
Rehab For Runners
All runners want to know the secret to running pain free. Dr. Lisa DPT is a physical therapist that specializes in helping runners prevent and treat injuries and believes runners can meet their goals without injuries getting in the way. She integrates the current research with her experience as a PT and runner to bring you tangible takeaways from each episode that you can apply to your running. www.drlisadpt.com
Latest episodes

Nov 8, 2023 • 13min
Does Kinesiotape Work Or Is It A Placebo?
Have you ever seen the olympians wear tape that is pink, blue or black on their arms, shoulders and knees and wondered what is that? In todays episode, we are cracking open the research and discussing what KT tape or kinesiotape does, if it is a placebo or not, and if you should wear it. KT Tape (Affiliate)Rocktape (Affiliate)Runners Complete Program: 12 weeks of strength and mobility for runners to prevent injuries and run strongerComplete Runners Club: $7 TRIAL for a monthly membership that includes all signature rehab programs plus follow along strength and mobility classes Toe Spacers: Use code DRLISA10Questions? Email: drlisadpt@gmail.comRehab and Strength Programs: www.drlisadpt.com/programsCheck out her Youtube channel HERE for more running tipsResearch:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23306413/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35630037/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32466467/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22124445/

Nov 8, 2023 • 13min
Does Kinesiotape Work Or Is It A Placebo?
Have you ever seen the olympians wear tape that is pink, blue or black on their arms, shoulders and knees and wondered what is that? In todays episode, we are cracking open the research and discussing what KT tape or kinesiotape does, if it is a placebo or not, and if you should wear it. KT Tape (Affiliate)Rocktape (Affiliate)Runners Complete Program: 12 weeks of strength and mobility for runners to prevent injuries and run strongerComplete Runners Club: $7 TRIAL for a monthly membership that includes all signature rehab programs plus follow along strength and mobility classes Toe Spacers: Use code DRLISA10Questions? Email: drlisadpt@gmail.comRehab and Strength Programs: www.drlisadpt.com/programsCheck out her Youtube channel HERE for more running tipsResearch:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23306413/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35630037/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32466467/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22124445/

Nov 1, 2023 • 23min
5 Marathon Lessons I Learned The Hard Way
At the time of this recording, Dr. Lisa has 4 weeks until her first marathon. Listen to this episode to learn what she has discovered along the way, things she would change if she did it all over again, and her mindset going into the race.Runners Complete Program: 12 weeks of strength and mobility for runners to prevent injuries and run strongerComplete Runners Club: $7 TRIAL for a monthly membership that includes all signature rehab programs plus follow along strength and mobility classes Toe Spacers: Use code DRLISA10Questions? Email: drlisadpt@gmail.comRehab and Strength Programs: www.drlisadpt.com/programsCheck out her Youtube channel HERE for more running tips

Nov 1, 2023 • 23min
5 Marathon Lessons I Learned The Hard Way
At the time of this recording, Dr. Lisa has 4 weeks until her first marathon. Listen to this episode to learn what she has discovered along the way, things she would change if she did it all over again, and her mindset going into the race.Runners Complete Program: 12 weeks of strength and mobility for runners to prevent injuries and run strongerComplete Runners Club: $7 TRIAL for a monthly membership that includes all signature rehab programs plus follow along strength and mobility classes Toe Spacers: Use code DRLISA10Questions? Email: drlisadpt@gmail.comRehab and Strength Programs: www.drlisadpt.com/programsCheck out her Youtube channel HERE for more running tips

Oct 25, 2023 • 16min
The Real Reason You Have Calf Cramps
In this episode, Dr. Lisa talks through how she treats runners with calf cramps and how to prevent them in the future.Here is what you will learn:The common causes of calf cramps (it's not just dehydration!)What runners can do to prevent calf crampsA quick test to see if you should be doing extra work outside of running for the calf crampsRunners Complete Program: 12 weeks of strength and mobility for runners to prevent injuries and run strongerComplete Runners Club: $7 TRIAL for a monthly membership that includes all signature rehab programs plus follow along strength and mobility classes Compression Socks/Sleeves: TIUXSalt Sticks (affiliate code)Gatorade Endurance (affiliate code)Nuun (affiliate code)Toe Spacers: Use code DRLISA10Questions? Email: drlisadpt@gmail.comRehab and Strength Programs: www.drlisadpt.com/programsCheck out her Youtube channel HERE for more running tips

