f you’re working out through pain, forcing normal workouts, or following a standard program with an injury, you’re setting yourself up for setbacks. Most injuries don’t heal with “more effort” — they heal when you correct the root cause: mobility, alignment, stability, and proper progression. Here’s what really keeps injuries from healing and the smarter way to train.

Last March, my husband survived a devastating car accident that shattered his arm and leg. As he struggled to walk again, I discovered how little doctors talk about nutrition’s role in healing. This is the first article in my series on everything they don’t tell you—but that you absolutely should know to help yourself or your loved ones recover stronger and faster.