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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5 Common Mistakes Runners Make That Cause Pain (And How to Avoid Them)
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 rec...
by Dr. Erin Kennedy Dalisay —
May 23, 2025
How a 10-Second Test Can Transform Your Running and Longevity
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 t...
May 16, 2025
The Runner's Strength Checklist
Can You Pass These 5 Runner’s Strength Tests?
I personally used to dread the summer training cycle.
This was before becoming a physical therapist or a run coach. It’s hard for me to perform in the heat, and moving to Virginia didn’t help either. Holy humidity!
But after doing my research on the b...
by Erin Kennedy Dalisay —
May 09, 2025
Foundations First: Why Base Building Matters More Than You Think
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(And how it leads to faster running later.)
What's the most common mistake both beginner and experienced runners make?
It's not taking their base building phase seriously enough.
Whether you're training for your first 5K or gearing up for a half marathon or full marathon, skipping this essentia...
May 02, 2025
For the Long Run