Stop Running. Your Body is Broken - Fix It First!

Running can be a joy, but it can lead to serious setbacks without proper maintenance and injury prevention. Imagine hitting the Vancouver seawall and noticing runners with overpronation and misaligned knees—these common imbalances can spell trouble. With my three decades of experience in the wellness industry, I spotlight the alarmingly high injury rates among runners and the tendency to overlook body maintenance until it's too late. I even recount a personal story from a fitness tour in Israel to underline the necessity of proper recovery and maintenance. Just as a car needs regular servicing to run smoothly, your body does, too.This episode highlights the critical role of assessing and correcting movement patterns with professional help, whether from a physical therapist or a qualified coach. We delve into targeted exercises that enhance body function, reduce injury risks, and emphasize the importance of core and hip strength training in supporting your runs. Regular mobility exercises can make a difference, and active recovery methods like light walking or gentle cycling can help with muscle repair. Throughout the episode, the message is clear—listen to your body, address pain promptly, and use the expert guidance and resources we share to keep yourself running smoothly.Resources:American College of Sports MedicineJournal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical TherapyNational Institutes of HealthThe Ready StateIdo PortalTEXT ME here - Have a question? Comment? Feedback? I’d love to hear from you. Support the showA Message from Dai, host of The 2% Solution Podcast:Hey—before you go…Thanks for being here. Seriously.Every listen, every share, every message… it all adds up. And it’s what keeps this whole thing moving forward.This show is built on a simple idea:👉 small, consistent shifts can change everythingAnd if something in today’s episode sparked even a 2% shift for you… That’s a win.🚀 Want to Take This Further?If you’re ready to actually apply what you’re learning, I’ve put together a bunch of free resources for you:👉 Free Downloads + Tools: crossfitbc.com (Simple guides, habit builders, and resources to help you take action)👉 Calculators + Training Tools: crossfitbc.com/tools (From fitness benchmarks to performance tools—use these to track progress)👉 Top Articles to Start With: crossfitbc.com/blog (Real-world strategies on training, mindset, and building consistency)👊 If You’re in Vancouver (or Visiting)Come train with us at CrossFit BC.We’ve got coaching, community, and a system that actually helps you stick with it.👉 Start here: crossfitbc.com/start-here (Your first 3 classes are on us)...