22: Don't Let Summer Derail Your Fall Running Goals | 3 Injury Mistakes Every Runner Should Avoid

Summer training can set you up for your strongest racing season or leave you sidelined before it even begins.

In Episode 22 of Interdisciplinary Case Miles, Dr. Sara Raiser MD, sports dietitian Kelsey Pontius, and Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards PT take a quick break from injury cases to help decrease your risk for injury later.

They share the three biggest mistakes runners make during the summer that often lead to injuries when fall marathon training, cross-country season, and race preparation begin.

Whether you're training for your first 5K, a marathon, or preparing for a competitive cross-country season, this episode offers practical, evidence-informed strategies to help you stay healthy, recover well, and build a stronger foundation before race season.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Why under-fueling is more common during hot weather than you thinkHow summer travel and inconsistent training increase injury riskThe importance of maintaining running and strength training consistencyWhy recovery is the missing piece in many training plansSmart nutrition and hydration strategies for hot-weather runningHow to avoid training spikes before marathon and cross-country season

Whether you're a recreational runner, competitive athlete, coach, parent, or healthcare professional working with runners, these simple adjustments can help keep injuries away and performance moving forward.

Featured Experts

Dr. Sara Raiser MD – Running Medicine PhysicianKelsey Pontius, MS, RD, CSSD – Sports DietitianDr. Kate Mihevc Edwards PT – Physical Therapist & Orthopedic Clinical Specialist

Chapter Highlights

00:00 Introduction

01:20 Summer training mistakes that lead to fall injuries