. These injuries usually come after a burst of speed, and with a popping sound or sensation. Overtraining, forceful stretching, excessive speedwork or speedwork without a proper warm-up can strain a muscle. Strength imbalances also pose a threat. If the fronts
they are working well, they allow us to love every step, so it’s a priority for all runners to keep them healthy. Feet and ankles are built tough, capable of sustaining two or three times our bodyweight. But when they are abused (overworked, overtrained
(shinbone). Overtraining, improper biomechanics or tightness and weakness in the calf muscles are all contributing factors, says exercise physiologist Janet Hamilton. Typically, this pain strikes when you start to run and stops once you’ve warmed up. If you
