and coaching—because running well is about more than just mileage, pacing and races. Running is for life.

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If you've been following along for some time, you know well that in the summer I begin to encourage your Summer of Strength! The summer is a great time to be focused on building a consistent habit of strength training. Most runners have completed their spring training cycle and are anticipating ...

by Dr. Erin Kennedy Dalisay — May 15, 2026

"That's nice, but when can I run again?"

This is a quote from a new client of mine last month. After explaining the results and findings of his assessment, he got to the point and asked: "That's nice, but when can I run again?" Sometimes as a clinician I can get wrapped up in clinical reasoning brain and forget the real underlying ques...

May 08, 2026

Running for Two (Round Two)

This past weekend, I ran the Monument 10k at 15 weeks pregnant with my second. My mom joined as well and honestly, it was one of the most fun races I've ever done! This is my second pregnancy, but I'm still learning how to adjust everyday to this new and changing experience. It helps me remembe...

by Dr Erin Kennedy Dalisay — Apr 24, 2026

The Wild West of Running Advice

I recently recomitted to posting on social media after a break, and let me tell you it's a Wild West out there! Let's break down a couple pieces of popularly circulating themes on the running internet... ANNOUNCEMENTS! 🎉 New Physical Therapy Office: Richmond, VA If you're a runner who's experien...

Apr 17, 2026

Stop Overthinking Your Running Form

If you're confused about your running form, you're not the only one. There are so many "hot takes" about running gait and patterns online, but if you dive into the research, a lot of this gets cleared up. As a running physical therapist, I believe it's important to view your running form to hel...

by Dr. Erin Kennedy Dalisay — Apr 10, 2026

Attn: Runners of RVA!!

Having pain with running? Looking for a running gait analysis? Know you need a personalized upgrade your strength program? Starting in April, I will be treating runners at my new location in the Fan District. (2310 1/2 W. Main St, Richmond, VA 23220) Schedule an in-person Complete Runner's Assess...

Mar 20, 2026

Is All Running Pain Connected?

Runners can often be experiencing pain in multiple locations at once. It's important to consider whether or not these pain points are all connected. I love running because it's a simple and accessible sport. All you need is a pair of shoes! (And then a watch, seasonal gear, long run fuel, race re...

by Dr. Erin Kennedy Dalisay — Mar 13, 2026

One Step Forward, Three Leaps Back

A universal truth about healing from injuries is that the process rarely goes exactly as we plan: smooth, instantaneous progress. Healing is not a smooth linear trajectory to victory. Either physically or mentally. Recovering from pain can feel like a hard hike. There are inclines surmounted by ...

Jan 30, 2026

Setting the Right Goals

Did you know that most New Year's resolutions are broken by about two weeks after January 1st? We're rounding out almost two weeks into the new year, and if you haven't stuck with your new resolution, it's not not that you've failed. It might be that you didn't set the right goal... ANNOUNCEMENT...

Jan 09, 2026

Stuck In the Medical Maze

ANNOUNCEMENTS! 🎉 Hey Runners of Richmond, VA! I’m treating more runners in-person. If you’re interested in flexible, convenient physical therapy to address your running injury, I’m currently taking on patients for mobile concierge care. I come to you! Shoot me an email [email protected] for ...

by Dr. Erin Kennedy Dalisay — Nov 21, 2025 pain with running return to run program running injuries running related injuries

She Could Never Run Past 15 Miles a Week - Here’s How We Fixed It

Have you ever experienced a running injury that only seems to happen if you hit some number of mileage per week? It’s a really common issue and one that leaves runners frustrated and questioning whether they’re fit for this kind of exercise. So if you’ve tried taking time off to rest, ice, maybe ...

Nov 14, 2025 long distance running return to run running injuries

Is Pain After a Race Normal?

Something that I really wish for the running community is that we stop normalizing pain as a medal of honor. We’re in the middle of marathon season, so you and your running friends might be celebrating your new medals after traveling to races. You might be seeing photos of medals all over your so...

Nov 07, 2025 half marathon marathon running injuries running with pain

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For the Long Run

A weekly newsletter exploring how to keep runners strong, healthy, and injury-free through every season of life. Blending personal insight with evidence-based strategies from my background in physical therapy and coaching—because running well is about more than just mileage, pacing and races. Running is for life.

For the Long Run

For the Long Run

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