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Running · June 2, 2026 · 4 min read

What Ballantyne Runners Should Know Before Choosing a PT

Most running injuries don't get better because the source never gets addressed, just the symptom. Here's what to look for in a runner specific PT before you book your first appointment.

Running · May 19, 2026 · 5 min read

IT Band Syndrome in Runners: Why Stretching Isn't Fixing It

You've foam rolled it. You've stretched it. You've rested it. And it keeps coming back. IT band syndrome is one of the most common running injuries out there and the standard advice is almost always wrong. Here's what's actually driving it and what it takes to fix it for good.

Running · May 5, 2026 · 5 min read

Runner's Knee: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Actually Fix It

Runner’s knee is one of the most common overuse injuries—but most advice misses the mark.The pain is in your knee, but the cause usually isn’t.In this blog, we break down what’s really driving it and how to address it the right way.

Running · April 28, 2026 · 6 min read

Achilles Tendonitis: Why Rest Alone Won’t Fix It

Struggling with Achilles tendonitis when running or working out? Rest alone isn’t enough. Learn the real causes—like limited ankle dorsiflexion and overpronation—and how to properly treat Achilles pain so it doesn’t keep coming back

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