Protect yourself from recurring running injuries

Preventing Injuries for Marathon Runners

As a runner, injuries can be a major hurdle, especially during a long-distance race like a marathon. It is essential to take precautions to avoid aggravating old injuries and stay in top form for the big event.

Key Considerations Before the Race:

• The Right Biomechanics: Focus on running with proper posture, correcting any muscle or joint issues, and addressing anatomical concerns. Maintaining a straight torso, landing mid-foot, swinging your arms, and landing lightly can help prevent injuries.
• The Right Footwear: Choosing the correct type of footwear is crucial in preventing common running injuries.
• Strength Workouts: Incorporate strength training exercises into your routine to build stronger muscles and joints that can support the demands of the race.

It is important to allow injuries to heal by avoiding activities that exacerbate pain. Engaging in rehabilitation exercises, rest, icing, stretching, and strengthening can aid in the recovery process and reduce the risk of reinjury.

Additional Marathon-Related Resources:

• Five last-minute marathon tips from an expert
• Running after an injury
• Are you marathon ready?
• Top 10 energy-boosting foods for marathon runners

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Roshini Gilbert, a chartered accountant turned fitness enthusiast, lost 30kg of post-pregnancy weight through a dedicated workout regimen. Now serving as VP of Fitness & Services at HealthifyMe, Roshini is a certified functional fitness trainer by the American Council on Exercise. Specializing in postnatal weight loss, exercises for back pain, arthritis, and osteoporosis, she has also completed a Rehab Trainer certification in Australia with a focus on corrective exercises and injury management under sports physiotherapist Ulrik Larsen. Roshini is passionate about helping others achieve their fitness goals and live life to the fullest.