Why Runners Keep Getting Injured (and What Actually Helps)

Vikash Sharma is a physical therapist, runner, and founder of Perfect Stride Physical Therapy in New York City and Running for Life Education. After 14 years of working with runners, he's seen firsthand how often injuries come down to being underprepared for the demands of training rather than simply doing too much.

Vikash joins Jon to talk about when runners should seek physical therapy, how to distinguish pain you can work through from pain that requires rest, and why heavy strength training and plyometrics deserve a place in every runner's routine. They also discuss how travel disrupts training, ways to maintain fitness when your schedule changes, and practical strategies for arriving at race day ready to perform.

With the New York City Marathon approaching, Vikash also shares his advice for navigating the course, preparing for its toughest sections, and making the most of one of running's biggest days.

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