Here's everything you should know about iliotibial band syndrome—plus, the IT band exercises that can help to prevent it.

The main complaint of IT band syndrome is of pain on the outside of the knee – sometimes sharp, but often aching – that comes on after an activity like running.

If you have a tight ITBS causing outer knee pain or shooting pain up your leg, these IT Band exercises work. Plus a guide to prevent it again. The post Running with IT Band Syndrome | An Honest ...

The iliotibial band is a thick band of tissue that runs outside your thigh, from your hip to your knee. Its primary function is to stabilize and support the knee during running and other activities.