Boston's Running Physical Therapist
A running injury doesn't just hurt.
It takes something from you.
You worked hard to build your fitness and your identity as a runner. Losing that — even temporarily — is genuinely hard. And the last thing you need is a provider who doesn't get why just stopping isn't that simple.
That's why Miles Ahead exists.
I'm Dr. Chris Herbs — a physical therapist, RRCA-certified running coach, 9x marathoner, and Boston Qualifier who built this practice specifically for runners. Because you deserve care from someone who has logged the miles and understands what you are dealing with.
Runners of all levels—couch to 5kers, first-time marathoners, Boston Qualifiers, and even Olympians—choose to work with Miles Ahead and leave having completed goal races, PR'd after years of plateau, and fixed injuries that followed them for years.
I don't just treat your injury. I take the time to understand you, your training, and what led you here.
The Physical Therapist and Coach that Runners
in Boston Trust
Running PT Built for Runners, by a Runner
Most running injuries aren't bad luck. They're the result of training errors, load management mistakes, or weaknesses that nobody ever addressed.
Returning to running without adjusting your training is how injuries become recurring injuries. Training guidance is built into every treatment plan from day one.
A running-specific exam, movement assessment, and gait analysis means we're not guessing. We know what's driving the problem before we build your plan.
Here's How We'll Get You Back Running
Getting started at Miles Ahead is simple - three steps to running pain-free and performing at your best.
The goal isn't just pain free.
The goal is back to full training with more durability and a lower risk of re-injury.
And for runners who want ongoing support, coaching and strength training are available
to keep you on track.
2. Evaluate, treat,
and progress
We start with a thorough running-specific exam and Runeasi gait analysis.
From there, we get to work:
hands on treatment,
strength work, and
ongoing training guidance to get you back to running.
1. Schedule your
free consult
We talk through your injury,
training history, and goals.
If we're a good fit,
we book your eval.
3. Run Stronger and
Stay Healthy