No one wants to get injured before a marathon, but sometimes it just happens. The training season is an important stage in preparing for a marathon, but it is also a time when many runners encounter various strain injuries and damages. In case of injuries, it is important to look at what has happened, how badly and at what point in the training season.
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Rhythms of the Run: Exploring the Power of Music in Your Running
Are you running with or without headphones? Music often gets the body moving naturally, so it’s no surprise that many of us listen to music while running. Especially on the treadmill, a good playlist can make running much easier. In addition to jamming, good vibes and psychological help, music can offer surprising elements to running that you might not have known about.
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Running ground contact time – how to improve?
Ground contact time (GCT) measures the time the foot spends on the ground during a running stride. The less time you spend on the ground, the more efficient running is. Fast ground contact time increases running speed and makes running more economical.
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The Role of Biomechanics in Running: How Proper Technique Enhances Performance and Reduces Injury Risk
Collaboration with Ochy – running biomechanics app
Biomechanics goes together with physiology, combining different areas. Running biomechanics have been studied a lot, but studies have not been able to demonstrate the superiority of one running technique over others. There are as many running styles as there are runners. There are as many differences among professionals as there are among regular runners. One technique is not more optimal or more prone to injury than others.
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Collaboration with Bikemap.
Combining different forms of exercise can be beneficial in terms of improving running performance. Running and cycling are different activities with their own characteristics. One of the biggest differences between cycling and running is the impact force. Cycling doesn’t have the regular pounding of the legs, but incorporating cycling into your training can still improve your running performance and bring many benefits to your training.
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