Although runners experience tendonitis more commonly than those of us who use other equipment to get our cardio workouts in, you might have felt pain in your Achilles tendon. Achilles tendonitis is one of the most common running injuries.
Replace your running shoes before they lose the ability to protect your tendon. Many runners suffering from tendonitis are 'heel strikers'. The sole located at the back outside margin of the shoe wears compressing the mid-sole. The result to the body, is overstretching of the tendon during this 'heel strike'. Look for this wear and tear before it is too late.
Maintain proper form. Foot strike is a small part of your running form. The role your upper body plays in balance and posture is more important. Avoid stress on your tendon by keeping an upright posture looking forward; however, don't lean forward- you don't want your head in front of your feet.
Get the right running shoes. Get shoes that can absorb the shock and force of heel strikes. A shoe with a low profile around the heel provides more support and shock absorption to the heel and Achilles tendon.
Here are a few stretches to help protect you from injury:
Here are a few stretches to help protect you from injury:
In Health,
Zeke Samples - IFA, - IDEA
Surrealbody@gmail.com
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