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Last Updated: Oct 23, 2019
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Fitness Tip - Common Running Mistakes

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Dr. NagarajPhysiotherapist
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Running is a journey. Becoming the runner we want to be doesn’t happen overnight. For most of us, it takes many years, many mistakes and many lessons to improve, grow and realize our full potential. It’s a never-ending journey. No matter how many running accomplishments we conquer, we are still always learning. Whether you’re a new runner looking to tackle your first half marathon or marathon this year or are a seasoned runner, these following reminders will help you become the best runner you can be by avoiding common running mistakes.

- drinking too much of sports drinks

- wearing improper sports shoes

- running too much without strength training

- not hyderating properly

- not alternating hard days with easy days 

- not controlling upper body 

- starting too quick and ignoring after run cool down routines

- running too much and skipping the next day run

- trying something new every other day 

- training with someone too far ahead of pace 

- over striding

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