Serious about Running
Running doesn't seem complex, fundamentally putting one foot in front of another seems simple as the sport goes .... yet this repeated movement often sets up a chain of events form your head right through to your toes. If you are out of alignment at either end of your body than the whole of your body can be affected. Anyone experiencing pain or discomfort should refrain from running and seek medical opinion.
Some common running injuries are shin splints, tendonitis and stress fractures which typically fall into the overuse category and can be avoided. Common causes of these injuries include:
* Inappropriate training schedules
* High or sudden increase of mileage
* Insufficient rest between sessions
* Wrong choice of footwear
Tips to help reduce risk of injury.
Follow a properly structured training programme.
* Warm up and stretch muscles before and after each run
* Gradually increase mileage
* Vary your distances and speed
* Include sufficient rest days in your schedule
If you experience pain find the cause.
* Do not run through pain
* Seek medical attention if pain persists
Get professional help to determine your biomechanics.
* Do you have flat feet or arched feet?
* Be aware of your shoe requirements, e.g. over-pronators generally require running shoes featuring stability
* Don't believe that price and shoe quality are related
How to choose a suitable running shoe. Always consult a specialist retailer. Running shoes are subject to very powerful advertising by large, well known manufacturers, which can make choosing a suitable pair very confusing.
Factors to consider when choosing running shoes.
* Bio-mechanics. Normal, pronator or supinnator
* Mileage. Distance run over a set period
* Weight. Larger runners may need more support
* Terrain. Road, trail, cross-country or a mixture
* Use your running shoes appropriately
* Gradually wear in new running shoes
* Change running shoes regularly (every year or 500 miles)
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