In this episode, Matthew Boyd interviews his client, Chris, about his running journey and struggles with knee pain. Chris shares how he started distance running and eventually qualified for the Boston Marathon. However, he reached a plateau and decided to change his training program, which led to knee pain and injuries. Chris tried various treatments and exercises but didn't find a long-term solution until he started working with Matthew. Through a combination of strength training and running, Chris was able to overcome his knee issues and achieve his running goals. He successfully completed the Berlin Marathon and is now looking forward to future races. Chris Capicio shares his experience of overcoming a year-long knee injury and returning to marathon running without pain. He emphasizes the importance of setting new running goals, trying something different when previous methods fail, seeking professional help, and identifying and solving the problem. Chris's journey serves as an inspiration for runners who are going through similar challenges. Takeaways Consistent training and a focused program can help overcome running plateaus and achieve new goals. Seeking professional help and following a comprehensive treatment plan is crucial for long-term success. Strength training is an essential component of injury prevention and performance improvement for runners. Patience, trust in the process, and a long-term perspective are key to overcoming running injuries and setbacks. Set new running goals to stay motivated and focused. If something isn't working, try a different approach. Seek professional help from experts with a track record of success. Identify the problem before working on the solution. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:09 Plateau and Knee Pain 08:16 Seeking Professional Help 14:41 Diagnosis and Treatment Plan 19:10 Initial Progress and Optimism 24:27 Transition to Preseason Training 29:50 Training Through the Summer 37:36 Race Preparation and Success 47:24 Looking Forward 48:01 Setting New Running Goals 49:19 The Importance of Trying Something Different 50:23 Seeking Professional Help 51:15 Identifying and Solving the Problem 52:11 Reflections on the Journey Connect with Us: If you’re an injured runner we can help you get back to running pain-free. Book a free call with us: https://matthewboydphysio.com/booking/ Running Fundamentals Course: https://matthewboydphysio.com/running-fundamentals-course/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewboydphysio/