How To Return To Running After An Injury

RunwithKat Show

Being injured as a runner is not fun. And the number one question every runner wants to know is if they can continue running or when they are allowed to start running. But, instead, the question should be how much should they run? Coming back from an injury safely is just as important as the rehab. In fact, it’s actually part of the rehab. So, in this episode, Dr. Jenna Nitowaki- Luu will discuss how to safely return to runing after an injury.
00:00
Introduction

03:11
Can You Run with an Injury?

05:13
Making Running Part of Your Rehab

12:10
Running Within Your Means

18:40
Returning to Running Safely

23:24
Variables to Consider in Running

27:30
Adding Variables to Training

40:45
Transitioning to Normal Running

46:27
One Piece of Advice

48:26
The Importance of Not Comparing Yourself

49:15
Connect with Jenna Nitowski-Luu

50:14
Conclusion and Call to Action

About Jenna
Dr. Jenna Nitowski-Luu is a chiropractor, coach and owner of Lotus Spine and Strength. Her previous experience with chronic injuries as a runner led her to pursuing her education and opening her own practice. She works with a variety of patients, but runners specifically seek care at Lotus due to her experience with running-related injuries. Her main goal is to keep runners running, which she pursues through patient care, but also by teaching rehab to other clinicians as well. Follow her for clinical and running-related content @dr.j.nitowski on Instagram and find more about her services at lotusspine.com
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