Running Resources from the Running PTs

Zoe Werner2026-04-30T11:45:24-04:00April 30th, 2026|

As spring race season hits full stride in the Triangle, many runners are finding that increased mileage is bringing an uninvited guest: nagging knee pain. Whether it’s a sharp ache during a downhill or [...]

Why Physical Therapy in the Raleigh Area is the Missing Link in Your Training

Zoe Werner2026-04-01T13:10:57-04:00April 2nd, 2026|

For a dedicated athlete, being “good enough” isn’t the standard—the goal is to be great. Yet, many runners treat their bodies with a reactive mindset, only seeking professional help when they’re sidelined by pain. [...]

Reset the System: How Dry Needling Breaks the Cycle of Chronic Muscle Tightness

Zoe Werner2026-03-17T16:34:06-04:00March 19th, 2026|

If you find yourself constantly leaning against a curb to stretch a tight calf or obsessively foam rolling a stubborn hamstring, you’re likely fighting a battle that stretching won't win. Many runners come to [...]

Custom Over Convenience: Why Your Stride Deserves Specialized Arch Support Inserts

Zoe Werner2026-02-17T14:33:28-05:00February 19th, 2026|

When you’re jogging on the greenways or out chasing a PR, your feet are doing the heavy lifting, literally. For every mile you run, your feet absorb forces reaching up to three times your [...]

Relieving the Strain: Plantar Fascia Insoles

Zoe Werner2026-02-03T15:22:08-05:00February 5th, 2026|

As runners, we know that plantar fasciitis is one of the most frustrating hurdles you can face. That sharp, stabbing pain in your heel during those first steps of the morning or the first [...]

Smoothing Your Stride: How IASTM Tools Keep You on the Road

Zoe Werner2026-01-14T16:31:11-05:00January 15th, 2026|

As runners, we often think of our training in terms of miles, pace, and heart rate. But at the foundational level, your performance is dictated by tissue quality. Every time you hit the pavement, [...]