80% of runners will deal with injuries at some point. So, what do you need to know about running injuries? And how can you nip those niggles in the butt?
Physical therapist Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards explores the factors that contribute to this injury rate and how you can shift your perspective on athletic identity and injury prevention.
Key Takeaways:
- The emotional attachment to running can influences injury perception and management
- Treating the whole athlete, not just the injury, is key to rehab
- Some strategies for breaking the injury cycle
- And common misconceptions about running injuries — including treatment as a female athlete
Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards is a renowned physical therapist, author, and speaker, specializing in treating runners. With a focus on holistic health, she is the founder of Precision Performance & Physical Therapy and the author of Go Ahead, Stop and Pee. Kate's unique perspective is shaped by her journey as both a healthcare provider and a patient.
Episode Resources:
- Precision Performance & Physical Therapy
- Go Ahead, Stop and Pee: Running During Pregnancy and Postpartum (available on Amazon)
- Follow Kate on Instagram: @KateMickEdwards
- Listen to Kate's podcast, Interdisciplinary Case Miles
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