Injury Prevention

A new review of studies finds that common injury-prevention rules don't hold up. We asked the researcher what does cause running injuries.

Designed by one of the leading physical therapists in the U.S., the Mobo Board is a small-but-mighty tool that's well worth adding to your injury prevention arsenal.

A new three-year survey looked at half-marathon and marathon runners. The findings? More training and more preparation led to fewer injuries...

Hobbling around the house? These stretches will help relieve your discomfort (and feel good, too).

Here’s what triathletes need to know about bouncing back from injury—body and mind.

Talking about this common ailment can seem taboo, but it's important to get the answers you need.

Our calf muscles regularly get overused. It's time to treat them with care.

What to do if you experience pain in your shoulder while swimming.

How the popular cosmetic injection is helping athletes with lingering plantar fasciitis.

Your guide to “down there” drama.

Weakness in hip adductor muscles can cause knee injuries. Do these five exercises to run strong and healthy.

As a triathlete, multiple factors can put you at risk for both of these injuries.

Pain is a big part of what triathletes do, but understanding the “language of pain” is essential.

Widowmaker heart attacks—also known as LAD blockages—are rare, but life-threatening. Here's what you need to know.

Follow this advice and you'll be pain-free in 4 weeks or less!

A swollen knee should send you to the doctor—but an important question in diagnosis is when did it start swelling: right after running or later the next day?

It can be a controversial topic, but it's well worth knowing the pros and cons of maximalist shoes.

Your foam roller is a simple but invaluable tool to help keep injuries at bay—if you know how best to use it.

After tearing her calf, our writer and pro athlete Laura Siddall put three alternatives to running to the test.

Understanding why your neck and shoulders hurt can help you find the fix—and pain-free optimal performance.