6 Expert Tips to Prevent Running Injuries
Invest in the correct running shoes to increase your confidence before you even step onto the pavement or track. According to exercise scientist Christopher Travers, MS, your foot should fit snugly in the heel with some wiggle room around your toes.
Being flexible and loose in your body is one of the best strategies to avoid getting hurt. Include stretches for flexibility in your routine to achieve this.
Your muscles are less likely to deteriorate the stronger they are. You can improve your bone density, strength, endurance, and muscle tone with strength training.
You are the only one who truly knows your body. Ignore workout that day if you're feeling drained or lethargic. Or perhaps you might shorten the length of time or distance you had initially intended to run.
When you first start out, you should always go slowly. You won't run that distance on your first training day if you're preparing for a 5K. Over the course of a few weeks, progressively increase the distance you run from shorter starting points.
Lastly, make sure to see your doctor before beginning your workout. "They can address any potential limitations you may have and may have some suggestions for preventing injuries," says Travers.