The Running Explained Podcast

s3/e23 Rehab vs. Prehab with Dr. Marie Whitt, DPT (@dr.whitt.fit)

06.22.2023 - By Elisabeth ScottPlay

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What's the difference between preventative work and rehabbing an injury? What is a physical therapist considering when you're coming in with an injury versus creating a preventative framework or targeting performance optimization? Dr. Marie Whitt, DPT (@dr.whitt.fit) rejoins the show to talk all things rehab vs prehab!

What is rehab vs prehab?

Differences in phases of injury rehab: where we start and where we're going

Load, reps, and frequency

Is rehab/prehab also strength training?

When exercises serve more than one function (strength? mobility? power?)

Time-savers for including "all the things" in your training

How much strength training do you REALLY need?

Key exercises to build strength and power

Explosive vs reactive strength

When is it time to see a physical therapist?

FREE Strength Guide from Dr. Marie Whitt: https://drwhittfit.ck.page/strengthchallenge 

Dr. Marie Whitt, DPT, is runner and a sports Physical Therapist. Her job is to help runners train smarter to get stronger, and be faster by improving movement so you can run your best and compete at your highest level!

https://www.drwhittfit.com

https://www.instagram.com/dr.whitt.fit

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