354: Why Runners Get Hurt: 5 Main Causes of Injuries

Real Life Runners with Angie and Kevin Brown

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Why do 80% of runners get injured? If you are one of the unfortunate many, you know how frustrating and painful running injuries can be. That's why we are diving into the 5 main causes of running injuries in this week's episode to help you avoid some of the common mistakes that sidelines so many runners.

01:28 Exploring the High Injury Rate Among Runners

02:02 Running Injuries vs. Soreness

07:03 Training Mistakes: The Law of the Toos

20:53 The Role of Weakness in Running Injuries

24:44 The Power of Strength Training for Runners and The Effectiveness of Single Leg Exercises

31:03 The Importance of Proper Fueling for Runners

40:07 The Critical Role of Recovery: Sleep and Nutrition

45:08 Life Stress and Its Impact on Running Injuries

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