Running Injury Prevention

Warm-up for runners who sit all day

Why sitting for extended periods predisposes a runner to injury, and what you can do about - including a pre-run warm-up demo.

Glute bridge exercises – 4 variations demonstrated

Demos of four glute bridge variations, as well as the benefits of glute bridges, common mistakes, and how to progress your glute bridges.

How often should you change your running shoes? Signs to look out for

We explain what can go wrong if you continue running in shoes that are past their prime and how to know when it’s time to change them.

Yes, runners need recovery days, but also recovery weeks

How recovery weeks can help runners to train smarter and avoid injuries.

Anti-inflammatory drugs for muscle pain and injuries – Why you should think twice

Drawbacks of using anti-inflammatories for muscle pain, whether it’s for an injury or to deal with muscle soreness during or after sport.

How to prevent knee pain when running

In this article, I discuss the three most common causes of knee pain when running and how you can prevent it. If your knee pain persists...

Running blisters – Causes, prevention, and treatment

This article discuss the treatment of running blisters, as well as the causes and how to prevent them.

How to avoid recurring hamstring injury

In this article, we explain what puts you more at risk of a hamstring injury or re-injury and what you can do to avoid a hamstring strain.

Is it safe for postmenopausal women to start running?

It is possible to start running safely after the menopause. Follow these 5 tips to get the benefits of running through and after menopause.

Risk factors for stress fractures in runners

The research is still a bit sparse with regards to specific risk factors that may predispose a runner to developing a stress fracture....

How to safely get back to running / exercise after injury

There are few things as frustrating as thinking that you’ve gotten rid of an injury just for it to flare back up after a few sessions of...

How the menopause affects a runner’s body

During the different stages of the menopause women experience a dramatic drop in oestrogen levels. Oestrogen has been shown to play an...