279. Running Injuries: What Social Media Isn’t Telling You with Victoria Sekely

Ever felt like you did everything right in your training — strength work, recovery, stretching, sleep — and still got injured? You’re not alone… and it’s not your fault.

In this powerful episode of the Healthy Runner Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Victoria Sekely — a fellow running physical therapist and coach — to unpack the real truth about running injuries that social media often leaves out.

We dive deep into:

✅ Why runners still get injured even when they follow “perfect” plans

✅ How social media sets unrealistic expectations around injury prevention

✅ The hidden danger of perfectionism in training

✅ What proactive injury prevention really looks like

✅ How to shift your mindset during setbacks so you can keep moving forward

If you’re over the guilt, the blame, and the confusion that comes with injuries, this episode will give you a refreshing dose of truth and empowerment.

🎁 Grab my free Ultimate Guide to Returning to Running after Injury here!

Listen to my previous episode with Victoria on marathon tips to train smart and run strong here!

Listen to my previous episode on how to prevent running injuries with a 5 step system here!

Listen to my previous episode on marathon injury prevention here!

Follow along with my 25 Minute Strength Workout for Runners (TO RUN PAIN FREE)

There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long! Learn them here

Want to work with Dr. Duane as your running physical therapist and coach with structured rehab, strength, nutrition, and a run plan with full support and accountability to overcome your stubborn running injury and keep it from coming back again? Book a call and learn more about Healthy Runner coaching here

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- Learn more about Victoria and Train Smart Run Strong

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