What if running isn't the problem?

It’s interesting how we're told to stop when we have pain or discomfort as runners.

What if running isn’t the problem?

What if the discomfort just shows up when we’re running?

As a physical therapist, I must obtain 36 credit hours of continuing education every three years to keep my license active. I love learning especially when I have courses like this one to choose from:

Running Resiliency - the movement optimism approach to tending the runner's ecosystem, instructor: Greg Lehman.   

We understand more about pain— how it’s influenced by everything in our lives. This is great news because we have options! 

When I was told to stop running in my 20s I was devastated. I was having knee pain and instead of the healthcare professional linking me up with someone who could guide me back to running he said, “Stop.” 

Thankfully I didn’t give up though I was on the edge. It was a LONG road back. 

I didn’t hear things like “You’re adaptable.” 

“Let’s calm things down and build things back up.” 

“Running can be a part of your rehab.” 

“You don’t need fixing.”  

Do you hear these things? 

If you’re a runner currently dealing with a running-related injury yes your tissues are involved but other things are involved too. I hope you are linked up with someone who believes our bodies are adaptable, robust, and strong. (And this message isn’t just for runners)  

Maybe these two questions will help:  

How can we “calm things down”? 

How can we “build things back up”? 

If I can be a resource to you please let me know. I’m just an email away. :) 

Thank you for being here and please share with a runner in your life.

Take good care,

Julie