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Shin splints and 5 other common causes of lower-leg pain in runners – how to spot and treat a running injury

It’s a training roadblock that you’ve heard, or maybe experienced, time and time again – a runner suffering from pain in their leg. Unsurprisingly, thanks to the high-impact nature of our favourite ...
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I’m a physiotherapist who's seen 100s of running injuries - I always recommend 3 Pilates exercises for building strength and joint stability

Pilates for runners can help improve muscular strength and stability, which are just as important as endurance or ...

Calf Tightness Plagued My Runs for Months. Here’s How I Finally Found Relief.

When training for a marathon last fall, I experienced serious calf tightness. It felt worst when I took my first few steps ...

Popping veins in your legs? Here’s how running impacts your circulation – and 5 ways to combat vein issues

To prevent these problems and keep your running on track, Howard suggests the following five strategies: Wear compression ...