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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


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


What Your Running Form Looks Like When You’re Tired — and Why It Matters
Your form probably looks pretty solid in the first few miles of a long run or race. Posture tall, cadence sharp, footstrike clean. But...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Jun 1, 20253 min read


Are You Recovering Enough? How to Know When Your Body Is Ready to Train Again
Runners are great at pushing — we’ll show up, grind through workouts, and find another gear when it counts. But most of us are not great...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
May 23, 20253 min read


Injury Highlight: Hip Flexor Strain
Hip flexor strains may occur in runners, especially if they have weak core or glute muscles or spend long hours sitting. You might feel...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
May 18, 20253 min read


Understanding Training Load: How to Avoid Overtraining and Burnout
Training harder doesn’t always mean training smarter. If you’re chasing performance goals, it’s easy to fall into the trap of doing more...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
May 11, 20253 min read


Why Every Runner Should Be Running Hills
The Fast Bananas RUNsource 2024 photo by Alan Lam If you're looking to get stronger, faster, and more efficient — without stacking on a...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
May 4, 20254 min read


Why Your Warm-Up Matters (and What Most Runners Get Wrong)
Let’s get one thing straight: warming up is not optional. But it’s also not just jogging slowly for five minutes or swinging your legs...

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


Injury Highlight: Hip Impingement in Runners
Hip pain can sneak up on runners after miles of pounding the pavement, especially when they’re pushing mileage or intensity. Sometimes,...

Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT
Apr 20, 20254 min read
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