A Doctor of Physical Therapy keeping runners of all shapes and sizes injury free (specifically those over the age of 35). Running Tips, home workouts, & rehab. Strength and Injury Prevention for Runners
Shin Splints? Here’s Your Fast-Fix Plan
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Hey there Reader Have you ever felt that nagging, burning ache along the inside of your shin—just when your training was finally rolling? Here’s the good news: with the right combo of load management, targeted strength, and a smart return-to-run plan, you can kick shin pain to the curb for good. 🔑 Today’s Quick-Win Checklist
👉 Watch the companion YouTube video → Need More Structure?My 12-Week Foot & Ankle Strength Program gives you progressive workouts, mobility drills, and weekly check-ins—everything you need to rebuild stronger shins and bulletproof your stride.
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A Doctor of Physical Therapy keeping runners of all shapes and sizes injury free (specifically those over the age of 35). Running Tips, home workouts, & rehab. Strength and Injury Prevention for Runners
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Hey there Reader You’ve been patient. You’ve rested. You’ve stretched. The pain is finally gone. So why does running still feel off? Why does that old injury keep creeping back in when you try to push your mileage? Here’s the hard truth: Most runners return too soon—without knowing if their body is truly ready. And that’s why they stay stuck in the cycle of rest, run, reinjury. But that cycle ends today. Let’s talk about how to know for sure if you’re ready to run again—and how to do it the...