A Few Tips to Reduce the Likelihood of Running Injuries

• Cross-train — Running is great, but if you’re just starting out, you’ll want to alternate it with other activities such as swimming or weight training. This gives your joints a rest while also helping to build your endurance. Strength training should become a regular part of your fitness regimen as it strengthens your core, improves flexibility, and helps with coordination.
• Pay attention to your feet — Running shoes are this sports’ main equipment. A good pair will serve you well while a bad fit or poor choice could cause harm, so don’t skimp here. If you notice new pain in your feet (whether with your old or new shoes), pay attention! Stress to the feet can be cumulative, leading to pain or even fractures. We utilize taping to determine if a customized foot orthosis would be helpful. We utilize taping to determine if a customized foot orthosis would be helpful.
• Schedule a running analysis by a physical therapist — Like you, we’d rather prevent injuries than encounter them. Running analysis is a simple test where you’ll be observed and filmed running on a treadmill. A physical therapist will analyze your gait using sophisticated software that helps us to identify the improper form, areas of misalignment, muscle weakness, and other issues that could cause pain or injury.