Recovery & Injury
IT band, shin splints, foam rolling, ice baths, active recovery, and runner's knee.
Terms in This Category
6 termsIT Band Syndrome
Inflammation of the iliotibial band causing sharp outer knee pain — one of running's most common injuries.
Shin Splints
Pain along the shinbone (tibia) from overuse. Often caused by increasing mileage too quickly.
Foam Rolling
Self-myofascial release using a foam cylinder to reduce muscle tightness and improve recovery.
Active Recovery
Low-intensity movement (walking, easy swim, yoga) on rest days to promote blood flow and healing.
Runner's Knee
Patellofemoral pain syndrome — dull ache around or behind the kneecap, worsened by stairs and hills.
Plantar Fasciitis
Inflammation of the thick tissue on the bottom of the foot, causing stabbing heel pain — worst with the first steps of the morning.
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