The prime cause of overuse injuries is an excessive increase in training load, imperfect/imbalanced biomechanics or a combination of the two. In this section, you’ll information on how to diagnose and prevent overuse injuries by attending to the underlying causes.
in Endurance products and technology, Overuse injuries
For most cyclists, the word ‘injury’ normally conjures up images of impacts sustained from collisions or knee and lower back injuries. However, the hand/handlebar interface can lead to chronic problems in the hand and wrist. Andrew Hamilton explains why, and looks at preventative steps MORE
in Endurance injuries and health, Endurance products and technology, Overuse injuries
How does running shoe design and construction affect injury risk, and how should this affect your shoe choices? Andrew Hamilton looks at what the recent research has to say MORE
in Dietary basics, Endurance health and lifestyle, Nutrition for endurance athletes, Overuse injuries
Andrew Hamilton looks at some recent research on how the right kind of pre-exercise snacks and meals could improve bone health in athletes MORE
in Endurance injuries and health, Equipment, Overuse injuries
Highlighting recent research, Andrew Hamilton explains why cyclists suffering from chronic low-back pain should look inwards before blaming their bike MORE
in Endurance injuries and health, Overuse injuries
Up to 90% of swimmers will experience shoulder pain at some point in their swimming careers. Andrew Hamilton looks at injury rehab recommendations and in particular, the need for an appropriate return to swimming programme in the pool... MORE
in Endurance products and technology, Overuse injuries
Foot pain is surprisingly common among cyclists. Andrew Hamilton looks at the causes MORE
in Endurance injuries and health, Other, Overuse injuries
What are the major risk factors for injury when training for a triathlon, and what can triathletes do to minimise the chance of sustaining an injury? Andrew Hamilton looks at what the science has to say MORE
in Endurance injuries and health, Muscles and tendons, Overuse injuries
Musculoskeletal specialist Pat Gilham explains the best treatment options for illiotibial band syndrome, and reassures athletes that they can be pain free! MORE
in Endurance injuries and health, Overuse injuries
Although rib injuries are relatively uncommon in swimmers, they can and do occur when training loads are high. Trevor Langford explains why and how these debilitating injuries arise and more importantly, how to help prevent them MORE
in Endurance injuries and health, Muscles and tendons, Overuse injuries
In part one of a two-art article, Pat Gilham explores the characteristics of illiotibial band syndrome, which leads to pain in the lateral region of the knee in runners and cyclists, and the risk factors for developing this injury MORE
The latest triathlon research and best practice findings, covering improving technique, strength and conditioning, and endurance nutrition
The latest findings from running science with practical advice showing you how you can run further and faster whilst staying in peak health
