How To Avoid Running Injuries: 3 Minute Summary

This video is a 3 minute summary of how to avoid running injuries. If you are starting back running after a while off or just want some advice on avoiding injury then this is for you! Evidence rich advice from The Online Physiotherapist team to equip active people with the tools to reduce the likelihood of injury. The Online Physiotherapy Team bring you this content to aid you in your journey to living lives of less pain and more function! Have an injury? Speak with us today at: www.theonlinephysiotherapist.com/contact-us-2/ See our other videos and blogs for more info on how to live a healthy life and avoid injury at: www.theonlinephysiotherapist.com/blog ======================================= Related Videos: ======================================= How To Treat Shin Splints Using ONLY A Tennis Ball https://youtu.be/_g8pVcoAt4U Release Your Neck And Shoulder Muscles With A Tennis Ball: https://youtu.be/jS-XnwyhcWg Tennis Ball Self-Massage for Your Glutes and Piriformis: https://youtu.be/l3flN43z-EQ Self-Release of Pec Tightness With A Tennis Ball: https://youtu.be/3mCyDqfNnqY ======================================= Our Running Series: https://youtu.be/Hv8TgfB-IKI Our Ankle Series: https://youtu.be/BLLzPZ-MCUg ======================================= SUBSCRIBE for the Latest Videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeKSCpoJ8T7PGq8IWaIyDw ======================================= Tim Barsellotti is an Advanced Physiotherapist and Founder of The Online Physiotherapist. http://www.theonlinephysiotherapist.com http://www.facebook.com/theonlinephysio1 https://www.instagram.com/theonlinephysiotherapist/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/theonlinephysiotherapist https://twitter.com/thephysioonline ======================================= DISCLAIMER: This content (the video, description, links, and comments) is not medical advice or a treatment plan and is intended for general education and demonstration purposes only. This content should not be used to self-diagnose or self-treat any health, medical, or physical condition. Don’t use this content to avoid going to your own healthcare professional or to replace the advice they give you. Consult with your healthcare professional before doing anything contained in this content. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Online Physiotherapist Ltd and its officers for any and all losses, injuries, or damages resulting from any and all claims that arise from your use or misuse of this content. The Online Physiotherapist Ltd makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Use of this content is at your sole risk. ================================================ *Please excuse audio - wind was particularly heavy - new equipment coming for next video series!* ************************************** Ultimate tips for runners post-covid! ************************************** 1. Trainers a) replace every 250-500 miles (completely depends upon weight or heaviness of step of runner) b) Neutral vs stability shoe c) Orthotics 2. Stretch/heat before running (bluetac) x 5 Last video: Hamstrings and hip flexors a) glute stretch b) calf stretch c) piriformis stretch 3. Build distance incrementally a) If you normally do 5k, start at 2k on flat - 40% off and build 20% at time.. 4. Flat terrain a) to avoid tearing achilles/muscles ********************************************************* BONUS (not in video!) a) Dynamic Programme graduating into running Jogging on grass High knees and Heel flicks Dummy jogging b) Ergonomics - this is PARAMOUNT! Ensuring that your chair, screen, keyboard, mouse and other elements are optimal TO YOU is imperative. We can make SUCH a difference with changing this area of our days. Head across to our website to gain a free download the 'ULTIMATE GUIDE TO A PAIN FREE WORKDAY' - this provides the important areas to focus on to avoid injury and pain.