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Back to EpisodesA comprehensive look at return to running with Eric Hegedus
Description
Eric Hegedus is a Professor, physical therapist, clinician scientist and researcher with a brand new publication titled: Comprehensive return to competitive distance running: A clinical commentary (2021).
Today, Eric talks about his new publication and the role he finds himself in working with competitive runners. We investigate the contents of the paper including key insights to return to running safely.
Eric begins talking about the important of Training Impulse (TRIMP) when cross-training and transitioning into low volume running. We also discuss the 6 phases an athlete should complete when returning to running from injury.
We also dive into strength test, fitness capacity tests and psychological readiness when returning from injury. Finally, Eric delivers the 4 most common mistakes he sees runners make that contribute to injury.
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