• 354: Why Runners Get Hurt: 5 Main Causes of Injuries

  • Apr 11 2024
  • Length: 52 mins
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354: Why Runners Get Hurt: 5 Main Causes of Injuries

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    Why do 80% of runners get injured? If you are one of the unfortunate many, you know how frustrating and painful running injuries can be. That's why we are diving into the 5 main causes of running injuries in this week's episode to help you avoid some of the common mistakes that sidelines so many runners.


    01:28 Exploring the High Injury Rate Among Runners

    02:02 Running Injuries vs. Soreness

    07:03 Training Mistakes: The Law of the Toos

    20:53 The Role of Weakness in Running Injuries

    24:44 The Power of Strength Training for Runners and The Effectiveness of Single Leg Exercises

    31:03 The Importance of Proper Fueling for Runners

    40:07 The Critical Role of Recovery: Sleep and Nutrition

    45:08 Life Stress and Its Impact on Running Injuries


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