Runners' Health and Marathon Training
New York Road Runners Learning Series at HSS, June 23, 2009
Whether you are a recreational runner or a professional marathoner, long-distance training evokes a musculoskeletal response in the body that, if not understood and correctly managed, can increase your risk of injury.
Hospital for Special Surgery – an Orthopedic Consultant to the New York Road Runners for the ING NYC Marathon – hosted a Learning Series event to teach marathon runners what musculoskeletal responses to expect while they train, and how to prevent injury before, during, and after the marathon.
The session was led by physicians and therapists from the Sports Medicine and Sports Performance Services at HSS, many of whom are themselves avid and committed marathon runners and triathletes.
The following videos from the event will show viewers how to understand the causes of running injury, identify and avoid common mistakes, improve running form, and incorporate strength training exercises to minimize risk of injury and maximize performance. These videos are targeted to both first time and experienced marathoners.
For more information please view our program: In the Home Stretch: Optimizing Your Last Month Before the Marathon.
Updated: 12/6/2016
