This afternoon I had the opportunity to share an overview of evidence-based recovery tools that every runner should know about. Recovery isn’t just “nice to have”—it’s a critical part of training that helps the body repair, adapt, and stay injury-free. 🏃‍♀️💪 Here’s what we covered: 🔹 Massage Therapy – Improves circulation, reduces soreness, and targets high-stress areas like calves, IT band, and hip flexors. (Tip: don’t schedule right before race day!) 🔹 Acupuncture – When performed by a sports medicine practitioner, it helps stimulate blood flow, reduce inflammation, and support recovery from issues like plantar fasciitis and Achilles pain. 🔹 Red Light Therapy (Photobiomodulation) – Works at the cellular level to boost mitochondrial function and ATP production, helping tissues repair faster and reducing muscle fatigue. 🔹 TENS Units – Great for muscle recovery and pain modulation. This tool, popularized by elite athletes, is a cost-effective way to support training. 🔹 Recovery Boots – Enhance circulation and speed recovery after tough runs. While some models are pricey, there are now more affordable options for everyday athletes. 💡 Key takeaway: Recovery is where the magic happens. Without it, training can lead to fatigue, overuse injuries, and performance plateaus—especially for masters runners. By intentionally integrating these tools, you can train smarter, prevent setbacks, and keep building resilience for the long run. Which of these recovery tools have you tried—or are curious to try? Drop your experience below ⬇️

This week’s run clinic with Dr. Heather was packed with insights every runner needs. She broke down why strength training is your insurance policy against running injuries—and showed how the right exercises can prevent setbacks before they even start. Inside the session, Dr. Heather covered: ✅ How repetitive stress from running leads to compensation patterns and injuries ✅ Why IT Band Syndrome, shin splints, and runner’s knee happen—and what exercises actually fix them ✅ The surprising truth about Achilles tendonitis (hint: more calf raises aren’t always the solution) ✅ How hip flexor pain is often linked to weak glutes and core, and which movements restore balance ✅ Why a personalized gait analysis is the missing piece for many runners battling recurring pain If you’ve ever dealt with tight hips, aching knees, or stubborn shin splints, this replay is a must-watch. You’ll walk away knowing what to do differently in your strength training—and why it matters for your long-term running health. 👉 Watch the replay inside the PR Pursuits classroom and start applying these strategies today. And don’t forget—next Tuesday’s live clinic with Coach Mel will cover another key topic to keep you running stronger, longer.

We’ll cover: The 5 most common running injuries (ITB, shin splints, runner’s knee, Achilles, hip flexor strain) Why strength training is your secret weapon for prevention Simple, at-home exercises you can do in 10–15 minutes, 2–3x per week Tips to run stronger, longer, and injury-free When: 9/18/2025 at 9am PST/12pm EST Where: Online – join from anywhere! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned marathoner, this webinar will give you the tools to stay strong and run pain-free. See you all tomorrow LIVE! Or catch the replay inside the classroom

🗓 Date: Tomorrow⏰ Time: 12:00 PM EST / 9:00 AM PST Are you ready to take your running to the next level? Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just getting started, proper running form is a game-changer when it comes to preventing injuries and improving your performance. Join us for a LIVE 30-minute presentation where we’ll dive into the importance of proper running form and how it can help you stay injury-free, run faster, and recover quicker. Learn actionable tips and techniques to optimize your posture, foot strike, and cadence so you can run with more efficiency and less pain. What You’ll Learn: - The most common running injuries and how to avoid them - Key elements of proper running form that can help prevent injury - The science behind why form matters for injury prevention and performance - Practical tips to improve your form, including warm-ups, strength training, and footwear - Plus, we’ll have a live Q&A session where you can get all your questions answered! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make your running journey safer and more enjoyable! 👉 Save your spot now and join us tomorrow at 12 PM EST / 9 AM PST! 👈

If you missed the LIVE webinar today on which is better to have included in your training schedule - Rest or Recovery or Both then head over to the Classroom to grab the cheat sheet I put together for everyone here. Apologies as there must have been a technical error as the webinar was not recorded ☹️