Expert tips for reducing running injuries
Most runners are enthusiastic about their sport and take steps to work out safely. But injuries like stress fractures and muscle strains, among others, are common and can sideline you, sometimes for weeks if not months.
Researchers point to hard heel-toe landings as one key injury risk factor. This type of landing increases vertical load rate—the amount of force your body absorbs on impact, making you more prone to injury.
Source: Medical Xpress
