Is Running a Marathon Bad For You?

Author: Katherine Campbell
Published: Mon 18 Sep 2023
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If you’re a runner, theres a good chance you have been told from someone that running is bad for you. Now add 26 miles to the conversation, and this conversation probably comes up 10 fold from non-runners. So, is running really bad for you? In this episode, physical therapist, run coach, and owners of Spark Healthy Runner, Dr. Duane Scotti will discuss…

Is Running a Marathon Bad? (Generally Speaking)
What Happens To Your Musculoskeletal System After Running a Marathon?
What Happens To Other Physiological Systems When Running a Marathon?
Can Running a Marathon Be Bad For Your Mental Health?
How Long Should You Take Off After The Marathon?
How Many Marathons Should You Run Per Year?
How To Safely Return Back to Running After Taking Time Off

Dr. Duane Scotti, DPT, PhD, OCS is a running physical therapist, run coach, host of the Healthy Runner podcast, and founder of Spark Healthy Runner and has been a leader in the rehab and running community for 20+ years. He is truly living his passion educating the running community that they don’t need to stop running to get over a running injury. Through his signature 1:1 coaching program, weekly videos, and podcast episodes, he empowers runners to get stronger, run faster, and enjoy lifelong injury free running. Through strength and run specific training you can build your body to have a strong mind, strong body, and just keep running!

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