UAN: 199 Article type:--If you want to know more about running injuries, you're in the right place. This is an archive of Bodyworks, a series of columns that ran for two years in Runner's World UK. It was written by RW Medical Advisor Dr Patrick
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
, when stretching, don’t bounce and don’t force. When you reach the maximum point of a stretch – which is different for everyone – hold it right there without forcing it any further. 1. Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you. Bend your
Why not try these simple back-loosening exercises on those days when you wake up feeling as stiff as a plank? They’ll make you feel a whole lot better – and they’ll help your running, too. After all, you run with your whole body, not just your legs
at the edge of the bench and your torso hanging over. Cross your arms behind your neck, and bend forwards at the waist as far as you can while keeping your back flat. Slowly raise your torso until your legs and upper body are in a straight line again. Do two
health and as a substitute for running during injury phases. It's a rare runner today who doesn't employ some cross-training.Participating in another sport a couple of times a week gives your feet and legs a welcome respite from the constant pounding
