188. Runners Knee or IT Band Syndrome? Knee Pain Demystified with Dr. Duane Scotti

  [Download] Runners Knee Pain Free Guides   Frustrated runner with knee pain and you're not sure if you have Runner’s Knee or IT Band Syndrome?   If you get achy knee pain in the front of your knee cap running up hills, going down stairs, squatting, and now it is starting to hurt when you stand up after sitting at your desk for a couple of hours then this episode is for you!   If you get sharp pain on the outside of your knee especially when you run downhill…this deep dive on knee pain for runners is for you.   In this episode, I am going to unravel the mystery of whether your knee pain with running is due to Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Iliotibial Band Syndrome!   I cover all this and more:   - Is it Runner’s Knee or IT Band Syndrome - What is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome - Where would runner’s knee hurt - What does IT Band Syndrome Feel Like - How does IT band syndrome start - Is heel strike causing my knee pain - Single best exercise for knee pain while running   There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long without knee pain! Learn them here   Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast?  Submit questions here   Resources Mentioned:   [Download] Runner Knee Free Guide   [Download] IT Band Syndrome Free Guide   Listen to episode 117 on how do I know if my running form is bad   Want the structured strength, nutrition, and run plan with motivation and accountability to reach your highest running potential without knee pain? Book a call and learn more about Healthy Runner coaching here    A big thanks to the Amino Company for your support for this episode! If you have heard from any of the runners who have overcome their stubborn running injury, I always recommend they supplement our training with HEAL from the Amino Company.   Heal is an amino acid, whey and creatine based formulation designed to reduce recovery times and improve physical function after injuries by accelerating muscle repair while helping maintain a healthy inflammatory response.   Click here and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 30% off your entire Amino Company order!     Connect with Dr. Duane: - Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner - Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community - Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com - www.sparkhealthyrunner.com Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Play iHeartRadio Amazon Music Website