I've been running on and off for quite a few years now and USED to be a reasonable runner until I picked up an injury about 10 years ago.Since then I have been running and on and off but always pick up injuries, either achey achilles or sore knees
the gear now to do all disciplines where do you start? I have had several injuries this year from running and want to train hard and smart rather than limp my way out of doing it. I have to do it even if it kills me as I hate being told I cannot do
would suggest...Whenever it is that I can run again I need to do all I can to avoid this injury reoccuring so wonder if anyone has any opinion as to whether the difference in shoe weight/cushioning could be the problem?Cheers, AmandaPS Would love to ask
We wouldn't like to get injured, but it is a part of training. The longer you train, the "better" the chances to get injured.I thought about my injuries couple of days ago. I was recovering from a heptathlon and couldn't wait to get running again
The only thing runners fear more than rabid dogs and toilet emergencies is getting hurt. An injury means taking a break, and runners hate the thought of losing fitness, gaining weight or missing an endorphin fix. But what if you knew what injuries
Can injury really be avoided? I have been very intrigued by this very notion. What have you learned from injuries you have sustained, were they preventable and what have you learned about the experience?Comments very welcome I think most of my
Anyone any ideas? I did Edinburgh on Sunday, want to start preparing for Cardiff Oct 3rd ASAP, usually go out running again by about day 3-4 - then pick up an injury in a week or so. But not training is boring, & I don't want to lose fitness. Advice
I'd be interested to know your recommended strengthening/stretching tips to avoid injury and to warm up your lower limbs? Particularly any that relate to specific weaknesses.There are a couple of ideas on the recent thread about calf problems (see
ASICS Super Six Podcast: Injury Prevention with Sarah Connors by alicepalmer
can also help you to avoid injury. An easy jog after a hard session or race has been shown to speed recovery by helping to remove any lactic acid that may have accumulated. It also gently brings your muscles back to a resting state.A good warm