And use it to bounce back faster if you’re already injured. Read the full article in Runner’s World.
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Rest Day Is the Most Important Day for Runners
Recovery isn’t just physical, it’s mental. Read the full article for VICE.
Strong Calf Muscles Will Make You Faster
Your quads and hamstrings aren’t the only muscles in need of attention. Push your pace by building your below-the-knee strength and power. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Five Lessons I Learned From Dealing With Injury (Again)
One second, I was cruising along the Chicago Lakefront Trail at tempo pace. The next, my foot hurt so bad I could barely walk, let alone run. I hobbled home and immediately called the sports doc. Read the full article from aSweatLife.com.
Do You Have to Stop Running After Joint Replacement?
Doctors have long warned that high-impact exercise will cause new devices to wear out faster. But not everyone’s convinced that’s true. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Everything You Need to Know About Runner’s Knee–Even If You’re Not a Runner
You don’t have to run to develop patellofemoral pain syndrome, and fortunately, this knee pain is most often treatable without surgery. Read the full article for Health.com.
How to Do a Long Run And Still Be Able to Get Off the Couch Later
Because life doesn’t stop while you recover from your training. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
There’s No Proof Epsom Salt Baths Actually Do Anything
The folk remedy could even make your muscle problems worse. Read the full article for VICE.
What Runners Need to Know About Missing Their Periods
Amenorrhea is a red flag for health problems. But athletes don’t necessarily have to give up running to return to regular cycles. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Injured Athletes Club: The Best Club You Never Want To Need
An injury, big or small, comes with a slew of mental barriers to overcome alongside the physical. Read the full post for aSweatLife.com