Oct 25, 2023 • 16min
The Real Reason You Have Calf Cramps
In this episode, Dr. Lisa talks through how she treats runners with calf cramps and how to prevent them in the future.Here is what you will learn:The common causes of calf cramps (it's not just dehydration!)What runners can do to prevent calf crampsA quick test to see if you should be doing extra work outside of running for the calf crampsRunners Complete Program: 12 weeks of strength and mobility for runners to prevent injuries and run strongerComplete Runners Club: $7 TRIAL for a monthly membership that includes all signature rehab programs plus follow along strength and mobility classes Compression Socks/Sleeves: TIUXSalt Sticks (affiliate code)Gatorade Endurance (affiliate code)Nuun (affiliate code)Toe Spacers: Use code DRLISA10Questions? Email: drlisadpt@gmail.comRehab and Strength Programs: www.drlisadpt.com/programsCheck out her Youtube channel HERE for more running tips

Oct 18, 2023 • 16min
Is Running Bad For Your Knees?
In this episode, Dr. Lisa breaks down the research based off the common myth that running is bad for your knees. Here is what you will learn:What the research supports and if runners are at a higher risk for osteoarthritisWhat runners can do to prevent osteoarthritisRunners Complete Program: 12 weeks of strength and mobility for runners to prevent injuries and run strongerComplete Runners Club: $7 TRIAL for a monthly membership that includes all signature rehab programs plus follow along strength and mobility classes Toe Spacers: Use code DRLISA10Questions? Email: drlisadpt@gmail.comRehab and Strength Programs: www.drlisadpt.com/programsCheck out her Youtube channel HERE for more running tipsRESEARCH:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36402349/#:~:text=Knee%20cartilage%20thickness%20and%20volume,%25)%20for%20patellar%20cartilage%20volume.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36875337/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33279802/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29728929/

Oct 18, 2023 • 16min
Is Running Bad For Your Knees?
In this episode, Dr. Lisa breaks down the research based off the common myth that running is bad for your knees. Here is what you will learn:What the research supports and if runners are at a higher risk for osteoarthritisWhat runners can do to prevent osteoarthritisRunners Complete Program: 12 weeks of strength and mobility for runners to prevent injuries and run strongerComplete Runners Club: $7 TRIAL for a monthly membership that includes all signature rehab programs plus follow along strength and mobility classes Toe Spacers: Use code DRLISA10Questions? Email: drlisadpt@gmail.comRehab and Strength Programs: www.drlisadpt.com/programsCheck out her Youtube channel HERE for more running tipsRESEARCH:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36402349/#:~:text=Knee%20cartilage%20thickness%20and%20volume,%25)%20for%20patellar%20cartilage%20volume.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36875337/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33279802/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29728929/

Oct 11, 2023 • 31min
Navigating Through Hip Tightness and Weakness
In this episode, Dr. Lisa concludes the best course of action for hip tightness and hip instability. While some PT's might give you table exercises, Dr. Lisa breaks down how to figure out the source of the pain for your best treatment plan so you can get back to pain free running.Here is what you will learn:If you should stretch or strengthen your hipWhy hip pain is higher when the joint is weakerBest hip directions to mobilize for a runnerMovement patterns that runners should be working on if they have a history of hip painHip Program: 12 weeks of exercises that decrease your hip pain so you can get back to pain free running without seeing a doctorWork 1 on 1 with Dr. LisaComplete Runners Club: 14 day trial for $7! Monthly membership that includes all signature rehab programs plus follow along strength and mobility classes Toe Spacers: Use code DRLISA10Questions? Email: drlisadpt@gmail.comRehab and Strength Programs: www.drlisadpt.com/programsCheck out her Youtube channel HERE for more running tips

Oct 11, 2023 • 31min
Navigating Through Hip Tightness and Weakness
In this episode, Dr. Lisa concludes the best course of action for hip tightness and hip instability. While some PT's might give you table exercises, Dr. Lisa breaks down how to figure out the source of the pain for your best treatment plan so you can get back to pain free running.Here is what you will learn:If you should stretch or strengthen your hipWhy hip pain is higher when the joint is weakerBest hip directions to mobilize for a runnerMovement patterns that runners should be working on if they have a history of hip painHip Program: 12 weeks of exercises that decrease your hip pain so you can get back to pain free running without seeing a doctorWork 1 on 1 with Dr. LisaComplete Runners Club: 14 day trial for $7! Monthly membership that includes all signature rehab programs plus follow along strength and mobility classes Toe Spacers: Use code DRLISA10Questions? Email: drlisadpt@gmail.comRehab and Strength Programs: www.drlisadpt.com/programsCheck out her Youtube channel HERE for more running tips