How PT Helps You Run for Life
Here is a guide for your immediate post-marathon recovery:
First 24 hours: Gentle walking, hydration, compression.
Days 2–4: Light mobility, foam rolling, short swims or spins.
Days 5–10: Gradual return tolight running.
If post-race soreness lingers beyond 10 days, your physical therapist can take you through guided rehab, which can address: Micro-tears in muscle tissue, Joint irritation, and Tendon stiffness.
For long-term maintenance, your physical therapist can create a “runner’s maintenance plan” including: weekly strength sessions, monthly mobility assessments, and seasonal gait check-ups.
The Lifelong Runner Mindset
A marathon is a milestone — not an endpoint. With PT as a training partner, you can reduce downtime between races, build resilience for decades of running, and keep the joy of the sport alive.
Training for a marathon is an epic challenge, but it doesn’t have to be a gamble with your body. By integrating physical therapy into your plan from the very first mile, you can train smarter, recover faster, and maybe even enjoy the process as much as the finish line.
At Lifestyle Physical Therapy, we’re here to support you through the entire journey.