DR. LISA MITRO -How to Treat Running Injuries Without Stopping Running

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lisa Mitro, a physical therapist and former college athlete who found her passion in helping runners recover from injury and return to the sport stronger than ever. Drawing from her own journey into running, Lisa now specializes in movement-specific rehab strategies that support real-world performance.

She’s worked with over 3,000 runners through 1:1 coaching, online programs, and a thriving membership, combining evidence-based treatment with the unique demands of the sport. Whether you’re a clinician, coach, or runner yourself, this episode is full of practical insights and clinical pearls you won’t want to miss.

We Talk About:

-Why Lisa became a runner to better treat runners

-The importance of stability and strength training in rehab

-How to treat the source of pain—not just the symptoms

-Creating scalable, online programs that actually work

-Common running injuries (like plantar fasciitis) and how to address them

-Navigating misinformation and outdated advice online

Time Stamps

1:00 Introduction

3:05 getting into physical therapy 

6:27 finding running after college softball

11:12 becoming an expert in the field

18:32 creating content for the masses

25:35 the worst advice online

30:54 referring to the right provider

32:15 changing approaches with new research

37:36 balancing social media with quality information

42:51 looking ahead to how the profession will change

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CONNECT WITH LISA

IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lisa.dpt/

Website: www.drlisadpt.com

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