Running Pain and Injuries

Are you currently suffering from running pain or an injury? Perhaps you want to be proactive and ensure that you are doing whatever you can to prevent a running injury. Either way, this section will help you take a step in the right direction to running pain-free.

Research has shown that over 50% of people suffer from a running injury within the first 12 months of getting into the sport. Whether it is from overuse or from running in a worn-out pair of shoes, there are measures you can take to help prevent the common running pains.

In the below sections, we detail five of the most common culprits of running pain, highlighting cause, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.

Take a look! You will be on your way to safe running. Generally speaking, the biggest thing to remember is to be smart. Set realistic goals, and listen to your body.

When giving a certain region time to rest, try to cross train for a change of pace. This will allow you to work different muscle groups and keep in great shape.

For more specific details on common running injuries, check out the articles listed below.

• Avoiding A Running Injury

  Over half of all runners experience some sort of running injury within their first 12 months of running! Fortunately, measures can be taken to prevent these injuries. more...
  
  
  

  

• Running Knee Pain

  Do you know how many people suffer from running knee pain Reports show this number may be over 40%! So what can you do to prevent this injury from disrupting your run? more..
  
  
  

• Running Shin Splints

  

  Running shin splints are one of the most common injuries for runners, and can be very annoying. However, they are relatively easy to treat, and can be prevented by making a few minor tweaks to your run. more...
  
  

• Running Foot Pain

  

  Running foot pain or plantar fasciitis, is an injury that affects over 10% of all runners. Without proper treatment, it can become a long-term problem that can impair your future health and ability to exercise. more...
  

• Running Heel Pain

  

  Does the back of your heel hurt when you run? If so, you may suffer running heel pain or Achilles tendonitis. This injury is prevalent amongst runners of all levels, and cause can serious discomfort when left untreated. more...
  
  

  

• Outer Knee Pain

  Iliotibial band syndrome or IT Band syndrome, is one of the primary reasons for outer knee pain in runners. The IT band is tissue that originates near the pelvis and extends down over the hip, more...