Running injury

Common running injuries for women often result from a combination of factors. These include biomechanics and an individual’s anatomy, poor running form, training errors and footwear. In order to stay injury free for longer, you need to be train smarter, not harder. I remember when I first started running, I thought the more miles I …

If you’ve ever felt a sharp pain in your shins when running, you may have a case of shin splints. This painful condition is a common issue for beginner and experienced runners alike. In fact, shin splints is one of the most common overuse injuries in the running community, affecting almost 35% of the athletic …

Runner’s toe can be an incredibly painful injury, especially if left untreated.  Often referred to as ‘runners toenail’, it is one of the most common injuries in the running community because of the nature of running. Repeated strain on your foot and repeated rubbing from your running shoe can lead to runners’ toe. So what …

Being injured as a runner is frustrating. Each running injury has its own causes and treatment. Here’s what to do should you find yourself unable to run. You have a race coming up next week, your training has been going great, and you’re confident that you can break your personal best. Next thing you know, …