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title: "The Active Maine Blog: Running & Living Inspired | Dr. Kelton Cullenberg, PT, DPT (4)"
description: Dr. Kelton Cullenberg, a former America East 5k champion and University of Maine Exercise Science graduate, combines his passion for running with expertise in physical therapy. As the founder of Steady State, he specializes in personalized rehab for runners and active individuals. Kelton's journey, influenced by his experiences in competitive sports and professional settings, focuses on blending rehab with coaching. Outside the clinic, he enjoys running, backcountry skiing, and exploring the outdoors with his wife Ashten. (4)
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# The Active Maine Blog: Running & Living Inspired

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## [Introducing the Runeasi Gait Analysis System: More Information for Injured and Injury-Free Runners](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/introducing-the-runeasi-gait-analysis-system-more-information-for-injured-and-injury-free-runners)

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 Mar 13, 2024, 11:52:54 AM

We’re excited to formally partner with Runeasi - a run gait analysis tool that will help us continue...

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## [(Second to) Last Skier Standing 2023](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/second-to-last-skier-standing-2023)

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Author: Brent Underkoffler, PT, DPT

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## [Run for Life: The Secret to Avoiding Overuse Injuries and Enhancing Performance](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/run-for-life-the-secret-to-avoiding-overuse-injuries-and-enhancing-performance)

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 Feb 4, 2024, 5:24:13 PM

Each year, 80% of runners experience overuse injuries, which include various tissues like muscles, t...

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## [Reclaiming the Run: The Athlete's Guide to Overcoming Injury and Returning to Peak Performance](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/reclaiming-the-run-the-athletes-guide-to-overcoming-injury-and-returning-to-peak-performance)

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 Feb 4, 2024, 4:47:53 PM

It happened. You've experienced an injury, and now the sport that used to bring you joy has become f...

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## [Top Blog Posts from Our Colleagues](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/top-blog-posts-from-our-colleagues)

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 Jan 22, 2024, 9:33:07 AM

We have a bunch of great colleague friends throughout the country - and we thought it'd be great to ...

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## [Why Don't You Take Insurance?](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/why-dont-you-take-insurance)

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 Jan 21, 2024, 4:35:03 PM

“Why Don’t You Take Insurance?”

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## [Back Cove Backyard Ultra 2023 Recap & Stats](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/back-cove-backyard-ultra-2023-recap-stats)

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 Jan 18, 2024, 9:31:51 AM

I wanted to express a huge thank you to all of you who participated in, volunteered at, crewed, or c...

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[![2 runners running demonstrating heel-striking landing pattern.](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/hubfs/urban%20sports%2c%20healthy%20couple%20jogging%20in%20the%20city%20at%20early%20morning%20in%20night.jpeg)](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/heel-striking-is-it-really-bad-for-you-cadence-for-runners)

[Physical Therapy Portland Maine](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/physical-therapy-portland-maine), [Maine Running](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/maine-running), [Runner Education](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/runner-education), [Running Injuries](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/running-injuries), [Injury Prevention](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/injury-prevention), [Dr. Kelton](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/dr-kelton), [Cadence](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/cadence), [Heel Striking](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/heel-striking), [Overstriding](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/overstriding), [Gait Retraining](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/gait-retraining)

## [Heel-Striking: Is It Really Bad for You? Cadence for Runners](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/heel-striking-is-it-really-bad-for-you-cadence-for-runners)

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 Jan 18, 2024, 9:18:55 AM

There are numerous running myths out there and many of them are related to running form. Probably th...

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[![A runner holding their painful knee.](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/hubfs/Closeup%20tendon%20knee%20joint%20problems%20on%20woman%20leg%20indicated%20with%20red%20spot%20isolated%20on%20gray%20background.%20Joint%20inflammation%20concept..jpeg)](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/your-it-band-should-be-tight)

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## [Your IT Band SHOULD be Tight!](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/your-it-band-should-be-tight)

![Picture of Dr. Kelton Cullenberg, PT, DPT](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/230505-BDoscher-SteadyState-36%20-%20Copy-1.jpg?width=50&name=230505-BDoscher-SteadyState-36%20-%20Copy-1.jpg) [Dr. Kelton Cullenberg, PT, DPT](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/author/dr-kelton-cullenberg-pt-dpt) 

 Jan 18, 2024, 9:17:44 AM

Iliotibial Band (ITB) syndrome is the most common cause of outer knee pain in runners. Despite the u...

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[![A diagram showing the relationship between Activity Level/Load & Actual Current Capacity, showing when someone would be in pain, pain-free, and have an injury buffer.](https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/blogs/2147505910/images/06ad888-c1aa-e888-7e41-6d336abd850b_Injury_Buffer_Diagram_Screenshot.png)](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/the-injury-buffer-why-so-many-runners-are-chronically-injured)

[Physical Therapy Portland Maine](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/physical-therapy-portland-maine), [Maine Running](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/maine-running), [Runner Education](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/runner-education), [Runner's Health](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/runners-health), [Running Injuries](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/running-injuries), [Injury Prevention](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/injury-prevention), [Dr. Kelton](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/tag/dr-kelton)

## [The Injury Buffer: Why So Many Runners are Chronically Injured](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/the-injury-buffer-why-so-many-runners-are-chronically-injured)

![Picture of Dr. Kelton Cullenberg, PT, DPT](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/230505-BDoscher-SteadyState-36%20-%20Copy-1.jpg?width=50&name=230505-BDoscher-SteadyState-36%20-%20Copy-1.jpg) [Dr. Kelton Cullenberg, PT, DPT](https://www.steadystatehealth.com/the-active-maine-blog/author/dr-kelton-cullenberg-pt-dpt) 

 Jan 18, 2024, 8:31:35 AM

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