Durare Physical Therapy & Wellness

Durare Physical Therapy & Wellness Physical therapy and wellness for endurance athletes, runners, and active individuals in the Stoughton & Madison, WI area. Endure. Heal. Thrive.

Free 7 Day Strength Plan: https://www.durareptandwellness.com/products/p/ono66hum48i50hnaa7nahw1v7fplwz

03/10/2026

Returning to running after injury requires more than just waiting for pain to settle. The body needs to rebuild tolerance to repeated impact before full running volume returns.

This video demonstrates hop progressions performed with upper extremity support to help control load and build confidence with impact.

The next progression is performing the same drills without arm support before advancing further through the return-to-run sequence.

These drills are one component of the evidence-based Return to Run program developed by Ohio State Sports Medicine. The full protocol can be found through Ohio State Sports Wexner Medical Center.

If you’re training through knee, hip, or calf pain hoping it just “goes away”…It usually doesn’t.I’m now offering a 75-m...
03/06/2026

If you’re training through knee, hip, or calf pain hoping it just “goes away”…

It usually doesn’t.

I’m now offering a 75-minute Runner Performance & Injury Assessment in Stoughton.

This session includes:
• Video gait analysis
• Runner-specific strength testing
• Training load review
• A clear plan to stop recurring pain

Gait analysis informed by my recent Level 1 training through RunDNA.

If you’re serious about running without setbacks, this is for you.

👉 Book through the link in my bio.

Endure. Heal. Thrive.

Running analysis provides information, not labels.It helps identify patterns that may influence stress, efficiency, or r...
03/03/2026

Running analysis provides information, not labels.

It helps identify patterns that may influence stress, efficiency, or recurring symptoms.

But it’s only meaningful when paired with training history, symptoms, and goals.

Context matters more than perfection.

I recently completed Level 1 certification in 2D Running Analysis through RunDNA.This training focuses on understanding ...
02/27/2026

I recently completed Level 1 certification in 2D Running Analysis through RunDNA.

This training focuses on understanding how movement patterns, load, and training history interact, particularly in endurance athletes.

Running analysis isn’t about chasing a “perfect stride.”
It’s about identifying patterns that may contribute to recurring stress and knowing when those patterns actually matter.

Continuing education helps me refine how I assess, guide, and progress runners safely back to consistent training.

02/20/2026

Strength isn’t just about adding weight.

Tempo, control, and progression determine whether an exercise actually transfers to real movement.

This is one example of how small adjustments build long-term resilience.

One of the most common questions I hear is whether it’s okay to train through discomfort.The answer isn’t always yes, an...
02/17/2026

One of the most common questions I hear is whether it’s okay to train through discomfort.

The answer isn’t always yes, and it isn’t always no.

What matters most is how symptoms respond over time and whether tolerance is improving.

This is where individualized guidance makes a difference.

One of the most frustrating parts of recovery or return to training is feeling like you’re “doing everything right” but ...
02/10/2026

One of the most frustrating parts of recovery or return to training is feeling like you’re “doing everything right” but progress still feels slow.

Strength, coordination, and tolerance adapt on different timelines, which can make progress harder to recognize in the moment.

Looking at patterns over time often tells a more accurate story than any single day.

Free Injury Screens at Anytime Fitness (Stoughton)I’ll be at the new Anytime Fitness location on February 26 offering fr...
02/09/2026

Free Injury Screens at Anytime Fitness (Stoughton)

I’ll be at the new Anytime Fitness location on February 26 offering free 15-minute injury screens for members.

These screens are a chance to:
• talk through a current ache or recurring issue
• understand what’s safe to train through vs. what needs attention
• get clear next steps to keep training confidently

📅 Wednesday, Feb 26
⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 Anytime Fitness — Stoughton

👉 Reserve a spot at durarephysicaltherapy.com/anytime
or text ANYTIME to (608) 501-2705

02/08/2026

Exercises aren’t magic, they’re tools.

What makes them effective is why they’re chosen and how they’re progressed over time.

This is how I think about exercise when helping active adults and endurance athletes return to consistent training.

Progress isn’t always dramatic.Often it shows up as less hesitation, smoother movement, and more consistency over time.T...
01/30/2026

Progress isn’t always dramatic.

Often it shows up as less hesitation, smoother movement, and more consistency over time.

These quieter changes are often the most meaningful and the easiest to overlook.

One of the biggest challenges after injury isn’t motivation; it’s decision-making.Knowing when to progress, when to adju...
01/23/2026

One of the biggest challenges after injury isn’t motivation; it’s decision-making.

Knowing when to progress, when to adjust, and when to hold steady requires context, not guesswork.

This is why individualized care looks different for every person, and why thoughtful progression matters.

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