Stay injury-free and run your best! This comprehensive guide offers top injury prevention tips and exercises to keep you safe and strong on every run. #injuryprevention #runningtips #runhealthy #runnersafety
Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) Prevention for Ultramarathon Runners: Strategies, Symptoms & Science Planning to run long where the air gets thin? If your ultra takes you above 2,000 meters, acute mountain sickness (AMS) is a real threat—no matter how tough you are at sea level. This guide delivers science-backed prevention, symptom checklists, smart medication use, … Read more
Hormones, Tissue Health & Injury Risk: What Science Shows Estrogen: Supports collagen production, which helps keep tendons and ligaments strong. Estrogen peaks before ovulation, making connective tissues temporarily more elastic. For some, this raises the risk of ankle, knee, or hip injuries—especially on trails. Progesterone: In the luteal phase, progesterone rises and can increase muscle … Read more
Part 1: Introduction – The Reality of Injuries in Ultramarathons 🏃♂️💥 Introduction: Ultramarathons are a true test of endurance, strength, and resilience. Whether you’re running across rugged mountains, traversing deserts, or racing through forests, the sheer distance and demanding conditions put a lot of stress on your body. While pushing through fatigue is a given, … Read more
Introduction: Why Injury Prevention is Crucial for Runners Running is one of the most accessible and rewarding sports out there — yet it comes with its fair share of risks. 🛑Injuries can sideline even the most dedicated runners, disrupting training plans, delaying race goals, and impacting overall motivation.According to research by Runner’s World, almost 50% … Read more
Last updated on April 28, 2025
Introduction: The Enduring Enigma of Overtraining For decades, athletes and coaches have pushed the boundaries of human performance, seeking the optimal balance between rigorous training and necessary recovery. However, tip this balance too far for too long, and a complex, debilitating condition can emerge: Overtraining Syndrome (OTS). This is not simply feeling tired after a … Read more
Last updated on April 28, 2025
Preventing Toe Blisters in Ultra Marathons: Your Ultimate In-Depth Guide The allure of the ultramarathon is undeniable. Pushing your body and mind beyond perceived limits, traversing incredible landscapes, and the deep satisfaction of crossing that finish line after 50, 100, or even more miles. But amidst the triumph and scenery, a tiny, insidious enemy often … Read more
Last updated on April 28, 2025
Why Avoiding Waterproof Shoes is Crucial for Preventing Ultra Marathon Blisters The allure is undeniable. You’re facing an ultramarathon – 50, 100, maybe even more miles across unpredictable terrain, potentially through rain, streams, and muddy trails. The promise of “waterproof” shoes sounds like a godsend. Dry feet, surely, mean happy feet and fewer blisters, right? … Read more
Last updated on April 28, 2025
Conquer the Course, Not the Pain: Your Ultimate Guide on How to Treat Hot Spots on Feet During an Ultra Marathon Running an ultra marathon is a testament to human endurance, a journey that pushes physical and mental boundaries. You’ve trained for months, dialed in your nutrition, and prepared your mind. But there’s a small, … Read more
Last updated on April 28, 2025
Mastering Ultramarathon Foot Care: Your Ultimate Guide on How to Tape Feet and Toes to Avoid Blisters Ultramarathons push the boundaries of human endurance. Covering distances beyond the traditional 26.2 miles, these races demand incredible physical and mental fortitude. But often, the smallest things can derail the biggest goals. Among the most notorious culprits? Blisters. … Read more
Last updated on April 28, 2025
Conquering Ultra Marathons Blister-Free: The Ultimate Guide to Using ENGO Patches on Shoes for Blister Prevention Ultra marathons push the limits of human endurance. Covering distances of 50km, 50 miles, 100km, 100 miles, or even more, often over challenging terrain and through unpredictable weather, demands immense physical and mental fortitude. Ask any seasoned ultra runner … Read more