Are your knees holding your running back?
Whether you're training for your first 5K, preparing for a marathon, or simply enjoy running to stay healthy, knee pain is one of the most common injuries runners experience. In fact, research suggests that up to half of all runners experience an injury each year, with the knee consistently ranking as the most frequently injured area. Conditions like runner's knee (patellofemoral pain syndrome), IT band syndrome, and patella tendinopathy often develop gradually as training volume increases.
The good news? Most running-related knee pain is preventable and highly treatable when you understand what's causing it.
Instead of guessing, resting for weeks, or hoping the pain disappears, learn what your knees actually need to stay healthy so you can continue running with confidence.
Join Doctor of Physical Therapy Kaela Frailing for an interactive workshop designed specifically for runners who:
Have dealt with knee pain in the past
Notice aches as they increase mileage
Are training for an upcoming race
Want to prevent injuries before they happen
Simply want to become stronger and more resilient runners
What You'll Learn
During this workshop, Kaela will cover:
The anatomy of the knee and how it functions during running
The most common causes of running-related knee pain
Why knee pain often isn't just a "knee problem"
Simple strength and mobility exercises that help build healthier, more resilient knees
Practical injury prevention strategies you can immediately incorporate into your training
You'll leave with a better understanding of your body, practical exercises you can begin using right away, and greater confidence in keeping yourself healthy as your mileage grows.
Meet Your Presenter
Kaela Frailing, PT, DPT
Kaela Frailing is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with additional training and experience as a pelvic health specialist. She is passionate about helping people continue doing the activities they love while moving with greater confidence and less pain.
Although she has specialized expertise in pregnancy and postpartum care, Kaela also treats a wide variety of orthopedic conditions, including running-related injuries, low back pain, SI joint dysfunction, and shoulder pain. She takes a comprehensive, whole-body approach, looking beyond where symptoms occur to identify the movement patterns, strength deficits, and mobility limitations contributing to pain.
As a runner herself, Kaela understands the desire to stay active and continue training without recurring setbacks. Her goal is to help runners move better, build confidence in their bodies, and stay healthy for the long run.
A southwest Michigan native, Kaela earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Western Michigan University. When she's not working with patients, you'll likely find her out on a trail run or curled up with a good book.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is perfect for:
Recreational runners
New runners building mileage
Experienced runners wanting to stay injury-free
Anyone with recurring knee pain during or after running
Anyone interested in learning how to build stronger, healthier knees
Reserve Your Spot
This is a small-group educational workshop so everyone has an opportunity to ask questions and learn in an interactive environment.
Space is limited to just 10 participants, and registration is required.
If you've been putting up with nagging knee pain—or want to prevent it before it starts—this workshop will give you practical strategies from a physical therapist who specializes in helping active individuals continue doing what they love.
Register today before all 10 spots are filled.
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time: 5:30–6:15 PM
Location: Pure Movement
2050 W. Centre Ave
Portage, MI 49024
Your knees carry you through every mile. Learn how to keep them healthy for many more to come.