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What Runners Need to Know About Their Heart
Sometimes I feel like a broken record, but every year I like to tell my story. To build awareness in our running community. I like to...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Nov 2, 20254 min read


Running Safely This Halloween: Tricks, Treats, and Spooky Miles
Photo credit: Alan Lam October is one of the best times of the year to be a runner. The air is crisp, the humidity finally chills out,...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Oct 26, 20253 min read


Race Week Rules: What to Do (and NOT Do) in the 7 Days Before Your Race
Maybe you have a fall marathon planned or you are going to do a local 5k or 10k. Race week can be exciting and nerve wracking so let us help you get through it! Think of race week as a celebration, it is where all your training, planning, and consistency finally get to show off. And yet, this is also where many runners make avoidable mistakes, trying to cram in extra miles, changing routines, or obsessing over last-minute variables. So let’s get clear: the work is done . Your

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Oct 19, 20253 min read


Shin Splints vs. Bone Stress Injury: How to Tell the Difference
It’s a scenario most runners know well: you add miles to your long run, switch from treadmill to pavement, or start pushing paces and...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Oct 10, 20253 min read


Adaptation or Overtraining? Knowing When Fatigue Builds You Up or Breaks You Down
Fatigue is part of running. If you’ve ever finished a long run with heavy legs or felt that lingering soreness after hill repeats, you...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Oct 5, 20253 min read


Propulsion Starts Here: The Role of the Big Toe in Running
When runners talk about performance or injury, the focus usually lands on the knees, hips, or even cadence. But there’s one small joint...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Sep 25, 20253 min read


Running Doubles: Who Needs Them and Who Doesn’t
If you’ve been around competitive runners, you’ve probably heard about “doubles”—running twice a day. For elite athletes, double runs are...

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


Paws and Pavement: How to Run with Your Dog Without Wrecking Your Form
If you’ve ever seen a dog bolting down a trail with ears flying, legs stretching, total bliss on four paws, it’s easy to think, this is...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Sep 14, 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


Why You Can’t ‘Out-Run’ Stress: The Overlap of Training, Life Load, and Injury Risk
You’ve followed your plan. Your mileage looks right. Your strength sessions are dialed in. So why does your body still feel off, or...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Aug 10, 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


Running Form Breakdown: The Power of the Push-Off
When we think about running form, we often focus on cadence, foot strike, or how our arms move, and these are all important. But there’s...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Jun 22, 20253 min read


Injury Highlight: Peroneal Tendinopathy - What It Is and How to Fix It
Persistent discomfort along the outside of the ankle can be a real problem for runners, especially those who log high mileage on uneven...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Jun 15, 20253 min read
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