Glute pain, sciatica, hamstring issues, and hip impingements can be some of the most confusing — and frustrating — injuries runners deal with. Because when pain shows up in the glute, hip, hamstring, or low back, the actual cause isn’t always where you feel it.
In this episode, I’m joined again by physical therapist and strength coach Kameron Harder to continue our injury prevention and rehab series for runners.
This time, we break down some of the trickiest problem areas in the posterior chain and hips — including why glute pain might actually be coming from your low back, how sciatica really works, why hamstring tightness is often a strength issue, and what runners need to know about hip impingements.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why glute pain is often misdiagnosed
- How low back and SI joint issues can refer pain into the glute
- The difference between true sciatica and general nerve-related pain
- What to do for hamstring tightness and hamstring injuries
- Why stretching isn’t always the answer for hamstring pain
- The best strength exercises for healthier glutes and hamstrings
- How range of motion, control, and strength all play a role in injury prevention
- Why heavy strength training matters for building more resilient runners
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