Most injury is avoidable: the first rule is not to kid yourself that it's outside your control.Beginners need to take double care, because their muscles and tendons may need many months to adapt to the forces and range of movement of running

GETTY IMAGESMost runners know about injuries. They're almost part of the game. Run long enough or hard enough, and you'll probably come down with an ache that will temporarily sideline you.Fortunately, most running injuries are short-term. After a

realistic goals to post-race recovery. Avoiding InjuryDon’t let that niggle become an injury – build mileage gradually, train on forgiving surfaces, and wear the right shoes.Beginner's RunningThe real basics - choosing shoes and kit, the best walk

UAN:198 Article type:--Runners and injuries are frequent bedfellows. If you run long enough or often enough, you will almost inevitably run your way into a problem. Some, of course, are unavoidable, but a large majority are self inflicted

pages.Also: Q&AsEach month, Runner's World magazine experts answer real-life questions about training and injury. We've archived more than 130 of them for your reading pleasure.Scroll to the bottom!Scroll to the bottom of an article and you'll find two

by members of Runner's World just like you. If you want to bring a discussion back to life, don't be shy: just add a new message at the end of it. Alternatively, start a new thread on the injury & health forum. HEALTH: BEATING INJURYFoot Blisters

be comfortable running steadily for 30 minutes three to four times a week. 2. Scout out the right courseAvoid traffic and other hazards. Also, shun fast downhill running – it looks easy, but it’s actually tough on the muscles and can quickly lead to injuries.3

sets of 10 repetitions. To add resistance, hold a 10-pound weight against your chest. Avoid this exercise if you have history of lower-back pain.Ball Bridges Lie on your back with your arms at your side and your feet on a stability ball. Slowly lift

Heath and Injury | Motivation | Nutrition | Racing | Shoes + Kit | Training | Weight-loss | CreditsThese are highlights and frequently asked questions from our beginner forums. They were created by members of Runner's World just like you. If you

-walk for best progress More Follow a smart schedule MoreStay motivated: set a target More Avoid injury: warm up, cool down, stretch MoreOr see the Runner’s World BIG Beginners' Index for more articles.