Running Resources from the Running PTs

therunningpt2021-02-17T16:12:55-05:00February 17th, 2021|

A recent research study compared hip strengthening vs. knee strengthening program’s effect on patellofemoral pain. What is patellofemoral pain? Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is pain at the front of the knee, and is a very [...]

Strength and Explosive Training

therunningpt2021-02-10T20:45:47-05:00February 10th, 2021|

It is not a big surprise that runners like to run. Due to the desire to get in more miles, we will typically not place emphasis on a designated time for strength and power [...]

Why is progression of training important?

therunningpt2020-09-12T18:59:06-04:00September 12th, 2020|

Research shows that there is an appropriate ratio of acute vs. chronic load to determine risk of injury; it is referred to as acute chronic workload ratio (ACWR). The ratio is determined by the [...]

Lack of Time

therunningpt2020-07-15T16:24:10-04:00May 6th, 2020|

When you run, you need to withstand greater than 2.5x your body on each leg with each stride. Your body not only needs to tolerate this load, but it also needs to get off [...]

Foot posture 101

therunningpt2020-07-15T17:21:48-04:00April 20th, 2020|

The concept of having good foot posture is similar to having good trunk posture. You need to be able to find neutral and know how to activate the "core" stabilizers. How do I find [...]

Can hip strengthening improve my run form?

therunningpt2020-04-15T12:10:05-04:00April 13th, 2020|

Clinically, we often see lower extremity injuries in patients with hip weakness. This hip weakness can also manifest itself in run form impairments. What does hip weakness look like while running? Hip drop and/or [...]