I am no stranger to running with an injury. Sometimes you can continue to train and the pain improves, other times even tapering off isn’t enough. Runners as a group are mostly optimistic in nature; is it the endorphins? We think we are invincible, that our injuries will get better on their own, or that […]
Pain In The Knee When Running: Shocking Stats You Need To Know
One of the most common over-use injuries is pain in the knee when running. Some even affectionately refer to this pain as Runner’s Knee. Research shows that runners tend to have a higher incidence and severity of arthritis in their knees, which makes sense. What the studies also show, however, is that runners have a […]
How Your Core Muscles Can Relieve Overuse Injuries From Running
Many overuse injuries from running can be prevented and even solved by having good core strength. Over the last few years, however, the “core” has become a buzzword among athletes, trainers, and people with back pain. Unfortunately, there is a lot of misleading information about which muscles make up the core. The Truth About The […]
What I Learned About Running Injury Solutions From N.A.S.A.
Unfortunately most people don’t look for running injury solutions before they get injured. Of course there is a minority of people out there who are looking for any excuse not to exercise, but for most people running is a way of life. Not everyone out these is built to run and many people spend most […]
10 Tips For A Quick Comeback After A Running Injury
After a few weeks or more of reduced running or even complete abstinence due to a running injury, you might be tempted to jump right in where you left off. Some reason, “How will I know if it’s better unless I test it out?” Determining how much and when is important in returning back to […]