Healthy Runner Podcast 277. Running Again After Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy Surgery with Tina Muir
[Download] The Ultimate Achilles Guide for Runners
Is stubborn Achilles pain keeping you from running the way you want to? In this powerful episode, we sit down with a former professional runner and CEO of Running for Real, Tina Muir who shares her personal journey through insertional Achilles tendinopathy — from the frustration of chronic pain to the difficult decision to undergo surgery, and ultimately, her triumphant return to running.
You’ll hear what it really takes to recover both physically and mentally, how she navigated setbacks, and what made the biggest difference in finally running pain-free.
Whether you’re managing heel pain now, considering surgery, or want to avoid it altogether, this conversation is filled with real talk, hard-earned wisdom, and hope.
🎯 Plus, don’t miss the free resource we created to help you on your own journey:
✅ Download the Ultimate Guide to Running Healthy Without Achilles Pain
Return to Running Program without Achilles Pain here
Listen to my previous episode with Tina on becoming a sustainable runner here!
Listen to my previous episode on insertional achilles tendinopathy treatment here!
Listen to my previous episode on the Best Running Shoes for Achilles Tendonitis
Learn how to get rid of achilles pain to run pain free in 5 minutes!
Follow along with my 25 Minute Strength Workout for Runners (TO RUN PAIN FREE)
There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long! Learn them here
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- Order your copy of the book Becoming a Sustainable Runner
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