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Research suggest that 20% of runners per year deal with an injury. On this page we combine evidence with practical tips to help prevent the most common running injuries.
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How to prevent Achilles tendonitis
Nov 8, 2023
13 min
Our 6 top tips for preventing Achilles tendonitis in runners
  • Achilles Tendinopathy
  • Running Injuries Prevention
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
Runner doing a standing calf stretch
Apr 18, 2024
9 min
The best calf stretches runners can do - Why, how, and common pitfalls to avoid
  • Prevention
  • Running Injuries Prevention
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
Running form tips: How to assess your running form and how to fix it.
Aug 24, 2023
8 min
Running form mistakes that lead to injury: Tips and fixes
  • Prevention
  • Running Injuries Prevention
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
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Man performing a forward lunge.
Aug 24, 2023
9 min
Take a step forward with your lunges: A guide to proper form and variations for runners
  • Prevention
  • Running Injuries Prevention
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Sabrina Burkart
Sabrina Burkart
Man is trying to prevent overuse injuries running.
Mar 20, 2024
11 min
10 Tips to prevent overuse injuries as a runner
  • Prevention
  • Running Injuries Prevention
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Sabrina Burkart
Sabrina Burkart
Bodyweight squats hold several benefits.
Sep 17, 2023
12 min
Bodyweight squats: Benefits, common mistakes, and progressions
  • Exercises
  • Therapy Approaches
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Sabrina Burkart
Sabrina Burkart
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Learn what causes running overuse injuries, what warning signs to look out for and find examples of overuse injuries in runners.
Apr 18, 2024
4 min
Unraveling overuse injuries in runners: Identifying and responding to early warning signs
  • Prevention
  • Running Injuries Prevention
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Kim Van Deventer
Kim Van Deventer
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