Table 4.

Staged Running Guidelines

Level 1: Unrestricted	Unrestricted running at training and competition.
Level 2A: Training restricted	May compete fully but running restricted at training under direction coach/physio/doctor.
Level 2B: Competition restricted	Restricted sprinting. May compete but effort of sprint restricted under guidance from coach/physio/doctor (set as a percentage of maximum effort or limited number of repetitions or sets).
Level 3: No running with squad	Full weight bearing, no running in competition or squad training. May have separate staged running program under direction of PT separate to squad. May train other disciplines under guidance coach/physio/doctor.
Level 4: Protected weight bearing:	On crutches plus or minus protective orthosis/cast. Training other disciplines to be discussed with coach/physio/doctor.

Notes: Level 4 for restricted weight bearing. Progress to level 3 when full weight bearing but NO running with squad.Progression to 2A when full surf sport competition is allowed, but running impact loading in training is restricted. 2B is special category where athlete may be allowed to compete but running impact loads are restricted during beach transitions. Level 1, unrestricted. All progressions should be made with full consultation of the multidisciplinary team.