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You Don't Need a Gait Lab. You Need These 3 Tests
Three running form self-tests you can do at home in 15 minutes: a single-leg squat, a knee-to-wall ankle check and a phone video. Here's what to look for.
Telchatta Kumar
Why Stretching Before a Run Doesn't Prevent Injuries (and What Does)
Does static stretching before running prevent injuries? Large trials say no. Here's what actually protects runners, plus a 6-minute warm-up that works.
Telchatta Kumar
Barefoot Running Had 15 Years to Prove Itself. Here's the Verdict.
Barefoot running had 15 years to prove itself. The verdict: no injury shield, no speed boost, but a few real uses. Here's what the research says.
Telchatta Kumar
The 15-Minute Strength Session That Prevents Season-Ending Injuries
A 15-minute strength routine for runners, done twice a week, lowers injury risk and improves running economy. Here are the 6 moves, sets and reps.
Telchatta Kumar
Many Running Injuries Start in Your Hips, Not Your Knees
Knee pain or IT band trouble? Many running injuries trace back to weak, poorly controlled hips. Learn the science, a 2-minute self-test and the fix.
Telchatta Kumar