How Runners Can Reset Their Injuries (Properly)

by | Jan 14, 2021 | Injury Prevention

If you have ever dealt with a running injury, you likely followed this timeline:


  1. Ignore it for a bit to see if it goes away
  2. Reduce your run distance to take it easy
  3. Start spacing runs out for more recovery
  4. Take a week or two off to see if that fixes it

What usually happens in this circumstance?

Well, if you’re like most of my runners, you either start back at number one, say “the hell with it, I’ll just keep running,” or you get depressed.

What most runners don’t realize is that early intervention can turn most running injuries around quickly.

If you’ve struggled with injury in the past, or maybe currently injured, take a look at this video.

Learn how to turn around your injuries quickly so you can get back to running faster.

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