Answering: How to get rid of hip pain from running Running is an excellent way to stay fit and boost your mood; however, hip pain from running can quickly turn your favorite activity into a painful ordeal. The good news is that with the right approach, you can manage and even prevent this discomfort. Let’s […]
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Knee injuries are possibly the most common injury that runners experience. In fact, it is one of the most likely reasons to keep you from running. In this guide, we’ll explore the common knee injuries that runners encounter, shedding light on these pesky pains that can disrupt your stride. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or […]
Whether you’re a seasoned athlete, or just getting started, avoiding training injuries is probably at the top of your priority list. As with most things, the amount of physical activity your body needs depends on your individual fitness goals and your current fitness level. To avoid training injuries, it’s important to start within your abilities […]
Running is an excellent way to maintain your health and fitness, but, like any physical activity, it carries the risk of injuries. By gaining a comprehensive understanding of running injuries, including the anatomy of running injuries, we can significantly lower the risk of injury. In this article, we dive into common running injuries, preventions, and […]
Running may seem like a simple activity, one that results in many health benefits, but it can bring with it the risk of related injuries. This is especially true during the warm summer months, when outdoor running is more pleasurable. Fortunately, proper training can help to reduce this risk. Most running injuries occur from overtraining, […]
As the days get longer, you may consider adding distance to your runs. What kind of plan should you follow to run farther and increase your endurance but to do so safely and prevent injury? The first rule to remember is that if you find it too difficult to complete a new distance level, do […]
Although it’s usually so small that it can’t be detected with conventional x-rays, a stress fracture is a very real crack in a bone. Most stress fractures occur in the tibia or fibula (lower-leg bones), the metatarsal or navicular bones of the foot, or the heel. The fracture develops over a period of days or […]
You might think that buying a pair of running shoes is more an issue of fashion than a serious decision that takes any technical consideration. Nothing could be further from the truth; in fact, selecting the proper running shoe is pivotal to protecting your joints from injury. Shoe technology now incorporates different types of construction […]
If you are new to working out on a treadmill, you will want to make sure that you not only get the best results but also that your program is a safe one. Whether you are an avid outdoor runner who wants to transition to the treadmill for indoor exercise or a complete exercise beginner, […]