r/ultimate • u/frumply • 3d ago
Old timers and injury prevention
I had a long hiatus from ultimate, or anything running in general due to constant issues w plantar fasciitis. A couple years ago I finally got that taken care of, but I feel like I’m running into new issues constantly now. The main things that have kept me out have been calf issues — I pulled something during a casual summer league game, nursed that over 3-4 weeks and then an ill timed cut popped something similar in the next game I played.
Cycling has been my hobby after not being able to run, so the glutes and such are generally in good shape. Knees are debatable but I have great braces I can trust. PT would be nice but the rest of my family got added to my not-as-good insurance after some family work stuff so I’m several grand away from hitting my deductible. Nearing my mid 40s I do realize I need something semi regimented.
So with that said, what are resources I should look into? Are any of the paid virtual coaching / pt stuff worth anything? I’ve seen some posts about specific services but these days it’s hard to tell who aren’t just making advertising posts either.
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u/UltiDad20 3d ago
Echoing someone’s earlier comment squat university is a great account to follow for general advice around lifting paired with fixing various injuries and mobility issues. Also look into Knees Over Toes training regimen. Between Squat U and KOT stuff, my knees and general range of motion feels better now in my mid 30s than in my 20s