In this video, Maryke explains how you can decide whether it is OK (for your specific case of IT band syndrome) to continue running and when it might not be. She also discusses changes to your running style that may help your recovery, and why a walkrun programme is the best for getting back to running once you've had iliotibial band syndrome.

Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:44 Can you run with IT band syndrome?
00:01:12 When might it be OK to continue running?
00:02:56 When might it be better not to run?
00:04:15 Running style factors that may influence IT band syndrome
00:09:22 Why a runwalk programme is a good idea
00:10:39 How we can help

Other videos you may find useful:
Iliotibial band syndrome: Causes, symptoms, treatment:    • Iliotibial (IT) Band Syndrome: Causes...  
Exercises for IT band syndrome:    • Exercises for Iliotibial Band Syndrome  
Foam rolling IT band Dos and don’ts:    • Foam Roll IT Band Dos & Don'ts  
Stretches for IT band syndrome:    • Stretches for IT Band Syndrome  

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