IT Band Syndrome Prevention & Treatment with Physical Therapist & Coach Duane Scotti

Duane Scotti is a physical therapist, certified running coach, and host of the Healthy Runner Podcast. Today, we're focusing on IT Band Syndrome.

I've personally had ITBS twice - and once so severe that it nearly ended my running career. After seeing 4 PT's, I developed the ITB Rehab Routine to build hip and glute strength. You can also get an illustrated guide to the routine.

Duane and I discuss: 

• How to know if you have ITBS
• Common training errors and injury causes
• What can make this injury worse
• Can you run through pain?
• Treatment steps for IT Band Syndrome

Thanks Duane for this masterclass on how to approach IT Band Syndrome!

Resources:

• @sparkhealthyrunner (IG)
• Spark Healthy Runner YouTube Channel
• learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com (Duane's coaching group)
• Duane's IT Band Resource
• Healthy Runner on Apple Podcasts
• The ITB Rehab Routine

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Thank you LMNT!

A big thanks to LMNT for their support of this episode! They make electrolyte drinks for athletes and low-carb folks with no sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. They are offering a free gift with your purchase at LMNT. And this does NOT have to be your first purchase. You’ll get a sample pack with every flavor so you can try them all before deciding what you like best.

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