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of the leg more than the front, runners often have overworked, tight calf muscles and weak shin muscles. This can lead to four specific lower-leg injuries – calf pulls, shin splints, stress fractures and compartment syndrome.A calf pull (also called a strain

of the leg more than the front, runners often have overworked, tight calf muscles and weak shin muscles. This can lead to four specific lower-leg injuries – calf pulls, shin splints, stress fractures and compartment syndrome.A calf pull (also called a strain

. There are various possible causes – the runner has bad biomechanics or bad bone structure; has followed bad training advice or owns bad shoes; has weak quads or tight hamstrings. Rehabilitation advice includes a programme of rest, icing, strengthening the quads

uphill, but running uphill all the time isn't really an option! I've seen two physios and a sports doctor, and all have suggested various abdominal/core strength exercises. They think it's perhaps a tight psoas or abdominal muscle, and have tried manually

efficient running, faster recovery and fewer injuries."Sports massage can improve flexibility of tight muscles and correct imbalances," explains Western."Some techniques improve circulation, enabling muscles to use oxygen and nutrients more effectively

to keep them from fogging up.2. Swim fins help you learn a tight, efficient kick. Use short, stubby swim fins such as Aqua Sphere Micro Fins (£13; www.aquasphereuk.co.uk) which allow a more natural kick than big, floppy scuba fins. 3

or maintain an aerodynamic position. A tight upper back can also cause problems in the pool, worsening conditions such as swimmer's shoulder. Four-Point Rotation Extension1 Kneel on all fours, then place your left hand on the back of your head.2 Rotate your

, especially for first-timers. But staying organised will ease those jitters.Arrive prepared Bring everything you use during a training run: shoes, sports watch, hat, singlet, sports bra, jacket, tights etc. Then add the following items: race number (if you

The Week Before The Marathon...You have aches and pains Time for some honesty here. Are your muscles just feeling tight – in which case, get a proper massage – or do you have an unresolved injury? If it’s the latter, particularly if it has been