Published Feb 8, 2024

337. Ask the Physical Therapist! Caitlin Alexander, DPT Answers Your Injury Questions

Caitlin Alexander, DPT, dives into essential injury prevention strategies for runners, focusing on tendon health, aging considerations, and the crucial role of strength training. She shares expert advice on managing training loads, understanding pain, and the importance of targeted warm-ups and exercises to maintain peak performance and prevent injuries.

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- Why is strength training important?
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- What are the benefits of strength training?
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- How can I prevent overtraining?
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- How does mobility impact athletic performance and injury prevention?
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- What is the best warm-up routine?
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- How can I prevent running injuries?
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- Am I overtraining?
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- Can you provide more information on strength training for older adults?
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337. Ask the Physical Therapist! Caitlin Alexander, DPT Answers Your Injury Questions

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Injury PreventionCaitlin Alexander, a physical therapist and professional triathlete, shares insights on injury prevention for runners. She emphasizes efficient strategies, managing training loads, and understanding pain to maintain long-term health.

Injury Prevention

Tendon HealthCaitlin Alexander shares insights on effective loading strategies and rehabilitation approaches for tendon health. She emphasizes the importance of strength training and consistent load to prevent injuries and manage tendinitis.

Tendon Health

Aging and RunningCaitlin Alexander discusses the necessary adjustments in strength training and warm-up routines for aging runners. She highlights the importance of targeted exercises and thorough warm-ups to maintain performance and prevent injuries.

Aging and Running

Strength TrainingCaitlin Alexander discusses the importance of single leg exercises and balancing workouts to enhance running performance and prevent injuries. She provides insights into effective strength training strategies and the significance of recognizing fatigue signals.

Strength Training

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