5 Effective Exercises To Fix The Root Cause Of Runner's Knee

Runner’s knee, or patellofemoral pain syndrome, is the leading cause of injury in distance runners. All too often runners end up treating the symptoms of runner’s knee instead of the cause leaving them with pain and reduced mileage. In this video you will learn the root cause of runner’s knee and the 5 exercises you can start today to fix it. You’ll also learn how to “re-wire” your brain and muscles to create long-lasting relief while creating building blocks to improve your running mechanics. If you have pain at the front of your knee and around your knee cap while running, squatting, or going down stairs, be sure to check out this video for exercises that will address the root cause. Here’s what you’ll learn in this video: 00:00 5 Effective Exercises To Fix The Root Cause Of Runner's Knee 00:37 What is Runner’s Knee 04:51 Exercise 1: Kneeling fire hydrants 06:44 Exercise 2: Side lying hip abduction 07:52 Exercise 3: Side plank clamshell 08:42 Exercise 4: Runner lunges 09:48 Exercise 5: Quick squat drops #CompetitiveEdgePT #CompetitiveEdgePhysicalTherapy ==================================================================== ✅ Subscribe for more FREE tips on how athletes and active individuals can overcome injury, optimize their movement, and enhance their performance.: https://www.youtube.com/@CompetitiveE... // FREE RESOURCES Explore our ebooks which are written by Doctors of Physical Therapy and designed to give you actionable steps you can take TODAY to start alleviating your pain and getting back to walking, running, and playing sports the way you want to. https://compedgept.com/free-ebooks/ //SHOP OUR COURSES! The Running Blueprint http://www.therunningblueprint.com Run Safe - Run Strong Meniscus Recovery Course https://www.compedgeinstitute.com/p/r... //COME SAY HI! Find us online at: https://compedgept.com/ Facebook:   / thecompetitiveedgept   Instagram:   / competitiveedgept   //CONTACT: Have questions or would like to get in touch with us? Send us a message https://compedgept.com/about/contact-us/ DISCLAIMER: Any information available at this channel is intended for general guidance only and must never be considered a substitute for advice provided by a physician, medical provider or physical therapist. Competitive Edge Physical Therapy will not be liable for any injuries that happened due to performing any exercises or advice on this channel. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional with questions about your medical condition or to diagnose any conditions.