Injuries and Prevention

You love to run. You hate to get hurt. Even if injuries are inevitable, there’s plenty you can do about them. Here’s your guide to fixing the most frequent problems.

“Plantar fasciitis is one of the most stubborn and debilitating injuries for runners,” one expert explained. Here’s what worked for me (and what didn’t).

Advanced footwear is a tool—one you can teach your body to use correctly to get maximum returns.

Researchers analyzed 710 runners and monitored their injuries. They found that one shoe type has a higher running-related injury correlation.

Use this modified eccentric exercise to strengthen the front of your Achilles and defeat this hard-to-treat injury.

Plus a PT-designed strength plan to improve your performance and stability 

Stiff and unstable hips put strain on your hamstrings. Here’s how to assess and improve hip mobility, posture and rotational strength.

Treadmill running has some unique risks, but you can reduce your treadmill injury risk by following a few simple guidelines.

As a runner, there’s nothing worse than being sidelined with an injury. Learn how to avoid the most common run injuries with the help of two expert running-focused physical therapists.

Wean off your recovery routine and get back to running with this expert advice.