“Will running hurt my knees?” This is, I think a common misconception among non-runners (NRs). And sure, runners have their fare share of aches, pains, and even injuries but for the most part they won’t end your running career. (Of course, there are many instances where people are not able to continue running but I …
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How to fix what ails you
I've always said I don't want to stop running because I never wanted to start again. The last time I had to start from scratch was after the birth of Jack, now aged 7 and I've kept running every since. Of course I've waxed and waned on my mileage and frequency, but haven't had to …
How to Avoid and Recover from Running Injuries
Running injuries suck, there are no two ways around it! The key is to identify ways to prevent injuries and if you do get injured, how to get over the injury. This post is courtesy of Runner's World. The Big 7 Body Breakdowns How to avoid (and recover from) the most common running injuries. By …
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The Bare Minimum
Pardon the pun but there's a new shoeless running movement afoot. That's right, barefoot running may be coming to a track, trail or road near you! Supporters of the movement believe that the reason so many runners face injuries is caused by running shoes. The shoes, not our feet seem to be the problem. While …