Oregon Running Clinic

04/10/2026

As the weather warms up and the Pacific Northwest begins to come alive again, spring offers the perfect opportunity to take your running off the pavement and onto the trails. Portland trail running is growing rapidly in popularity, and 2026 is shaping up to be a breakout year for runners across the region.

As the weather warms up and the Pacific Northwest begins to come alive again, spring offers the perfect opportunity to take your running off the pavement and onto the trails. Portland trail running is growing rapidly in popularity, and 2026 is shaping up to be a breakout year for runners across the

04/03/2026

Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just getting started, one of the most overlooked parts of running performance and injury prevention is a proper stretching routine. Knowing what to do before and after your run can make a huge difference in how you feel, how you perform, and how quickly you recover.

Stretching helps improve mobility, increase blood flow, enhance muscle activation, and reduce injury risk. But not all stretching is created equal—what you do before your run should look very different from what you do after.

02/12/2026

Marathon season is coming! Start training now with our team. https://www.oregonrunningclinic.com/contact-us

02/05/2026

Adaptive running is about thoughtful adaptation—not compensation.
Our latest blog breaks down how running-specific prosthetics, biomechanics, and training load affect performance and injury risk for runners with amputation.

Adaptive running equipment plays a critical role in performance and injury prevention for runners with amputation, and understanding how it works matters.

01/30/2026

Super shoes are everywhere—but are they right for your running? 🏃‍♂️
We break down what the latest research actually shows about performance, fatigue, and injury risk, plus how to use super shoes wisely in training and racing.

Super shoes can boost performance, but understanding how foam, stiffness, and stack height affect your body is key to using them safely and effectively.

12/16/2025

For runners, performance depends not just on training, but on the body's ability to deliver oxygen efficiently to working muscles. One critical nutrient in that process is iron—a mineral that plays a central role in producing hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body. When iron levels are low, oxygen transport is compromised, and the results can be frustrating: fatigue, shortness of breath, and a noticeable decline in endurance.https://www.oregonrunningclinic.com/runners-life-blog/2025/7/18/iron-deficiency-in-runners-what-you-need-to-know-and-how-to-fix-it

12/09/2025

As runners, we're always looking for that extra edge—whether it's shaving seconds off our personal record or simply feeling stronger during those long training runs. One of the most accessible and well-researched performance enhancers might already be sitting in your kitchen: caffeine.

Discover how to strategically use caffeine to run faster and longer—without the jitters or sleep disruption.

12/03/2025

Every runner, no matter their experience level, eventually encounters a plateau—a frustrating phase where progress stalls despite consistent training. While disheartening, a plateau is also a normal and often temporary part of the running journey. By adjusting your training, recovery, and mindset, you can break through and continue improving.https://www.oregonrunningclinic.com/runners-life-blog/2025/9/22/how-to-overcome-a-running-plateau

11/25/2025

Running a Turkey Trot this week? Be prepared for cold weather running with our tips! https://www.oregonrunningclinic.com/runners-life-blog/2025/11/21/running-tips-cold-weather-prep

11/21/2025

We’re excited to announce a new partnership that will help you run stronger, recover better, and stay injury-free! 🏃‍♀️🔥
Oregon Running Clinic is now partnered with APPI — one of the world’s most trusted, physiotherapy-designed Pilates methods.

Pilates has been shown to improve running economy, core strength, mobility, and injury resilience, and APPI makes it easy to train from home with APPI TV.

🌟 Exclusive for our ORC community: Get 10% off every month with code appioregonrunning10 at appi.tv

Check out our latest blog to learn why Pilates is so powerful for runners and why Dr. Jen Davis fully endorses APPI for ongoing strength and movement training.https://www.oregonrunningclinic.com/runners-life-blog/2025/11/21/the-benefits-of-pilates-for-runners-introducing-our-new-partnership-with-appi

09/22/2025

https://www.oregonrunningclinic.com/runners-life-blog/2025/9/22/shin-stress-reactions-in-runners-what-you-need-to-know
Shin pain is one of the most common complaints among runners, and in many cases, it is related to bone stress injuries (BSIs). A shin stress reaction is the earliest stage of a bone stress injury in the tibia (shin bone). These occur when repetitive loading from running outpaces the bone’s ability to repair itself. If left unaddressed, a stress reaction can progress into a stress fracture—a more serious injury that requires longer recovery.
Read our latest blog for more info and prevention tips!

Shin pain is one of the most common complaints among runners, and in many cases, it is related to bone stress injuries (BSIs).