Why Do I Keep Getting Running Injuries?

Likely to Sustain a Running-Related Injury as Runners With No History of Injury A 1-Year Prospective Cohort Study If you’re an injured runner we can help you get back to running pain-free. Click the link to book a free call with us https://matthewboydphysio.com/booking/ Running Fundamentals Course https://matthewboydphysio.com/running-fundamentals-course/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/matthewboydphysio/ Summary In this episode, Matthew Boyd discusses the prevalence of running injuries among recreational runners, emphasizing the importance of understanding the factors that contribute to these injuries. He highlights a study that reveals a significant correlation between previous injuries and the likelihood of future injuries. Boyd shares personal experiences and insights on how to adapt training to prevent injuries, including the use of a pain traffic light system to interpret and manage pain. He concludes by outlining the critical components of resilience, strength, and biomechanics necessary for becoming an adaptive runner. Takeaways Running injuries are common among recreational runners. Previous injuries significantly increase the risk of future injuries. Training methods must be adjusted to prevent recurring injuries. Understanding pain levels is crucial for injury management. Tracking pain after workouts helps in identifying patterns. Building resilience is the foundation of injury prevention. Strength training supports injury prevention in runners. Biomechanics play a role but are less critical than resilience and strength. Adaptive training allows runners to continue without significant injuries. Injury management involves interpreting pain and adjusting training accordingly.