Injury Prevention

Learn how to treat and prevent a sprained ankle.

Dr. Jordan Metzl identifies the different types of bad back pain that plague endurance athletes and lays out the most effective treatments.

Follow these techniques to build a rock-solid foundation.

Learn how to treat and prevent this lower-back and buttock pain that is common among runners and triathletes.

Don’t be sidelined by plantar fasciitis—treat and prevent this common foot pain with these home remedies.

Dr. Jordan Metzl provides advice on how to deal with this classic overuse running injury.

In this video, Dr. Jordan Metzl discusses why runners and triathletes experience neck pain.

Dr. Jordan Metzl provides advice on avoiding and eliminating that nasty pain in the bottom of the foot.

Bulletproof your immune system with these expert tips.

New research contradicts the belief that moderate foot pronation may be linked to running injuries.

Fix and prevent pain in your Achilles tendon with these stretches and exercises.

Dr. Jordan Metzl discusses one of the most annoying injuries for endurance athletes: IT Band Syndrome.

Professional triathlete Doug MacLean shares his experience with skin cancer.

Dr. Jordan Metzl identifies different types of shoulder pain and offers strategies for treatment and strengthening.

Experts share five popular winter activities to help triathletes maintain—or even gain—fitness in the off-season.

A look at the benefits of treating pain with ultrasound.

Studies provide encouraging evidence for knock-kneed runners.

The evidence is starting to pile up against static stretching before workouts.

Dr. Jordan Metzl discusses the symptoms of ingrown toenails, and provides advice on treating and preventing the troublesome foot pain.

A study suggests using variability in your strike pattern can keep you healthier.

For all the work we do to take care of our bodies, the feet are easy to overlook.

A strong core is the best prevention for a painful hernia.

Dr. Jordan Metzl talks about symptoms, remedies and prevention methods for shoulder injuries common in triathletes.

Thankfully many injury prevention methods can also make you faster and more efficient in the sport.

If you already train hard, extended recovery can be the key to peak performance this season.

Delayed-onset muscle soreness can be intense. Learn what’s normal and how to minimize the pain.

Dealing with a pulled hamstring? Dr. Jordan Metzl discusses the symptoms, as well as how to fix it and prevent it in the future.

The real reason to strive for the elusive six-pack.

Emma Pooley knows how to deal with saddle sores—and how to avoid them in the first place.

Suffering from pain, swelling and stiffness in the knee? Learn how to maintain fitness while reducing the wear and tear on your knees.

The two busiest times of year for triathlon injuries are spring and fall.

How to prevent and treat patellar tendinitis, an affliction that happens just below the kneecap

Coach Cliff English explains why seeking massages before your muscles seize should be an integral part of your training plan.

Injuries happen. But you can take a negative and spin it into a positive. Chris McCormack explains how.

Keep your lower back healthy with these smart fixes and prevention techniques.

Former Ironman 70.3 world champion Melissa Hauschildt gives her tips for making the of a physical setback.

Pain-free running may be just a (quicker) stride away.

Dealing with constant IT Band Pain? Dr. Jordan Metzl discusses the symptoms, as well as how to fix it and prevent it in the future.

The pros share their tips for staying in top form.

The latest study on high heels isn’t just for fashion-forward females.

The most common running injury is not what you think it is.

More than half of all runners will overdo it at least once in their running career.

If you’re injured, it can speed recovery. If you’re healthy, it can boost your speed. Here’s why to give deep water running a try.

Here’s what you should know about certain medicines to avoid side-effects that can affect your training, racing and overall health.

Dr. Jordan Metzl discusses the iliotibial band or I.T. Band Syndrome. This is a pervasive issue in runners and very treatable.

Dr. Jordan Metzl discusses what causes an aching Achilles tendon and offers some advice for getting over this injury.

In this video, learn how to identify the problem, treat the symptoms and prevent future instances of injury.

Dr. Jordan Metzl explains the importance of taking care of your skin when working out.

Understanding and preventing the 10 most common injuries suffered by triathletes.

“Tendonitis” is a buzzword for athletes. They hear it and say it, but many people are unclear on what tendonitis really is.

Macca has very rarely been injured. Here’s why.

All of the cardiovascular conditioning that goes into training is lost if you don’t keep moving.

Dr. Jordan Metzl identifies the common causes of neck pain in endurance athletes and offers several effective treatment options.

Keep your mileage low if your current body weight is more than 5 percent over your ideal weight.

The same drive and determination that draws triathletes to the sport can also be their own worst enemy once an illness strikes.

Dr. Jordan Metzl explains how to spot, treat and prevent one of the most common running-related injuries: shin splints.

Dr. Jordan Metzl shares the most common triathlon-related queries he gets—and gives his medical advice.

Keep in mind these risk factors, symptoms and ways to prevent blood clots from happening to you.

Hamstrings are a prime mover in running gait, working extremely hard as they lengthen to slow the leg down at the end of the swing phase.

An effort to strengthen your feet can make the difference in your speed, form and resistance to injury.

Ever felt a pain on the outside of your knee while running down a hill? Or felt like there was a vice grip squeezing your knee during the power phase of the pedal stroke?

Dr. Jordan Metzl explains why and how to prevent it from happening in the future.

In this video Dr. Jordan Metzl identifies the common causes of neck pain in endurance athletes and offers several effective treatment options.

Learn how running in the right shoe can help lessen the likelihood of injury and enhance your running experience.

We gathered top experts to offer advice on keeping your skin safe—plus a roundup of the best protective products for triathletes.

Dr Jordan Metzl gives you the scoop in this informative video.

Learn how from Dr. Jordan Metzl.

Dr. Jordan Metzl explains how to spot, treat and prevent one of the most common running-related injuries: shin splints.

Get to know the signs and symptoms of minor head injuries as well as the risks of ignoring them.

Learn how improving your flexibility can make you a better all-around triathlete.

Matt Fitzgerald provides a few adjustments you can make to your running stride to reduce your risk for injury.

Xterra star Melanie McQuaid provides wobble board exercises to help you improve your stability and avoid injuries on the uneven trails.

Dr. Jordan Metzl discusses the problem of plantar fasciitis, a pesky and painful heel injury that plagues many runners. In this video, he helps identify the symptoms and offers tips for treatment and prevention.

In this video, Dr. Jordan Metzl discusses the importance of taking care of your skin as en endurance athlete and offers strategies for avoiding sunburns and skin cancer.

In this video, Dr. Jordan Metzl teaches you how to spot shin splints and offers strategies for treatment and prevention.

Shin splints are a painful repercussion of doing some running in the “too much, too fast, too soon” category. We’ll walk through how to prevent splints in 30 seconds.

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Fix and prevent this common lower-leg injury.