by Steve Gonser PT DPT | May 24, 2022 | Injury Prevention
“It’s just some soreness or a muscle strain. I can run through it.” As a Physical Therapist, I hear this all the time. Most runners ignore their first symptoms, but this strategy will get you in trouble. Here’s Why:Minor setbacks can easily turn into serious injuries....
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | May 19, 2022 | Injury Prevention
For runners over 40, the occasional running injury is likely. That’s just part of the gig. However, injuries don’t have to derail your running long-term. Here’s the thing:You can recover from most running injuries in just 7 DAYS. The key is that you need to take the...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Apr 28, 2022 | Injury Prevention
It’s common for runners struggling with knee pain and soreness to get stuck in a cycle of re-injury. As a Physical Therapist, I see it all the time. But it doesn’t have to be this way. If you handle the injury correctly, you can get back to running and avoid re-injury...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Apr 19, 2022 | Injury Prevention, Strength Training
“If I can just get through the first mile, my (ankle, knee, hip, etc.) feels okay.” One of the trickiest areas for injury recovery is when a runner only needs a few minutes to “warm-up.” After doing so, their pain and soreness goes away. As a Physical Therapist, I can...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Apr 15, 2022 | Injury Prevention, Strength Training
If you’re a runner who “just runs,” you may be putting yourself at risk for injury. As a Physical Therapist, I find that runners often misunderstand the concept of building strength. They think that running a lot will make them stronger. Here’s the trouble:Runners who...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Mar 29, 2022 | Injury Prevention
Did you know most running injuries are caused by imbalances? As a Physical Therapist, I find that imbalances often result from weakness or tightness in the hips and ankles. Here’s the trouble:Most runners aren’t even aware they have imbalances. They work through their...
