Injuries are multi-factorial, and injury prevention is complex. In this episode, we chat with Dr. Victoria Sekely on injury risk, strength training, running form, and more. She will guide you through myths, facts, and nuance around running related injuries. You will learn: ✅ Are some runners more injury-prone? ✅ Is pronation a big deal - or normal? ✅ How to manipulate training load ✅ The mind-body connection of pain tolerance ✅ Does Pilates reduce your injury risk? ✅ Ice vs heat vs NSAID use for injury ✅ Can your (under)fueling habits increase your injury risk? ✅ Can you race through an injury? ✅ The number 1 thing a PT wants you to do to reduce injury risk Victoria Sekely is a Physical Therapist with a passion for all things running. Victoria graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Georgetown University and went on to complete her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from New York University. Victoria is also a USATF Level 1 and RRCA certified run coach. She is dedicated to helping runners of all levels by using her skills and knowledge to assist runners who are rehabbing from an injury, interested in injury prevention, and/or looking to improve their training with custom running programs. Thank you to our sponsors: ➡️ BodyBio: Research-backed, practitioner-trusted supplements. Use code AMANDA25 for 25% off at https://runtothefinish.com/bodybio/ ➡️ Previnex: Previnex creates clinically effective, third-party tested supplements made with high-quality ingredients. Use the code treadlightly for 15% off your first order at previnex.com Let’s stay connected: ➡️ Join our community at patreon.com/treadlightlyrunning ➡️ Tread Lightly Running Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treadlightlyrunning/ ➡️ Laura Norris Running on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauranorrisrunning/ ➡️ Hundreds of evidence-based training tips on Laura’s website: https://lauranorrisrunning.com/ ➡️ Run to the Finish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runtothefinish/?hl=en ➡️ Thousands of running gear reviews and training guides: https://runtothefinish.com/
