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In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn what to do when you have foot pain keeping you from running as much as you want.

I review questions I typically ask and why they’re important so you can take these questions and ask yourself to start forming some answers for what would work for your foot pain. I give an example of a runDisney runner who has foot pain, DNF a 2 Course Challenge at runDisney this year, and I give an example from when I sprained my ankle 20 years ago.

Some discussion points include shoes, ice, heat, foam rolling, and activity limitations.

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In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn how long you need treat your pain when you’re dealing with running injuries. 

You need to do the treatment for sufficient time before switching methods. Specific treatment durations were provided, including 10-20 minutes for ice/heat, 3-5 minutes for ice baths, up to two weeks for cortisone shots, and 8-12 weeks for strength exercises.  Consistent treatment is crucial, and misconceptions regarding Tylenol and NSAIDs were addressed.

Running injury treatments discussed include:

• Ice
• Heat
• Cortisone shot
• NSAIDs
• Tylenol
• Rest
• Strength
• Stretching

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In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn how to strength train the right way as an injury-prone runner.

You’ll learn what muscles to strengthen, how to strengthen them, what weights you should be using (how heavy to lift), what machines or movements you should be doing and more.

If you haven’t listened to part 1 of this 2 part series about avoiding the top 5 mistakes, make sure to listen to that one. It’s episode 111 because if you don’t stop doing all the wrong things, no matter how right you get all these workouts you won’t get stronger and you’ll keep getting injured.

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• Stronger. Faster. Finisher. Program.
• Episode 111: Part 1 Strength Training for Injury-Prone runDisney Runners

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In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn the top 5 activities to avoid when you’re strength training as an injury-prone runner.

This is part 1 of a 2 part free training series. In this part you’re learning how to stop putting the brakes on all your progress. No matter how right you get everything else, the right strength exercises, the right workout schedule, targeting the right muscles… if you don’t stop doing these things you won’t ever make progress.

Stay tuned for episode 112 where you’ll learn exactly how to set up your strength training program the right way with what exercises to do, how much weight to lift and how to schedule it around your running schedule.

Mentioned in this episode: Stronger. Faster. Finisher. Click here to learn more and enroll in the program.

Episode 112: Part 2 Strength Training for Injury-Prone runDisney Runners

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In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn how to prevent knee pain and achieve long-term running success.

The best way to do this is by focusing on six key pillars: strength training, running training, rest, stretching, equipment, and diet.  

These pillars must be balanced, with "build" activities complemented by "support" activities like rest and recovery to prevent injury and overtraining.  A gradual approach to running, runner-specific strength training to build strength and prevent injuries.

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In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn what to do when you’re thinking you may need KT tape or knee braces to support your knee during your training.

KT Tape and Knee braces add external support to your knee and you may need them. There may be benefit from doing other things to give your knee support from the inside.

In this episode I discuss ways to determine which to use.

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In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn how to decide what exercises to do when you’re an injury-prone runner.

In this episode I discuss the importance of a comprehensive strength training for runners, emphasizing the importance of addressing weaknesses in all major muscle groups (legs, core, arms) to prevent injuries like runner's knee, rather than solely focusing on painful areas.  

There are two methods for selecting appropriate exercises: you can do exercises that include movements at all joints and in all directions each joint goes, and making sure you include all major muscle groups. For injury-prone runners who aren’t sure how to do that or don’t want to Google how to do that they can work with a coach, physical therapist or program. for assistance

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In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn if squats and lunges are the best exercises for runners with knee injuries.

You’ll learn how to decide if you should be doing squats and lunges with the need for a thorough assessment considering pain levels, triggers, running schedules, and existing strength routines before starting any exercise program.  

For most injury-prone runDisney runners I recommend getting personalized guidance from a physical therapist, cautioning against self-treatment based on online resources or limited advice from primary care physicians. 

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In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn how to finish the Dopey Challenge even when you’re injury-prone without getting injured.

There are a few things to balance during your training including how much you’re running, how many miles you’re adding each week, strength training, stretching, recovery and fueling.

In this episode you’ll learn about focusing on strength training to finish the Dopey Challenge race.

If you’re interested in learning about strength training for injury-prone runDisney runners I invite you to join the free workshop “Strengthing Training for injury-prone runDisney Runners” on March 5, 2025. Register here before March 4, 2025.

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In this episode of Running to the Castle you’ll learn how to get rid of plantar fasciitis pain before race day, like Princess Half Marathon Weekend.

Learn about managing plantar fasciitis before a race with pain management (ice, heat, Epsom salt baths, massage) and the importance of distinguishing between short-term (inflammation) and long-term (scar tissue) treatments.  As a reminder, while massage helps short-term pain, long-term prevention requires strengthening exercises, the focus should be on preventative strength training in the off-season and immediate pain relief when you’re training for a race or getting close to race day.

Links mentioned in this episode: Free Workshop: Strength Training for Injury-Prone runDisney runners

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• Follow me on Instagram @rundisneydpt
• Join the Facebook Community to get training support
• Check out FREE training plans for injury-prone runDisney runners on my website.
• Book a Free 30 minute Call with me if you're wondering how you should train and if working together makes sense.
  
  Hi, I'm Dr. Ali
  I've been running for 15+ years and been in the rehab space since 2012 when I earned my Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree. I get injury prone runDisney runners across the finish line without feeling broken.