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trixieb212
trixieb212 Posts: 3
edited December 2024 in Social Groups
I previously ran for about two years, training for half marathons, 10Ks, etc. I severely injured my IT band and the dr suggested I take 2 months off. I have just started back last week VERY slowly (1.5-3 miles three times per week) and already my IT band gave me trouble on a 3 miler this morning. Any advice?

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  • CarsonRuns
    CarsonRuns Posts: 3,039 Member
    Stretch
    Foam roller

    Have you been properly fitted for shoes by a specialty running store?
  • trixieb212
    trixieb212 Posts: 3
    Yes, I have, and I do both of those. Thanks for the advice!
  • camrunner
    camrunner Posts: 363
    Foam rolling 3x a day on average has made a tremendous difference for me.

    Early in the process I was also wearing a strap above my knee, which did enable me to run farther than I had been able to previously, but I was SO glad when I realized I didn't need to wear that thing anymore.
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