Optimizing Bone Health for Long-Distance Runners

This course will discuss risk factors and common regions of bone stress injuries (BSIs) in distance runners, how to identify a bone stress injury, elements of an individualized return to run program, and what to include in an injury prevention program to optimize bone health in distance runners.

Bethany Brausen

Instructor

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Dr. Bethany Brausen (Kozak) (she/her), PT, DPT, OCS, Run Coach
Founder | Tempo Physical Therapy & Running Performance

I am a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and former Division 1 track and cross-country athlete specializing in running and pelvic health. After earning my Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences and completing an Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency, I founded Tempo Physical Therapy & Running Performance to bridge the gap between rehab and performance. Having experienced multiple bone stress injuries myself as a runner, I deeply understand the frustration of being sidelined. This sparked my mission to help others reduce injury risk and return to the activities they love. My individualized, goal-oriented approach focuses on movement optimization, hands-on techniques, and effective loading. As a member of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, I am also committed to supporting Tribal Nations and the land we run and live on.