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Athlete's Care Runner's Program

A specialized, science-driven program designed to address the unique needs of runners at all levels, from beginners to elite athletes. This program focuses on injury recovery, injury prevention, performance enhancement,

and long-term musculoskeletal health

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Direct billing to most insurance providers

We aren’t “just” physios. We’re running experts. Unsure how to train for a 10k? What’s better - treadmill or outdoors? How many days per week should you be running? Should you be rotating shoes? Our expertly-trained staff can help answer all of your questions so that you feel confident lacing up and tackling your goals one day at a time.

The Runner's Program at Athlete's Care is ideal for:

Runners recovering from acute or chronic injuries

Those looking to improve running efficiency and prevent future injuries

Athletes preparing for marathons, ultramarathons, or other competitive events

Casual runners seeking to build sustainable running habits

Our Runner’s Program equips runners with the tools and knowledge to heal, train smarter, and achieve their running goals while maintaining long-term health.

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Insurer Accepted

Our goal is to provide you with high quality physiotherapy treatments that are hassle-free. We are able to bill directly to most insurance companies on your behalf. Not sure if you’re covered? Give us a call and we will direct you to the appropriate resources to find out.

What does a video-recorded gait analysis look like? Watch it here!

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"I had a great experience there. I had an injury because of running and Britany helped me to recover and to come back practicing sports without pain. All the people in the clinic are very nice and I was very happy with my treatment. Highly recommended!"

R.B - Athlete's Care King & Yonge

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"The runner's program with Victoria was awesome. It's been really great to be able to run without pain." A.F - Athlete's Care King & Yonge

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"Had a calf tear after completing my first marathon and Daniel got me back up and running in no time, spent the time to understand the root cause behind the injury, and worked with me to strengthen some of those deficiencies and imbalances to prevent another injury in the future. Great attitude, and a joy to work with. Would recommend!" D.M - Athlete's Care Richmond & John

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"I had a great experience with Katherine. She quickly identified the issue with my running gait that had caused my calf injury, and was great at giving me exercises that promoted me getting into better habits. The clinic’s website and booking system was very easy to use too." S.D - Athlete's Care Liberty Village

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"The running analysis I did with Kevin Connell was incredibly helpful. I left informed, inspired, and encouraged, with clear, concrete tasks to work on to improve my form and a healthy dose of motivation. So grateful to Kevin for his knowledge, guidance, and low-tech approach to enabling a long-term and joyful running life." K.H - Athlete's Care @ The Running Physio

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"Kelly was fantastic! Both informative and helpful. She's provided some great advise and exercises to relieve my heel pain (plantar fasciitis). Looking forward to our follow up and happy to be on the road to recovery. The space is welcoming and in a great location! Highly recomend for people in the westend :)" S.K - Athlete's Care @ The Running Physio

Personalized Program

The Runner's Program designed to help you reach your goals

Detailed Assessment

Comprehensive Consultation

The program involves a comprehensive consultation and thorough assessment where we learn more about you: 

  • A detailed evaluation of biomechanics, including gait analysis, stride efficiency, and running form
  • Strength and flexibility assessments to identify imbalances or weaknesses contributing to injury or inefficiency
  • Personalized injury history review and goal setting

Individualized Rehabilitation PlansEffective, Quality Care

Following the initial assessment, your therapist will determine the best course of treatment for your condition and to help you reach your goals.  

  • Evidence-based treatments for common running injuries such as plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome, shin splints, Achilles tendinitis, and stress fractures
  • Progressive strengthening and mobility exercises tailored to the runner's condition and fitness level
  • Soft tissue therapies, such as massage, myofascial release, and Shockwave therapy to accelerate recovery

Gait RetrainingBiomechanical Optimization

Our constant focus is always to provide you with the most effective treatment necessary to get you feeling better.

  • Focused sessions to refine running mechanics and minimize injury risks.
  • Incorporation of drills and exercises to improve cadence, foot strike, and posture.

Cross Training & Conditioning

  • Incorporation of low-impact activities, such as cycling, swimming, or yoga, to maintain cardiovascular fitness during recovery
  • Core, hip, and glute strengthening programs to enhance running power and stability

Education & Injury Prevention

  • Discussion of proper footwear selection, training volume management, and the importance of rest and recovery
  • Guidance on nutrition, hydration, and fueling strategies for optimal performance and healing

Return-to-Run Protocol

  • Gradual and monitored reintroduction to running, emphasizing safe mileage progression.
  • Structured plans that balance workload and recovery to prevent reinjury.

Performance Enhancement

  • Advanced strength and agility training to boost speed and endurance
  • Treadmill training to improve run form and economy

Access to Multi-Disciplinary Support

  • Collaboration with physical therapists, chiropractors, registered massage therapists, sports medicine physicians, nutritionists, and coaches to provide a holistic approach

Pain isn’t normal. Taking care of an injury is an important part of self-care. Book a session with our team today and take the next step towards being a healthy, strong, injury-free runner.Click on an Athlete's Care location to find Runner's Program provider near you!

Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care Adelaide & York

Jeevan Kooner, MScPTLocation: Adelaide & York

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Kelly To, MPT, BKinLocation: Adelaide & York               : Yorkville

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Rebecca Campbell, MScPTLocation: Adelaide & York               : Yonge & Eglinton

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Dr. Trevor Vander Doelen, DC, MScLocation: Adelaide & York               : Queen & Dufferin - The Running Physio

Sports Specialist ChiropractorMedical AcupunctureFunctional Integrated TherapyRunner's Program

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Kira Cheung, RMTLocation: Adelaide & York               : Keele & Steeles - York U               : Mississauga

Registered Massage TherapistRunner's Program

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Dr. Nicole Westlake, DCLocation: Adelaide & York               : King & Yonge

ChiropractorFunctional Integrated TherapyRunner's Program

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Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care in the Beach

Hannah Giffune, DPT, BHScLocation: The Beach

Registered PhysiotherapistPelvic Health PhysiotherapyRunner's Program

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Michael Thornton, MPTLocation: The Beach

Physiotherapy ResidentRunner's Program

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Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care Keele & Steeles

Kevin Vuong, MPTLocation: Keele & Steeles, York University Track Centre

Registered PhysiotherapistMaual TherapyAcupunctureRunner's Program

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Sina Akbarzadeh, MScPTLocation: Keele & Steeles, York University Track Centre

Physiotherapy ResidentRunner's Program

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Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care King & Yonge

Kyle Crowne, MScPT, BScKinLocation: King & Yonge

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Brittany Emary, MScPTLocation: King & Yonge

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Nathania Chan, MScPT, BScKinLocation: King & Yonge               : Yorkville

Registered PhysiotherapistMedical AcupunctureRunner's Program

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Amy Eccles, MScPT, BScKin(Hons)Location: King & Yonge

Registered PhysiotherapistLevel 1 Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal CertificationRunner's Program

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Dr. Nicole Westlake, DCLocation: Adelaide & York               : King & Yonge

ChiropractorFunctional Integrated TherapyRunner's Program

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Victoria DiSabatino, MScPT, BScKin(Hons)Location: King & Yonge

Registered Physiotherapist
Medical AcupunctureRunner's Program

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Gita Lakra, MScPT, BScKin, MCPALocation: King & Yonge               : York Mills & Leslie

Registered Physiotherapist
Level 3 Manual TherapyMedical AcupunctureRunner's Program

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Dr. Zachary Godwin, DCLocation: Richmond & John               : King & Yonge

ChiropractorFunctional Integrated TherapyRunner's Program

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Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care Leaside

Mark Attia, MScPTLocation: Leaside

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Chris Landa, MScPTLocation: Leaside

Resgistered Physiotherapist
Medical AcupunctureVestibular Rehabilitation

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Shady Nagib, MPTLocation: York Mills & Leslie               : Leaside

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Dr. Rebecca Temertzoglou, DCLocation: Leaside

ChiropractorMedical AcupunctureRunner's Program

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Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care Liberty Village

Brian Culliton, MScPT, BScHKLocation: Liberty Village

Registered Physiotherapist Level 3 Manual Therapy Medical Acupuncture Runner's Program

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Emily Karageorgos, MScPTLocation: Liberty Village

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Katherine Henderson, MScPTLocation: Liberty Village

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Lakshmi 'Lucky' Mandapati, BPTLocation: Liberty Village

Registered PhysiotherapistMedical AcupunctureRunner's Program

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Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care Queen & Dufferin

Kelly Thurlow, MScPTLocation: Queen & Dufferin - The Running Physio

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Erin Locke, MScPTLocation: Queen & Dufferin - The Running Physio

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Kelly Franklin, MScPTLocation: Queen & Dufferin - The Running Physio

Registered PhysiotherapistMedical AcupunctureRunner's Program

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Kevin Handler, MScPTLocation: Queen & Dufferin - The Running Physio

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Kevin Connell, MScPTLocation: Queen & Dufferin - The Running Physio

Registered PhysiotherapistDry Needling & AcupunctureManual TherapyRunner's Program

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Dr. Trevor Vander Doelen, DC, MScLocation: Adelaide & York               : Queen & Dufferin - The Running Physio

Sports Specialist ChiropractorMedical AcupunctureFunctional Integrated TherapyRunner's Program

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Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care Richmond & John

Alexander Boland, MPTLocation: Richmond & John

Physiotherapy ResidentRunner's Program

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Scott Aquilina, MScPT, BKinLocation: Richmond & John

Registered PhysiotherapistMedical AcupunctureRunner's Program

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Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care Whitby

Omar Rasheed, MScPTLocation: Whitby, York Mills & Leslie

Registered PhysiotherapistDry Needling, AcupunctureRunner's Program

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Alaina Berger, RMTLocation: Whitby, Yonge & Eglinton

