hustle.run.thrive. blog — injury prevention for runners
What If the Pain You’re Ignoring Isn’t Weakness—It’s Wisdom?
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Pain isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom. Coach Croft explains why tendon health and smart strength training are the keys to longevity for Masters and peri/menopausal athletes who want to train stronger for longer.
Something Strange Happened After I Decided to Stop Forcing My Stride
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Coach Croft shares how surrendering control and embracing Chi Running principles transformed her stride from forced to free—and why ease, not effort, is the secret to lasting performance.
Prehab vs Rehab for Runners and Lifters: How to Train Smarter, Move Better, and Stay Pain-Free
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Learn the difference between prehab and rehab, how to use recovery tools the right way, and how Chi Running can help you keep training through flare-ups.
Unlocking Your Running Potential: The Real Core Strength Essentials
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Coach Croft explains why true core strength is the key to better running form, injury prevention, and performance — especially for masters and menopausal athletes. Learn how dynamic stability, deep core activation, and timing can transform your stride.
Prehab vs. Rehab: How to Keep Running Strong and Injury-Free
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Learn the difference between prehab and rehab — and why both are essential for staying injury-free. Coach Croft explains how masters and menopausal athletes can build resilience, recover smarter, and keep running strong for years to come.