Active Mom Podcast: Pregnancy, Postpartum, Perimenopause, Menopause & Beyond · Carrie

Rehab Running Injuries Without Stopping Your Training: A Smarter Approach — with DR. LISA MITRO

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Dr. Carrie Pagliano reveals how to handle a marathon injury just three weeks before race day.

This episode of the Active Mom Podcast features host Dr. Keri Pagliano, a physical therapist, in conversation with guest Dr. Lisa, another physical therapist known online as Dr. Lisa. They discuss strategies for runners to manage injuries without halting their training. Dr. Lisa is based in Richmond, Virginia and has a notable presence in online running communities. The conversation addresses the common scenario where runners seek help for injuries close to a major race, like a marathon in three weeks. Dr. Lisa mentions her visibility in specific online spaces, including the Facebook group for the "Another Mother Runner" podcast. She notes that injury and pregnancy-related questions frequently arise in these female-dominated forums where people feel safe. The hosts explore the intersection of running with women's specific health phases like pregnancy and postpartum. A key insight is the emphasis on differentiating pain types to determine if running should continue or be modified. Dr. Lisa advocates for a framework that assesses whether pain is "okay" or "not okay" to run through, moving beyond simple pain scales. She argues that completely stopping activity is often not the best first solution for managing running injuries. The discussion suggests that many runners and coaches still default to recommending full rest when pain occurs. The episode presents the perspective that understanding load management and tissue capacity is crucial for runners dealing with discomfort. Dr. Lisa implies that a more nuanced approach can prevent the loss of fitness and psychological setbacks from stopping training. The tone is conversational and educational, blending professional expertise with relatable anecdotes from clinical and online experiences. This episode is ideal for runners, especially mothers, who are seeking practical, non-alarmist advice on training through niggles and injuries. Listeners looking for strict rest protocols or quick-fix solutions might find the discussed approach requires more personal assessment than they prefer.

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