How to Prevent & Heal Common Running Injuries (Runner’s Knee, Plantar Fasciitis, Hip Strain) with Dr. Rachel Heller, DPT

Tired of sitting on the sidelines? In this episode, we’re sitting down with physical therapist, yoga teacher, and marathoner Dr. Rachel Heller, DPT, to break down how to keep your body healthy, strong, and injury-free through every training cycle. We discuss running injuries, physical therapy, injury prevention, injury rehab, marathoning, and more!Whether you're training for your first marathon or dealing with nagging pain, Dr. Heller shares actionable rehab and prevention strategies for the most common issues runners face.In the episode, we cover:Dr. Rachel Heller’s journey from her first marathon to running the NYC MarathonWhy she launched her physical therapy practice to empower athletesRunner’s Knee: Root causes, quick fixes, and long-term preventionPlantar Fasciitis: How to rehab foot pain without stopping running completelyHip Flexor Strain: Strengthening vs. stretching for optimal hip healthThe mental side of pain management and recoveryEssential strength and mobility tips for long-distance runnersWhat it’s like to be an entrepreneur in the health spaceConnect with Dr. Heller:Instagram: @thebalancedrachConnect & Support:Enjoying the show? Follow/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify so you never miss an episode!Leave a 5-star rating and review to help more runners find the podcast.Newsletter: Subscribe for Recipes & Health TipsSupport the Show: Pledge your support for less than a cup of coffee!Instagram: @healthbyhavenWebsite: healthbyhaven.comSpecial thanks to our Season 5 sponsor, Avodah Massage Therapy!Support the show