Every runner has heard it at one point or another: “Running is bad for your knees!” (Insert grimace). But is running bad for your knees? We circled the globe to find out. The short answer? NO! While running can lead to knee pain – and we’ll explore the factors that can influence this and how … Read more
The side stitch while running: a crazy-annoying injury that every runner out there has experienced and agonized over. Who hasn’t felt that shooting pain in the side? Who hasn’t had to fall short of their running goal because of it? It seems like they come out of nowhere. You’re out enjoying your run, and then … Read more
Chafing and running is a number one complaint among athletes, especially long-distance runners. And there is no question why. Chafing can be crippling for a runner. There are two types of chafing: skin-on-skin and fabric-on-skin. Skin-on-skin chafing is where your thighs or underarms rub together. Fabric-on-skin is when your shirt, sports bra, or bottoms rub … Read more
Every runner has experienced running cramps at one point or another – whether you’re just starting out and getting the hang of things, or you’re an experienced runner in a big race. No matter who you are, those cramps will show up when you’re least expecting them, and can be extremely frustrating in the middle … Read more
While many runners are always on the lookout to prevent running injuries, lower back pain when running sometimes gets ignored. Back pain is an all too frequent symptom that so many people accept as a part of life – a downside of getting older, a negative consequence of sitting at a desk all day…etc. But … Read more