Registered Massage TherapistRunner's Program

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Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care Yonge & Eglinton

Ehren Chang, MScPT, BKinLocation: Yonge & St.Clair,                       : Yonge & Eglinton

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Roman Andres Izquierdo, MScPTLocation: Yonge & Eglinton

Registered PhysiotherapistMedical Acupuncture
Vesitbular Rehab / VertigoRunner's Program

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Kevin Zhu, MPTLocation: Yonge & Eglinton

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Nicholas Stergiadis, MPTLocation: Yonge & Eglinton

Physiotherapy ResidentRunner's Program

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Tommy Kong, RMTLocation: Yonge & Eglinton

Registered Massage TherapistFascial Stretch TherapistRunner's Program

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Alaina Berger, RMTLocation: Whitby, Yonge & Eglinton

Registered Massage TherapistRunner's Program

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Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care Yonge & St.Clair

Keren Ramonov, MScPTLocation: Yonge & St.Clair

Registered PhysiotherapistPelvic Health PhysiotherapyRunner's Program

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Ehren Chang, MScPT, BKinLocation: Yonge & St.Clair,                       : Yonge & Eglinton

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Marguerite Merey, RMTLocation: Yonge & St. Clair
               :  King & Yonge

Registered Massage TherapistRunner's Program

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Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care Yonge & Sheppard

Miriam Farid, MScPTLocation: Yonge & Sheppard

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Mohammadreza (Reza) Farazdaghi, PHD in PhysiotherapyLocation: Yonge & Sheppard

Registered PhysiotherapistDry NeedlingRunner's Program

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Anil Popatiya, BPTLocation: Yonge & Sheppard

Registered PhysiotherapistDry NeedlingMedical AcupunctureRunner's Program

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Philip Park, MScPTLocation: Yonge & Sheppard

Registered PhysiotherapistActive Soft Tissue Relase TherapyRunner's Program

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Amin Montazeri, MPTLocation: Yonge & Sheppard

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Meet our Runner's Program providers at Athlete's Care York Mills & Leslie

Zamir Walji, MScPTLocation: York Mills & Leslie

Registered PhysiotherapistNeurofunctional Medical AcupunctureRunner's Program

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Kate Moffett, MScPTLocation: York Mills & Leslie

Registered PhysiotherapistMedical AcupunctureRunner's Program

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Shady Nagib, MPTLocation: York Mills & Leslie               : Leaside

Registered PhysiotherapistRunner's Program

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Alana Coutts, MScPTLocation: York Mills & Leslie

Registered PhysiotherapistMedical AcupuncturePelvic Health PhysiotherapyRunner's Program

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Ghazaleh Moazezekhah, MScPTLocation: York Mills & Leslie

Registered PhysiotherapistMedical AcupunctureCertified Pilates PractitionerRunner's Program

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Olivera Kralj, MPTLocation: York Mills & Leslie

Physiotherapy ResidentRunner's Program

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Omar Rasheed, MScPTLocation: Whitby, York Mills & Leslie

Registered PhysiotherapistDry Needling, AcupunctureRunner's Program

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MEET LAUREN ROBERTS

Founder of The Running Physio, Athlete's Care Run Program Director, Run Coach and Physiotherapist. 

Lauren is the creator of the Real Running Course and has taught clinicians Canada-wide how to assess and treat runners of all ages and abilities. She has contributed to various podcasts, been published in Canada Running Magazine, iRun magazine, and is a guest lecturer at the University of Toronto.


Her team at Athlete's Care is the Official Physiotherapy Partner of the Canada Running Series, providing medical and supportive services to each of the races across Toronto and the GTA.


Coach's Corner with The Running Physio, Lauren Roberts, is a regular column in iRun magazine. Here, Lauren answers your burning questions about training, injury and shoe recommendations. Got a question you want Lauren to answer email ben@irun.ca to be featured!

Click here to check out Lauren's Q&As from the latest Issue of iRun

Common, Treatable Running Conditions

  • Iliotibial (IT) Band Tightness
  • Patellofemoral Syndrome
  • Achilles Tendonitis
  • Shin Splints
  • Hamstring Tightness
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Stress Fractures
  • Ankle Sprain
  • Bursitis
  • Hip Tightness
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The Runner's Program at Athlete's Care Unstoppable Starts Here

Pain isn’t normal. Taking care of an injury is an important part of self-care. Find an Athlete's Care location near you and book a session with our team today and take the next step towards being a healthy, strong, injury-free runner.

Contact us for more information about the Runner's Program at Athlete's Care Sports Medicine Centres

Our exceptional team of healthcare providers have been offering the services of physiotherapy, massage therapy, chiropractic care and sport medicine physician consultations in downtown Toronto since 1997. Athlete's Care has since grown, and proudly grown to 26 locations, helping communities in North York, York Region, Peel Region, Mississauga, Oakville and Ottawa.Visit athletescare.com for more information.