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Runners’ Health 101: When to See a Physio, Podiatrist, or Specialist

Nathan Lin — Mon, 06 Jan 2025 17:57:35 +0000

Running is a fantastic way to stay fit, but it can also take a toll on your body. For runners, staying proactive about healthcare is key to staying healthy, injury-free, and performing at your best. Did you know? Research shows that nearly half of all runners experience injuries, with knee injuries making up 27% and Achilles tendon and calf [...]

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The Evil Effects of a Marathon to Your Human Body

Liam Cayton — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 19:21:00 +0000

Depending upon your definition of the word evil—Merriam-Webster dictionary paints it as morally reprehensible, harmful, and in archaic vernacular, “causing discomfort or repulsion”—you might struggle with correlating these definitions to the physical consequences experienced due to the effects of a marathon. However, listen to the silent plea of your body during such a race, and [...]

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Can Running Increase the Risk of Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis?

Dr Vicky Lauren — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 13:39:35 +0000

Running can be a great way to improve your cardiovascular fitness, but you may be wondering if it has a negative impact on the health of your knees. Contrary to popular belief, a recent study suggests that running does not increase the risk of developing osteoarthritis in the hips or knees. The findings of the [...]

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How to Prevent and Heal Most Common Running Injuries

Caitlin Evans — Tue, 14 Jun 2022 04:29:36 +0000

Running offers some pretty amazing health benefits. In addition to improving cardiovascular health and building strong muscles, it has also been proven to increase bone density, strengthen the immune system, decrease insulin resistance, mitigate the effects of stress, and even aid spine health. So, if you’ve ever looked at the advantages of daily jogging, you [...]

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How to Avoid Weight Gain When You Are Injured

Samantha Khoo — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 01:19:04 +0000

Having an injury can be frustrating and painful to endure, plus have you sidelined from your regular workout routine as well. The next thing you are worried about is, “Am I going to gain weight without exercise for weeks?” Don’t panic. In fact, it may be the time for you to take a break from [...]

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How New Runners Can Prevent Running Injuries in 2024

Samantha Khoo — Tue, 29 Dec 2020 05:02:25 +0000

Running is the simplest exercise for everyone. What you need is just a pair of shoes and a treadmill or open road. If you are new to running, by now you should know that running provides tons of benefits. If you are a new runner, you might experience running injuries at the beginning of your [...]

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The Plantar Fasciitis Exercise Routine to Relieve Foot Pain

Megan Howard — Sun, 11 Oct 2020 10:09:26 +0000

Ever experienced a stabbing pain in your heel when running? That’s your plantar fascia talking to you. The plantar fascia is the thick band of tissue that runs under your foot, connecting your heel to your toes. This ligament is meant to be spongy and cushion your feet as you walk or run. It acts [...]

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Runners Got Hit By Car During KL Standard Chartered Marathon 2019

Aidan H. — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 04:02:58 +0000

Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon 2019, three runners in the KL Marathon were injured early the morning after a car ploughed through safety barriers set up on the Middle Ring Road. A spokesperson for traffic police at Ampang Jaya confirmed with Free Malaysia Today that the three victims had been taking part in the Kuala [...]

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Is Running Bad For Your Joints And Bones?

Emily Pham — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 06:09:06 +0000

Running is a favourite exercise for most people to improve both physical and mental health. When running, we use many parts of the body at one time, especially the joints and bones. Many people think that running can adversely affect joints and bones and cause some injuries to the joints and bones. However, this thought [...]

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How to Prevent and Treat Running Injuries with Massage

Dr John Mills — Mon, 02 Apr 2018 06:05:06 +0000

Most runnіng іnjurіеѕ occur as thе result оf overuse оf your fооt, lоwеr leg, knee, and hip. Pаіn and impaired function аѕѕосіаtеd with running іnjurіеѕ саn рrеvеnt уоu from working, taking care оf уоur fаmіlу, аnd еngаgіng in уоur favourite hobbies – ѕuсh аѕ running. Sроrtѕ mаѕѕаgе should bе a vіtаl part of a runner’s [...]

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4 Running Secrets Designed to Safeguard Your Knees, Hips and Joints!

Nathan Lin — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 13:59:53 +0000

Runners have a keen interest in keeping their skeletal systems strong and healthy because it’s the link to one’s passion and a passport to stress reduction. Of particular concern are the knees and hips because these two areas are critical to a proper run. Scientists say that while man’s body isn’t engineered to outrun other [...]

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How to Effectively Prevent Feet Complications During Your Running Routine

Amanda Wilks — Wed, 04 Oct 2017 16:05:41 +0000

Studies show that 19-79% of runners suffer from lower extremity injuries and are sidelined every year because of medical problems. It begins with simple cramping and advances to more severe injuries like shin splints and Plantar Fasciitis. Of course, most runners will make a few stretches, pop some painkillers, and resume practice. However, after covering [...]

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Can You Seriously Never Get Injured With Running?

Dr Vicky Lauren — Mon, 26 Dec 2016 16:40:54 +0000

The end of the twentieth century was marked by an increased enthusiasm towards physical activities due to the realisation of their multi-fold benefits. Running, being the economic and easy solution, has been the most popular among the general public. Although runners ideally wish every step they take to be safe and effective, it is reported [...]

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Running Problems That Faces Athletes Today: Prevention And Treatment

Aidan H. — Tue, 20 Sep 2016 10:24:13 +0000

Though running has been proven to regulate blood sugar levels, reduce obesity and improve cardiovascular performance, it is not a risk-free activity. It estimated that about 60 percent or runners are injured every year while participating in various endurance sports. However, this does not mean that these hazards are inevitable in the life of the [...]

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The Best Injury Prevention Tips for Runners

Zyana Morris — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 08:01:37 +0000

There is no doubt that running is the best form of exercise and sports participation for young adults, adolescents and children. Whether you are alone or in a team environment, running can specifically enhance your fitness, coordination and physical and emotional development. It tones up your body muscles and shapes up your body figure. However [...]

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The Serious Seven Deadly Sins of Running

Nathan Lin — Wed, 03 Aug 2016 18:34:31 +0000

Runners can be classified into two groups. There are those who run because they enjoy the physical exertion. The wind in their hair and on their cheeks, the sweat rolling across their face and down their neck and the slow burn of lactic acid building inside tiring muscles that provide a natural high they strive [...]

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Why It’s So Important For Runners to Know Their Blood Type!

Aidan H. — Thu, 07 Jul 2016 12:17:05 +0000

If the only thing you know about blood types is that everyone has one, you could be in for fascinating surprises when you read this article since we’re going to introduce you to everything you need to know about your blood type and why having that knowledge is critical. After all, your life could depend [...]

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How To Treat Your Running Injury: Traditional Chinese or Western Medicine?

Aidan H. — Sat, 21 May 2016 09:00:29 +0000

There’s no refuting the proof: western medicine has extended the lives of people throughout the world, but instead of becoming an “equal opportunity” solution to health and well being, it declared itself “the only show in town” in western society, thereby relegating ancient practices and remedies to the past. Fortunately, attitudes have changed of late [...]

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