Forty-two percent of all overuse injuries affect the knee joint, and patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), or simply “runner’s knee,” is the most common overuse injury among runners. It occurs when a mistracking kneecap (patella) irritates the femoral groove in which it rests on the thighbone (femur).
Read MoreMaking sure that you take steps to injury-proof your body should form a key part of your running training.
Read MoreI recently watched a really interesting webinar run by Premier International on the link between your genetic makeup and sport performance. It was hosted by Craig Pickering, the ex-Olympian sprinter who competed in World Championships and an Olympic Games before a back injury forced him out of Athletics.
Read MoreI was prompted to write the latest blog post on human limits after finishing the Hackney Half Marathon earlier today. What spurred this on?
Read MoreThe number of cases of Type 2 Diabetes in the US in 1980 was 0.
The number of cases of Type 2 Diabetes in the US in 2010 was 57, 638.
That is just one of the jaw-dropping facts presented to viewers by Fed Up — the documentary directed by Stephanie Soechtig.
Read MoreWhilst I was working as a Running Specialist in Runners Need it used to astound me how many customers told me that they had run several marathons, yet had never had a sports massage in their life. Some didn’t even realise the importance of a sports massage, regardless of whether you have suffered an injury or not.
Read MoreWith the Virgin London Marathon coming up in a couple of days it reminded me of my first-marathon nerves when I ran London back in 2012. This prompted me to write today’s post on how to be race-ready, both physically and mentally.
Read MoreOne of the most vital pieces of kit in any fitness fanatic’s toolbox should be the foam roller. You may have seen these large tubes lying around in your gym’s stretching area, where most people avoid using them as they’re unsure of what their purpose is. However, you could be a very experienced foam roller and own all the different types of roller at home. Either way, this blog will talk you through the different types of roller and how they can benefit you.
Read MoreI never used to be a runner, and I believe my story is not dissimilar to other people who discovered the sport. There are many of us that seem to have fallen into it by happy accident, and in my case it was thanks to a friend of mine who introduced me to running ten years ago in my first job.
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