251. How to Avoid The Most Common Running Injuries with Dr. Duane Scotti

[Download] How to Run Injury Free (6 Steps)

How to avoid the most common running injuries! From patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner’s knee) and IT band syndrome to shin splints and plantar fasciitis, Dr. Duane sits down with Dr. Mani Alavi from the Adaptation by Fire Podcast to share practical strategies to keep you running strong so you can enjoy injury free lifelong running.

Dr. Scotti also debunks the myth that running damages the knees and highlights why a dynamic warm-up routine is essential for priming your body before hitting the pavement. Whether you're a new runner or a seasoned marathoner, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you avoid injuries and enjoy your runs.

We chat about all of this and more in this episode!

- Patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner's knee) and why you don’t need to stop running

- IT band syndrome and treatment strategies

- Shin splints and plantar fasciitis

- The role of hip and glute strength in injury prevention

- The importance of foot health and proper progression with running

- Myths about running and knee damage

Dr. Mani Alavi is an emergency medicine physician, former attorney and avid runner (veteran of multiple world major events including a veteran of the Boston Marathon and the hotter than normal 2024 Boston race) Dr. Alavi's area of focus is heat science with a special focus area on heat acclimation and training.

Download Dr. Scotti’s Free resources on Runner’s Knee, IT band Syndrome, Shin Splints, and Plantar Fasciitis

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Connect with Dr. Mani Alavi:

Email Doctor.apma@gmail.com

Listen to Adaptation by Fire Podcast on Spotify

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Instagram @fit.erdoc

Connect with Dr. Duane:

- Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner