
Prevent these Top 5 Running Injuries
In the ideal runner’s world, the most difficult challenge of running would be the running itself. Unfortunately, many runners discover that the worst part of the sport is coping with the pain of unwanted injuries, fractures, and strains that result from improper technique or over-ambitious mileage. Here are the top 5 most common running injuries to be on the lookout for, and how to prevent them.
Plantar Faciitis, the inflammation of the bottom of the foot, has been described by those unfortunate enough to experience it as stepping heel-first on a nail, or walking on broken glass. This is an injury that can drag on for weeks or months if not properly addressed. To avoid it, play close attention to your strides—a heel strike followed by a strike wherein your foot slaps the ground will shock and injure your foot tissues. Pushing off or landing too suddenly on your toes can also contribute to this injury.