083. Running gait retraining, strengthening, glutes & ITB syndrome. Q&A with Tom Goom

The key concepts when assessing and treating running injuries

Gait retraining programs

The best ways to change running technique

Does gait retraining cause fatigue?

Is gait retraining suitable in painfree runners?

What are the most important elements to prevent injury in runners?

Scheduling to improve recovery from injury. When should your runner run, and when should they rest?

Can we increase leg stiffness when running? Does increasing leg stiffness reduce injury risk?

Strengthening for runners

Do glutes become underactive or "not fire properly"?

Does improving glute strength improve running mechanics?

Calf tears - how can you treat these?

What tests can you perform for your runners calves?

Do runners have "stiff hips", and does it matter?

Can you help runners with meniscal tears?

How can you treat ITB syndrome?

Is barefoot running helpful or harmful?

Should we run in only 1 shoe if we want to win a race?