Live CE Course:
Pelvic Floor Implications for the Running Athlete
When: Saturday and Sunday, April 25th - 26th, 2026
Where: UCSF PhysFit Health and Wellness Center @ Mission Bay
1675 Owens St Room 195, San Francisco, CA 94158
Presented by: Amanda Olson, DPT, PRPC
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Here's What You'll Learn:
Evaluation & Clinical Reasoning
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Perform a comprehensive runner evaluation, including screening for pelvic floor–related impairments.
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Apply practical evaluation techniques to assess stability, neuromuscular control, and movement patterns.
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Identify common running-related injuries associated with pelvic floor dysfunction.
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Differentiate impairments related to pelvic floor dysfunction vs. other running-related contributors.
Intervention & Exercise Prescription
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Design evidence-informed treatment strategies for runners with pelvic floor dysfunction.
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Progress stability and neuromuscular control exercises specific to running demands.
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Develop a therapeutic exercise training plan tailored to runners with pelvic floor impairments.
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Integrate foot mechanics and pelvic floor coordination into rehabilitation programming.
Running Gait & Video Analysis
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Conduct a systematic running gait examination.
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Utilize video gait analysis (VGA) to assess running mechanics.
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Analyze and interpret male and female VGA case examples.
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Identify gait-related impairments and progress runners based on VGA findings.
Foundational Knowledge
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Explain pelvic anatomy and pelvic floor function and its relationship to running mechanics.
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Analyze the biomechanics of running and how load transfer influences the pelvis and pelvic floor.
Clinical Application & Integration
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Synthesize evaluation, gait analysis, and exercise progression into a cohesive plan of care.
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Engage in case-based group discussion to reinforce clinical decision-making and practical application.
Special Populations
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Apply appropriate management strategies for the pregnant and postpartum runner.
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Modify running-related interventions based on sex-specific considerations and life stage.
Do you want to help pelvic health runners reduce their risk for injury and learn screening tools for your next patient?
Grab Your SpotCourse Schedule and Outline
Day 1
8:00-8:45 Introduction, Lecture: Role of the Physical Therapist
8:45-9:15 Lecture: The Pelvis & Pelvic Floor
9:15-10:00 Lecture: Biomechanics of Running
10:00-10:15 Break
10:15-11:15 Lecture: Evaluation of the Runner
11:15-12:00 Lab: Evaluation Techniques
12:00-1:00 Lunch Break
1:00-2:00 Lecture: Running Injuries Associated with Pelvic Floor Dysfunction & Treatment
2:00-2:45 Lab: Stability Progression
2:45-3:30 Lecture: Pelvic Floor Dysfunction & Impairments Associated with Running
3:30-3:45 Break
3:45-4:30 Lecture: Therapeutic Exercise Training Plan for Runners with Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
4:30-5:00 Lab: Foot/ Pelvic Floor Demonstration; Neuromuscular Control of the Pelvic Floor
Day 2
8:00-8:45 Lecture: Management of the Pregnant & Post Partum Runner
8:45-9:15 Lecture: Running Footwear Considerations
9:15-10:00: Running Gait Examination
10:00-10:15: Break
10:15-10:30 Explanation of Video Gait Analysis (VGA)
10:30-11:30 Lab Activity 1: VGA Female
11:30-12:30 Lunch
12:30-1:15 Lab Activity 2: VGA Male
1:15-2:00 VGA Progression of Runner
2:00-2:45: Group Discussion
2:45-3:00: Closing Remarks
This course is approved for 13.25 continuing education contact hours in California.
If you are coming from out of state we will happily help you submit for CEU approval.
Presenter: Amanda Olson, PT, DPT, PRPC
Dr. Olson earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Pacific University, and a Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from Regis University, graduating as a member of the Jesuit National Honor Society. She is holds a Certification of Achievement in pelvic floor physical therapy (CAPP-PF) from the American Physical Therapy Association, and the Pelvic Floor Practitioner Certification (PRPC) through the Herman and Wallace Pelvic Institute. She is also a certified Stott Pilates instructor and RRCA certified running coach.
She is the president and chief clinical officer of Intimate Rose where she develops pelvic health products and education. She is passionate about empowering women and men with pelvic health issues including pelvic pain, incontinence, pregnancy, and post-partum issues.
Dr. Olson was the 2025 winner of the Elizabeth Noble Award. This award, presented by the APTA Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy, recognizes those who have made a profound impact on patient care, education, and innovation in the field.
Hosted By CElutions Education
Justin Jellin, PT, DPT
Chief Education Officer
Dr. Justin Jellin, a physical therapist on a mission to help clinicians improve runners outcomes.
- Outpatient PT specializing in the examination and treatment of runners
- Started a cash-based running gait analysis clinic from start-up to profitability
- An established leader in successful telemedicine PT practice
- Faculty member UCSF, University of California, San Francisco, and University of the Pacific
Testimonials
"Everything was great; plenty of examples and interventions to address common running issues."
Kha N. PT, DPT
Outpatient Ortho
"The clarity and pace of the course was exceptional. I would certainly recommend this course to a friend. Thank you!"
Megan S. PT, DPT
Outpatient Ortho
"I appreciated the clinical pearls I could easily implement into my practice. Before I knew it runners were requesting me by name and filling up my waitlist!"
