Running Facts
- Runners become injured when they exceed their tissue capacity to tolerate load
- A runner needs to be strong enough to manage the load experienced when running.
- Strength and conditioning in runners may improve load tolerance, improve performance and reduce risk of injury
- Running should be stopped when it may have long term negative effect on recovery. The length of the time out from running should be kept minimum
- Use the 24 hour pattern to monitor the runners reaction to load. If the pain does not reduce then reduce the running volume
- Running retraining should start simple and expand over a period of time. Make small gradual adjustments, avoid sudden large changes
- Changes to running technique do not need to be permanent. A temporary change in style may let symptoms settle and allow continued running
- Running shoes are less important than load management and biomechanics