Injury and Recovery
If you're experiencing any injury that alters your gait or worsens during a run, it's crucial to stop and consult a physical therapist. Elisabeth emphasizes the importance of listening to your body, especially when it comes to serious injuries like stress fractures. Beyond physical ailments, life stressors can also impact training, making it essential to recognize when to take a step back for your overall well-being.In this clip
From this podcast

The Running Explained Podcast
s4/e12 When SHOULD You Skip A Run or Workout? with Coach Elisabeth
Related Questions
When should someone not exercise on a regular basis if they are sick, such as with an infection?
Should you continue training when sick, as discussed in the episode s2/e35 How to Take Time Off & Keep Believing in Yourself with Kim Clark (@trackclubbabe) and the clip Prioritizing Health?
Should you continue training when sick, as discussed in the episode s3/e32 Quarterly Runner's Q\&A With Coach Elisabeth and the clip Navigating Running and Illness?