With the under-18 indoor mile world record under his belt, 16-year-old Sam Ruthe is poised for greatness. He also has modern coaching and shoe tech on his side.
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Researchers are questioning whether the very features that are meant to boost performance may actually increase the risk of running-related injuries.
The standard advice is to replace your runners after 500–800 kilometres. But science shows it could be more or less – here are the three signs to look out for.
The ankle protection provided by high-top shoes may not be enough to reduce sprain risk significantly. In fact, this design may reduce athletic performance, and increase risk of ankle sprain for some.
Plantar fasciitis is a common injury.
Running as nature intended might help prevent shin, foot, knee and ankle injuries.
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