36. Return to Running Post Injury

“There is not a one-size-fits-all return to running program or protocol,” explains host Dr. Andrew. Post-injury, it may be challenging to figure out returning to running safely. Since there is no one way to heal, Dr. Andrew lays out different ways to become a runner once again.   If you injure yourself from running, you may believe that all you need to do is rest. Although taking a break is worthwhile, it may not prevent the problem from happening again. The most important action to take if you have an injury is to get to the root of the problem and determine what you can do to be an efficient runner for the rest of your life.    No matter what your circumstance is, you can return to running post-injury. Learn more about developing an individualized training plan, rest and recovery, and how to prevent running-related injuries in the first place.    Quotes • “There is not a one-size-fits-all return to running program or protocol. Everybody's situation is unique and different.” (3:36-3:42 | Andrew) • “Make sure you give yourself adequate time for recovery between your runs as you build your volume back up.” (7:35-7:41 | Andrew) • “You don't just run and then when something hurts you rest it. And then when it feels better, you go back to running, because then that same cycle is going to continue to happen.” (11:28-11:37 | Andrew) • “Don't wait to address something that's bothering you until it gets to the point where you're forced to address it.” (14:11-14:16 | Andrew) • “I'm in the business of trying to help people get back to the activities that they love to do and not deal with the nagging injuries that continue to plague us.” (24:04-24:12 | Andrew)     Links   Connect with Physio Room:  Website | ​​https://physioroomco.com/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/physioroomco/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/physioroomco Andrew’s Personal Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dr.andrewfix/  Andrew’s Personal Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/andrew.fix.9/   Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm