Medical
Definition: Pain associated with maltracking of the patella (kneecap).
Can lead to subluxation or chondromalacia.
Causes: Any activity that causes repetitive strain to the knee
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hello, i have been running for several years. completed my first marathon recently in pittsburgh, and have done 2 half-marathons. about two months ago i had a tear in my retina and had to have it repaired, during recovery (about 3 weeks... Read More
Ran across this site that is devoted to Running Injuries and healing.
http://www.runnersrescue.com/
Doesn't go deep into the rehab of each - but has a good overview and starting point for most common injuries.
Another great site ... Read More
Sit on floor, bending
one leg to place the sole of the foot by the inner thigh of the extended
leg. Elongate torso and reach out to the extended leg, keeping that knee
and your back comfortably straight. Hold ... Read More
Here is a great post from a triathlon training mom, April, from her blog MultiSport Mom, who finds the delicate balance between training and rest/recovery. It's not a prescriptive post - but one that we can id... Read More
Does anyone have suggestions about what to do about achilles discomfort? I have a knot in my left achilles that comes and goes? Do I need to stay away from running a while, dial back my running mileage, or is there something else I can... Read More
Medical
Definition: The hamstring consists of three muscle groups, including
the semimembranosus, semitendinousus, and the biceps femoris. A hamstring
strain occurs when excessive or repetitive stress causes... Read More
