Veracity Performance & Recovery

Veracity Performance & Recovery Running Specialist Physical Therapy & Performance in Suffield, CT, and virtually.

06/17/2026

Many runners would benefit from simply getting stronger calves.

Instead, runners often overcomplicate this by chasing overly “specific” exercises designed to target one tiny muscle or another.

For example, some runners perform bent-knee calf raises to better isolate the soleus. The problem? It’s often awkward to load heavily, which usually means the exercise becomes too light to meaningfully improve tissue capacity.

At the end of the day, when you load the calf complex, all of the primary plantarflexors are contributing.

The calf accepts forces several times your bodyweight while running, over and over again.

So rather than chasing perfect isolation, choose exercises you can progressively and confidently load.

Sometimes the simple answer is the better answer: Get stronger. Gradually. Consistently. Under meaningful load.






06/16/2026

If your physical therapy or strength training never moves past low-level bodyweight movements, you're missing out on opportunities.

Running involves hopping from one leg to the next, handling forces well beyond an athlete's bodyweight. Stride after stride.

If you're tolerant of running, you're surely tolerant of exercises beyond basic bridges, clamshells, or similar movements.

Curious as to what strength training looks like specifically for running? DM "STRENGTH" and i'll send you a guide.







Most runners think improvement comes from harder workouts.But research on world-class distance runners suggests otherwis...
06/15/2026

Most runners think improvement comes from harder workouts.

But research on world-class distance runners suggests otherwise.

The strongest predictor of elite performance wasn’t intervals or “going to the well” sessions. It was the total running volume, especially easy running.

The best runners consistently accumulated high amounts of low-intensity aerobic work, while layering in tempo runs and shorter intervals strategically over time.

In fact, elite endurance athletes typically perform:

✔️ ~70–80% of training at low intensity
✔️ Only 2–5 quality sessions/week

Easy running isn’t “junk mileage.”

It builds the aerobic system, improves recovery, supports durability, and allows quality workouts to actually work.

Practical takeaway: Stop turning every run into a workout.

Build volume gradually.
Respect easy days.
Use workouts strategically.
Think in years, not weeks.

The boring stuff is often what works best.

Interested in how to build a training plan beyond easy runs? DM "Guide" and i'll send it to you.






06/14/2026

Running form is one of the most talked-about topics in running.

Many runners worry that the way they run is causing their injuries. But the reality is more nuanced.

We know running mechanics are highly individual. What is efficient for one runner may not be efficient for another. We also know your running form changes naturally from day to day depending on fatigue, fitness, terrain, pace, footwear, and training load.

If running form varies so much, why do we often assume it's the primary cause of injury?

The body is adaptable. It recognizes, responds to, and adapts to stress over time.

Can changing your running form cause an injury? Absolutely. Any sudden change in loading patterns can overwhelm tissues that aren't prepared for the new demand.

But the same can be said for a sudden increase in mileage, intensity, hills, or frequency. In many cases, how much you're doing matters more than how you're doing it.

Rather than obsessing over finding the "perfect" running form, most runners are better served by focusing on gradual progression, appropriate recovery, and consistent training.

The goal isn't perfect mechanics. The goal is building a body that can tolerate the demands of running.

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Need a proven path to safe running WITH arthritis? Comment "SAFE" and i'll send the guide to you directly. 💪🏃‍♂️Running...
06/13/2026

Need a proven path to safe running WITH arthritis? Comment "SAFE" and i'll send the guide to you directly. 💪🏃‍♂️

Running with knee arthritis doesn't make it worse. The research actually says the opposite.

Runners with established knee OA showed no increase in structural damage or pain over 4 years, and were significantly more likely to feel better.

Movement is medicine. The dose just has to be right.

"Among individuals over 50 years of age with knee OA, running was not associated with longitudinal worsening knee pain or radiographically defined structural progression. Additionally, runners also had more improvement in knee pain compared to non-runners, suggesting there may be a benefit to running from a knee health perspective in people who have OA.”








06/12/2026

I’ve had runners say during sessions:

“…this is physical therapy?”

That’s kind of the point.

If your body can tolerate it, rehab should eventually (or immediately) look a lot like training, not endless clamshells, bridges, and low-level table exercises that don’t actually prepare you for the demands of running.

The goal isn’t to avoid movement. The goal is to build enough capacity to handle it.

Strength training should complement your running so you become more resilient and better able to tolerate training loads over time. But if your “rehab” never progresses beyond basic bodyweight exercises, that’s a far cry from the actual demands of distance running.

Running is repetitive impact. Single-leg loading. Force production. Fatigue resistance. Your rehab should reflect that when appropriate.

So if you can tolerate it, most of the time you shouldn’t completely stop training. You simply modify and respect the current capacity of the tissue while continuing to move forward.

That’s how runners stay runners.






Running doesn't cause arthritis. It prevents it. Running too hard, too much, without structure ... that's a different st...
06/11/2026

Running doesn't cause arthritis. It prevents it. Running too hard, too much, without structure ... that's a different story.

06/10/2026

One focused 90-minute session with a clear plan can move you further than rushed 15-minute visits twice a week for two months.

A longer session allows us to actually dive into the details that matter:
✔️ Training structure
✔️ Strength programming
✔️ Running mechanics
✔️ Recovery habits
✔️ Footwear considerations
✔️ Load management
✔️ Lifestyle and scheduling

More importantly, we can fit everything into your daily, weekly, and monthly routine so the plan is realistic and sustainable — not just another list of exercises you’ll never follow.

This model exists for a reason:
To save time, reduce confusion, and help runners recover faster by addressing the actual demands of the sport instead of chasing symptoms.

Comment “FOOT PAIN” and I’ll send the new blog directly.Dealing with foot pain? Many runners do at some point.It’s no su...
06/09/2026

Comment “FOOT PAIN” and I’ll send the new blog directly.

Dealing with foot pain? Many runners do at some point.

It’s no surprise considering the repetitive demands distance running places on the foot and lower leg over thousands of steps.

One injury runners should be mindful of: metatarsal bone stress injuries.

These often begin as vague forefoot pain that gradually worsens with running, hopping, or even walking if ignored.

The good news? Early recognition and proper management matter.

Think you may be dealing with one?

👉 Click the link in bio to read the full blog or comment “FOOT PAIN” and I’ll send it to you directly.






Most runners think performance comes from one thing:More mileage. Marathon performance is more complex than that.A recen...
06/08/2026

Most runners think performance comes from one thing:

More mileage. Marathon performance is more complex than that.

A recent Boston Marathon study found better race outcomes were associated with:

✔️ Consistent long-term volume
✔️ More quality sessions
✔️ Cross-training & strength work
✔️ Better training structure over time

The interesting part?

The fastest runners didn’t just keep adding more.

Many gradually reduced running frequency/load in the final months before race day while maintaining quality workouts and race-specific work.

In other words: Build a large aerobic base over time… then sharpen it.

Not every run needs to be harder. Not every month needs to be bigger.

Performance often comes from balancing stress and recovery appropriately — not simply doing more.

Programming Pearl: Long-term consistency + quality sessions + intelligent de-loads > panic mileage before race day.

Interested in more practical tips for your next marathon? DM "Marathon" to guide a free guide on structuring your training.







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