Whether you’re a seasoned runner or training seriously for the first time, the way you structure your workout regimen is important in protecting you from injury. Most running-related injuries occur at the knees, feet, shins, Achilles tendon and calves; hip, […]
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Many of us have heard the common perception that running is hard on your knees and that runners will eventually “ruin” theirs if they keep it up. Or, when a runner suffers an injury, the simplistic solution of just stop
Running is bad for your knees, right? Not so fast… Read More
Every injury comes with a typical timeline for pain and recovery. When pain continues beyond that timeframe, it’s considered chronic. Also, if you’ve had pain on most days for more than three months, you suffer from chronic pain. But there
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Running is one of the most convenient and effective forms of exercise. It is also one of the most natural forms of competition, requiring no other instruments than shoes, and even that is optional for some. For many runners, the
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As cycling season kicks into high gear, it’s important to slow down and think about bike safety. While accidents are the number one source of bicycle-related injuries, improper bike fit is a common cause of back, knee, neck, wrist and
Proper bike fit can reduce injury risk, increase performance Read More
For runners and cyclists, knee pain is the most prevalent injury, but lower back pain is the most common reason they seek medical help. Fifty percent of cyclists and 10 percent of runners experience lower back pain and the causes
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Sports-related injuries are becoming more and more widespread among teens. With the rise of Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) events, club teams and offseason camps, student athletes have the opportunity to focus year-round on their favorite sports. Injuries that once affected
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If you’ve experienced heel pain, you’re not alone. One in 10 people will have this problem at some point in their lifetime. Plantar heel pain, also known as plantar fasciitis, is a painful foot condition that is usually present close
Heal your heel pain: Relief for plantar fasciitis is within reach Read More