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Calf pain is common whether you are a runner, soccer player, fitness junky, or a tennis crack. According to research, about 12 percent of all intensively training athletes have to struggle with it. And overtraining is not always the cause. What you should know…
Diets and nutrition recommendations are a dime a dozen. For runners, too. Some are supposed to help with weight loss; others support training or improve performance. The Mediterranean diet is trendy and healthy. A scientific study has now shown that it is also the best …
Do you suffer from severe back pain? Your legs hurt, and there are even signs of paralysis? Sure, it’s a slipped disc. Not necessarily. In many runners, a small muscle in the buttocks can cause the same symptoms. Doctors call it piriformis syndrome. The good news is that it can almost always be treated successfully, and there are useful tips for self-help:
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Those who have never had back pain belong to a rare species. However, even with many runners, the back often causes problems. The consequences were training failures and missed competitions. A study now shows that not only back and core training can prevent issues with …
Slip into your running shoes and start your training. Jogging is not only one of the healthiest sports, but also an efficient form of exercise. Running is anchored in our DNA and is considered the most original form of human movement. Nevertheless, running training should …