Welcome to Return to Running Program 

This is an evidence-based outline to allow a athlete to return to running in a safe, progressive way. This has been formulated by physical therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches with extensive pro-team and adolescent/ adult sports medicine experience. Running has been shown in some studies to generate forces 5x's as great as walking. That is why after a bout of deconditioning or injury it is important to return to running in a progressive fashion.

There are two return to running programs:

1. Return to running - 20 minute interval running program

2. Return to running - 30 minute steady state running program

**IMPORTANT: Always consult your physician or qualified health care provider before using any of the information or programs on this website. If you use any information or exercise programs on this page or web site, and experience any pain, fatigue, shortness of breath or other physical symptoms, you must immediately stop and call your physician or other qualified health care provider.