{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"295. Can You Run With Achilles Tendonitis? (Why Rest Might Be Making It Worse)","description":"[Download] The Ultimate Achilles Guide for Runners&amp;nbsp; If you\u2019ve been told the only way to fix Achilles tendonitis is to stop running\u2026 this episode might completely change how you think about healing. One of the biggest myths in the running world is that you can\u2019t run with Achilles pain. But in most cases, total rest doesn\u2019t build a stronger tendon, it actually reduces its load tolerance and keeps you stuck in the frustrating start-stop injury cycle. In this episode, I break down: - Why total rest can make Achilles tendinopathy worse - The real reason your pain keeps coming back - The 3 signs it\u2019s SAFE to run with Achilles pain - The difference between insertional vs midportion Achilles tendinopathy - How to modify running without making your symptoms worse - The exact strengthening principles that rebuild tendon capacity - When you actually SHOULD stop running  You\u2019ll also hear real runner success stories from inside our Healthy Runner community who went from fearing their running days were over\u2026 to rebuilding strength and returning to racing pain free. If you\u2019re wondering: Can I run with Achilles tendonitis? Is it safe to run with Achilles pain? How do I heal without completely shutting it down? This episode gives you the clarity and structure you need. Because tendons don\u2019t heal from avoidance. They heal from smart, progressive loading. \ud83c\udf81 Download my free Achilles guide here! If you\u2019re ready for structured strength plans, progressive return-to-run programming, and coaching support so you\u2019re not guessing week to week, join the Healthy Runner Academy waitlist&amp;nbsp; Return to Running Program without Achilles Pain here Listen to my previous episode answering the most common achilles questions answered here! Listen to my  previous episode on insertional achilles tendinopathy treatment here! Listen to my  previous episode on the Best Running Shoes for Achilles Tendonitis Listen to my  previous episode on Running Again After Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy Surgery with Tina Muir Listen to my  previous episode with Lisa who overcame achilles tendonitis to run double digit long runs for the first time in her life! Learn  how to get rid of achilles pain to run pain free in 5 minutes! &amp;nbsp; Want to work with Dr. Duane as your running physical therapist and coach with structured achilles rehab, strength, nutrition, and a run plan with full support and accountability to overcome your achilles tendonitis and keep it from coming back again? Book a call and learn more about Healthy Runner coaching here&amp;nbsp;   Connect with Dr. Duane: - Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner - Sign up for the Healthy Runner Newsletter - Join our Healthy Runner Facebook Community - Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com - www.sparkhealthyrunner.com &amp;nbsp; Listen &amp;amp; Subscribe:  Apple Podcasts Spotify  YouTube  Amazon Music Website ","author_name":"Healthy Runner Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/sparkhealthyrunner.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40237590\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/198991450"}