10 Resources for Runners to Train Smarter and Reduce Injury

Running can be an exciting sport, and it is an awesome way to stay in shape. Unfortunately, it is also a sport that can result in a lot of injuries if you aren’t careful. If you are a runner, or you are interested in taking up running, and you are worried about some of the injuries that can occur, there are things you can do that will encourage you to train smarter and reduce your chances of being injured. Here are some resources you can use to ensure that you get a great workout without hurting yourself.

1. RunnersConnect

Here is a resource that offers podcasts and in-depth interviews with others who are involved in the sport. Hearing these people speak is going to change the way you think about running, and it will change the way you train so you don’t have to worry about injuries.

2. Running in the USA

If you want to know where the races are happening in the US at any given time, all you need to do is visit this site. Find marathon dates, register for marathons online, search the map by state, county, city, or race/event for statistics, and find loads of other resources that will keep you in the running (pun intended).

3. RunEatRepeat

This is a running blog that is as entertaining as it is informative. It runs monthly, and you will learn about Monica and her love of running. She shows photos of various points of interest along her runs, and shares her thoughts along the way. Monica is just like you: she wants to run more, stay in shape, and get faster.

4. The Active Times

Everything you need to know about running, injuries, etc. can be found here. Not only are there loads of great articles about the sport of running, you will also find articles about many other physical activities you may enjoy, including hiking, climbing, and biking.

5. Garmin Connect

Take advantage of Garmin products for creating training plans, diet plans, tracking running goals, and more. Be among the millions of runners who are already using and enjoying this technology. Join the community at Garmin online, and connect with other users.

6. Plantar Fasciitis

No matter what sport you are into, an injury is pretty much inevitable. When the time comes that you have an injury from running, be sure to get the proper treatment, including physical therapy so you can lace up those running shoes and get back out there as soon as you can.

7. Cool Running

How much sleep do runners need? How do you prevent and treat common running injuries? What are the best training secrets for running your best race? Get the answers to these questions, and a lot more at Cool Running.

8. Meetup

Want people to run with you, no matter where you are? This site lets you hook up with other runners from all over the world. When you use Meetup, you should never have any trouble finding a running partner again.

9. Competitor

This site offers all of the latest information about training and nutrition, plus all the news you need about running. You will find information about the latest gear, preventing injuries, nutrition for good health, and a lot more.

10. Jeff Galloway Training

Are you training for a half-marathon and need that extra push to help you reach your running goals? Let Jeff Galloway help. This program was created to help those who do some running, but aren’t fully into it yet. It will help runners really get prepared for any half-marathon event, with daily goals that are easy to reach but will get you to peak performance.

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