This tag refers to questions regarding prevention from injuries.
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Can I run barefeet on asphalt?
Can I run barefoot on asphalt concrete to the nearest park (1km) without damaging my feet? I'd do this every other day.
I've been running 2-5km three times a week for a year running barefeet, except ...
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What kind of exercises can I do to strengthen my ankle?
I've been running for about 5 years now and almost every year I get problems on the medial side of my shins. If I keep running, eventually the soft tissue even swells up enough to be palpable and ...
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Is working out a healthy alternative to combat RSI (Repetitive Stress Injuries)
I was reading questions on Programmers and I came across this one where a use is having issues with a Repetitive Stress Injury from typing. It got me thinking, is exercise alone a viable alternative ...
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Exercises/diet to improve circulation to extremities? (ie for warmth)
I've noticed as I've gotten older that my hands tend to get colder faster when outdoors in the winter. This is especially annoying skiing in the winter where I feel I have to be even more mindful of ...
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How to run without damaging your feet, knees or hips.
I want to start running. However I am afraid of damaging my feet, knees or hips by running on a regular basis. So what are the most important things to have in mind to avoid any dangers for my joints ...
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Technique for identifying potential injury weak spots
What techniques are there for identifying areas you need to work on and that you will be likely to injure so you can work on that areas before they get injured.
Update Most of the activities I do are ...
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What are good ways to prevent shoulder injuries?
I'll start this:
Shoulder "dislocations" - great for improving shoulder mobility
