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The Mental Load That’s Slowing Down Your Running
You’re training smart, eating well, doing all the “right” things but your runs feel flat, your body feels heavy, and your motivation’s dipping. Sound familiar? This might not be a training problem. It might be a nervous system problem. Runners are often hyper-aware of physical load, but we tend to overlook the mental and emotional load we’re carrying. The body doesn’t separate physical and psychological stress it all gets processed through the same system: your autonomic ne

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
19 hours ago2 min read


Running Through Hanukkah, Christmas, Holidays and Chaos: How to Protect Your Energy
December is loud. It’s family, food, events, end-of-year work deadlines, and let’s not forget the pressure to “make the most of the...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Dec 21, 20253 min read


Stop Starting Over: How to Build a Running Habit That Survives the Holidays
If the holidays have a way of derailing your running routine, you’re not alone. Schedules shift. Daylight disappears. The weather turns cold. Suddenly you’re traveling, navigating social events, or juggling family and work in ways that make sticking to a plan feel next to impossible. But you don’t need to start over in January . You just need a plan that fits into real life. One that doesn’t fall apart the moment things get busy. Why Consistency Feels So Hard This Time of Yea

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Dec 7, 20253 min read


Gratitude Miles: Why Slowing Down Might Be Exactly What You Need Right Now
Let’s talk about something runners hate to admit or acknowledge: you don’t have to earn your rest, and you don’t have to push to make...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Nov 16, 20253 min read


Are You a Runner If You Walk? Yes.
Right now we are in the height of marathon season and sometimes for those runners that don't run a marathon, run fast or walk a little...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Nov 9, 20253 min read


How to Build a Running Habit When Life Gets Chaotic
Life isn’t always predictable. Whether you're balancing parenting, deadlines, or recovering from poor sleep, maintaining a running...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Aug 31, 20253 min read


Why Runners Need Plyometrics and Power at Every Age
Many runners are doing a better job at integrating strength training into their weekly routine. That’s a win. But even the strongest...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Aug 24, 20253 min read


How to Handle a Bad Run
Not every run feels great. In fact, some running feels terrible. You might be dragging your feet, watching your pace fall apart, or...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Aug 17, 20253 min read


Running Form Isn’t Static: How Your Stride Changes with Speed, Fatigue, and Hills
There’s no such thing as perfect running form. That’s not just a catchphrase—it’s backed by both research and clinical experience. Your...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Aug 3, 20253 min read


The Morning Run Advantage: Does Time of Day Affect Performance and Injury Risk?
Runners are creatures of habit. Whether it’s a standing sunrise loop or a late-day stress reliever, your training schedule likely follows...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Jul 27, 20253 min read


Is That Pain Just Soreness—or the Start of an Injury?
Every runner has asked it: “Is this just normal soreness… or am I about to get injured?” It’s a fine line—and knowing how to read your...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Jul 20, 20253 min read


Heat, Humidity, and Hustle: How to Train (and Race) Smart in the Summer
Let’s be honest: running in the summer can feel like a slow roast. Whether you’re chasing race goals or just trying to stay consistent,...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Jul 13, 20253 min read


The Chain Reaction: How One Small Weakness Creates a Cascade of Running Injuries
When a runner walks into the clinic with knee pain, it’s rarely just the knee’s fault. What seems like a “local” issue often started...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Jul 6, 20253 min read


Return to Run: What Runners Get Wrong After Injury
Getting back to running after an injury isn’t just about being cleared—it’s about returning with a plan that reflects how your body...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Jun 29, 20254 min read


Tendons Love Load: 3 Things Runners Can Do to Keep Their Tendons Strong with Age
As runners, we spend a lot of time thinking about muscles, shoes, and pace. But if there’s one part of your body that quietly takes a...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Jun 8, 20253 min read


Apps, Watches, or Nothing at All? How to Make Data Work for Your Running
Tech has completely changed the way we run. You no longer need to guess your pace or use a stopwatch and a paper map to figure out your...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Mar 30, 20255 min read


Consistency is Key in Running: Why Smaller Steps Build Bigger Gains
Running six miles once a week is far more likely to lead to injury than running one or two miles several times a week. For runners,...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Dec 5, 20242 min read
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