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Common Injuries

The Best Running Shoes for Bad Knees in 2026

by Ben Drew
runner holding their knee at sunset

  Knee pain is common in runners, but the right shoe depends on why your knee hurts, what kind of support feels comfortable, and how

Foam Roller Techniques for Achilles Tendonitis

by Ben Drew

  If your Achilles feels tight or painful, foam rolling your calf may provide short-term relief—but it is important to understand what foam rolling can

Best Running Shoes For Achilles Tendonitis in 2026

by Ben Drew

  Running with Achilles pain can be frustrating, but a new pair of shoes is not a cure by itself. Achilles tendinopathy usually improves through

The Best Running Shoes for Bad Ankles in 2025

by Ben Drew
a runner holding their ankles

  Bad or weak ankles are not uncommon to many runners. If your ankles are weak and prone to rolling, try running in the best

Best Running Shoes for Heel Spurs in 2025

by Ben Drew

  Any condition that causes foot pain can be a nightmare for runners. Heel pain is especially difficult, especially for heel strikers. One of the

Best Running Shoes For IT Band Syndrome in 2025

by Shanna Powell

  Although running is a full-body exercise, it mainly uses the legs. It makes sense then, that most running injuries happen to the legs and

Best Walking Shoes For Achilles Tendonitis in 2025

by Shanna Powell

  Foot pain can be a factor that stops many people from walking. If you suffer from Achilles tendonitis, even walking through a store or

How to Treat a Bruised or Black Toenail from Running

by Ben Drew

Anyone who has been running for a decent amount of time has probably gotten the dreaded bruised or black toenail. Eventually, they will fall off

How to Tape Shin Splints: A Step-by-Step Guide

by Ben Drew
how to tape shin splints a step by step guide

  Even with proper warm-up and pacing while running, shin splints and stress fractures can still occur. Often shin splints occur from poor running form

Stress Fracture Vs Tendonitis – How To Tell The Difference

by Shanna Powell

Tendonitis is one of the most common injuries when it comes to running, and it occurs most often in the Achilles. About 80% of running

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