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Running Injuries

The biomechanics of running

Ahmed Bilal Friday 24th September 2004

Running injuries and what the biomechanics of the human body tells us to prevent them

Running is without doubt the most popular of cardiovascular exercises. It forms an integral part of any serious fitness regime, and millions partake in the activity every year, be it for sport, training or just losing weight.

And yet, there is a serious downside to running most of us are not aware of. While it provides us with a variety of health-related benefits, studies show that around 60 percent of …

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