Coaching Call: How Brandon Resolved ITBS, Ran 4 PR’s, and Set New Mileage Records

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May 22, 2025

A runner shares his inspiring recovery from IT band syndrome, achieving personal records in four different race distances. The discussion highlights the critical role of strength training in his transformation. From unstructured training to effective regimens, he emphasizes the importance of overlapping workouts with strategic strength exercises. Additionally, there’s excitement about an upcoming marathon in Boulder, showcasing the community's vibrant running culture. Personal achievements, including breaking the 90-minute barrier, underscore how structured training leads to success.

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Early Burnout and Stagnation

Brandon experienced early burnout and injuries by trying to match his high school mileage too soon.
He struggled with stagnation in his half marathon times, unable to break the 90 minute barrier.

ADVICE

Switch to Dynamic Warmups

Replace static stretching with dynamic warmups to feel more prepared and likely improve performance.
Dynamic warmups better ready your body compared to sitting and holding stretches.

ADVICE

Digestible Lifting Builds Strength

Start lifting weights two days a week with digestible sessions.
Consistency in strength training enhances running without overwhelming your schedule.

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My client Brandon has had an amazing few years: he resolved several imbalances, improved his stride, healed ITBS, ran PR's in 4 major race distances, and also set a few training mileage PR's .... wow!

In this episode, he explains how he turned his running around and got faster, healthier, and able to train even more.

A big part was his embrace of strength training with our High Performance Lifting program. For other options, see all of our Training Programs.

We discuss:

What his training was like before he made this transformation
How he changed his approach to running for the better
The distances that he set PR's in
The most important lessons he'd tell you if you want to improve

Thanks Boulderthon!

Boulderthon is a top 10 race in America according to USA Today and one of the best fall marathons according to Runner’s World. With a 5k, 10k, half marathon, and marathon, Boulderthon offers an amazing fall destination race weekend right at the foothills of the Rockies. Use code STRENGTH20 for $20 off the marathon or half marathon.

Join me in Boulder, one of the top running destinations in the country, on September 28th, to experience the tight knit running community here, race on the epic streets of Boulder, and finish on historic Pearl Street. While I live in Denver, I travel to boulder probably once a week to run. It’s arguably one of the best running locations in the United States.

There’ll probably be cool and crisp fall weather for racing fast, too. And don’t worry, Boulderthon is a BQ-eligible, USA Track & Field Sanctioned Event.

Boulderthon is on track to sell out again this year so don’t miss out. Use code STRENGTH20 to save $20 on the marathon or half-marathon here and I hope to see you in Boulder this fall.

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