RUNSPIRITED

Hamstring injury in runners? This comprehensive guide covers the symptoms, causes, recovery steps and strength exercises, plus a coach's own rehab experience and a 9-question FAQ.

A meniscus tear is damage to the C-shaped cartilage that cushions the knee joint, common in runners from twisting on uneven terrain or from gradual, age-related wear. Warning signs include joint-line pain, swelling hours after a run, clicking, and a knee that catches or locks. Many tears, especially degenerative ones, respond well to rest and a structured strength program; surgery is typically reserved for locking, unstable, or persistent tears.

How movement screening and specific exercise help runners correct body imbalances, fix bad mechanics and prevent injuries before they derail training.

How to identify a gluteus medius running injury, what causes it, how to treat it, and the strength work that keeps it from coming back.

Stephanie Turner created the Hare Mountain 100 to give back to the ultra community after she survived a near-fatal mountain bike crash.

The benefits of rest days for runners include time for the body to repair muscles, reducing the risk of injury and avoiding overtraining.

Here's how to overcome plantar fasciitis, a common running injury known for a sharp pain often felt in the heel that can linger for a while.

The Earth Day 50K, by Ornery Mule Racing, is a perfect way to celebrate the holiday with handmade medals, friendly volunteers and much more.

Runners often wonder, "Should I race with an injury?" Here are some things for runners to consider as they determine the severity, risk, etc

Ultra runner Seth Ruhling has won the JFK 50 twice, taken sixth at CCC and overcome a heart issue called pericarditis all in the same year.