Injury, Recovery, and Running for Life with Dr. Kevin R. Stone

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Kevin Stone for a conversation about injury, recovery, and what runners can do to stay active for the long haul.

Whether you are coming back from an injury, trying to avoid one, or learning how to listen to your body with more confidence, this conversation offers helpful insight into the physical and mental side of returning to movement. Dr. Stone shares perspective on what runners should understand about healing, strength, patience, and making smart decisions when something does not feel right.

We also talk about the importance of staying strong as we age, how runners can think about longevity, and why the goal is not just getting back to one race but continuing to move well for years to come.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Kevin Stone

02:00 Why injury recovery matters for runners

05:00 Understanding pain, discomfort, and warning signs

08:00 Common mistakes runners make when injured

12:00 Returning to running after time off

16:00 The role of strength training in injury prevention

20:00 How aging athletes can stay strong and resilient

24:00 Building patience during the comeback process