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Episode 28 Kinda Hurts, Kinda Doesn’t: Pain, Prehab and Running with Drew McAbee, DPT
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What does it really mean to train through pain? When should runners push through discomfort and when is it time to stop? In this episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis are joined by Drew McAbee, DPT, a runner and Doctor of Physical Therapy with Promotion Rehab and Sports Medicine.
Drew works with runners every day and helps break down what is normal, what is not, and how to train smarter to stay healthy. This conversation is practical, honest, and focused on helping runners stay consistent without breaking down.
In This Episode
- Guest Expert: Drew McAbee, DPT, runner and physical therapist with Promotion Rehab and Sports Medicine.
- Training Clarity: How to tell the difference between pain and normal training discomfort.
- Injury Prevention: Why most running injuries come down to too much, too fast.
- Long Term Health: How prehab and smart training keep runners moving.
What Does Prehab Mean for Runners
Drew explains what prehab actually means and why runners should care. Prehab focuses on strength, mobility, and consistency to prevent injuries before they start rather than reacting once pain shows up.
Pain vs Discomfort
The episode breaks down one of the most confusing topics in running. Drew helps clarify the difference between productive discomfort and warning-sign pain so runners can make better decisions during training.
Common Running Injuries
- Runner’s knee
- Achilles issues
- Hip pain
- Shin splints
- Plantar fasciitis
Drew explains why these injuries happen, how to reduce risk, and what to do if you are already dealing with one.
Training Smarter Not Harder
The conversation also covers Drew’s journey from high school offensive lineman to marathon runner, along with why writing down your goals and understanding your why matters in both training and life.
Who This Episode Is For
- Runners starting fresh this year
- Athletes coming back from injury
- Runners trying to stay consistent without breaking down
- Anyone unsure when to push and when to stop
- Runners who want practical and realistic injury guidance
This episode is packed with runner-to-runner wisdom and actionable advice to help you train confidently and stay healthy.
Learn More
Learn more about Drew and Promotion Rehab and Sports Medicine at physiosc.com .
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