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Five things every injury prone runner should have

June 8, 2018 by MCM Mama 11 Comments

Confession: I’ve run lots of miles and made lots of stupid running choices for years with minimal issues and almost no injuries. But every once in a while, I do something that lands me on the injured reserve. Luckily, I have all the things to get myself back up and running fairly quickly. Here are the things I recommend every runner have to both prevent and help heal running injuries.

    1. Foam Roller – this simple, inexpensive tool is perhaps the most important thing every runner should have in their arsenal. A few minutes spent rolling before and after a run can make all the difference in the world. There are a ton of routines on various running sites, but Amanda at Run to the Finish has a great overview of foam rolling for runners. 
    2. Exercise bands – Running is a primarily movement in one direction, especially if you are a road runner and not dealing with obstacles you might find on a trail. Because of this, runners often find that they are weaker through the hips, glutes, and in side to side movements. Want to get your glutes firing? Do a Monster Walk. Another favorite for me is clamshells with a band.I have pain in my ankle right now – guess where it originates? Yep, weak glutes and a tight hip.
    3. A firm ball – Most people suggest a lacrosse ball, but I had this amazing ball that was slightly bigger that I loved. Had being the operative word here. My son and his friends “borrowed” it yesterday and lost it. I’m still crying. I’ve also ordered a new set of balls from Amazon already. My favorite use for a ball (and why I like it a bit bigger) is to put it against the wall and slowly rotate my glute against it.
    4. Oofos – I hate any shoe with that piece between my toes. I NEVER wear flip flops. Ever. But Oofos recently came out with a low shoe and I bought a pair on a whim when I was picking up my 17.75 packet. Best.Purchase.Ever. While I kind of think they are ugly, they have played a crucial role as I’m rehabbing my ankle and foot. Even when I was at the worst part, I could walk without pain when I had my Oofos on.
    5. A chiropractor and/or a massage therapist – Everyone should have one they trust that is familiar with runners and their issues. I’m lucky because I have both. A good sports chiropractor can help speed injury resolution with Active Release Technique and other methods.

I am about a week from my first Ultra Ragnar and I ran 3 times yesterday, mostly without pain.

I did have to foam roll and use my ball between each run, but I was able to make it so I did not hurt on the run and I actually feel pretty good today (a little sore because I’ve barely run in 3 weeks, but good.) I also went immediately from my running shoes to my Oofos after each run. In fact, I’m sitting here in my pajamas and my Oofos right now. I might also have booked appointments with both my chiropractor and my massage therapist for the week AFTER the race.

What’s your favorite implement of torture, err, I mean, tool for surviving injury?

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  1. Deborah @ Confessions of mother runner says

    June 8, 2018 at 9:03 am

    I have the original oofos and love them. Will have to check out the ones you have here for back ups. A great massage therapist is key I have a new one I love. Happy Friday

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  2. Megan @ Meg Go Run says

    June 8, 2018 at 9:08 am

    I never heard of Oofos but a lot of people on blogs are talking about them today! It’s like when you hear something new, you suddenly start seeing it/hearing it everywhere.

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  3. Lacey@fairytalesandfitness.com says

    June 8, 2018 at 9:16 am

    Luckily I am not injury probed, but when I do find a pain coming on my foam roller always seems to help. I keep hearing great things about Oofas but they are so expensive.

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  4. Patrick@looneyforfood.com says

    June 8, 2018 at 10:48 am

    I just do a lot of good old fashioned stretching and make sure to warm up properly. Strength train is also key to prevent injuries which I think a lot of runners neglect.
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  5. Judy @ Chocolaterunsjudy says

    June 8, 2018 at 12:44 pm

    I have the high top Oofos — oddly enough, I also have sandals, which I used to love, but I have a spot on one foot that aches in the wrong shoes & now the sandals don’t seem to work for me (but the high top Oofos does, go figure).

    I never used to wear a flip flop type shoes, but I’ve gotten used to them — has to be the right shoe, though. Not actual flip flops. I wear a brand called Sanuk, which are made from yoga mats, and my feet LOVE them. Now if I could just find something like them that my feet liked during the winter . . .
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  6. Lesley says

    June 8, 2018 at 12:58 pm

    I have everything except the Oofos. I’m about to start acupuncture, so add that to my list of people keeping me healthy.

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  7. Wendy says

    June 8, 2018 at 1:43 pm

    I’ve got a lot of the same torture devices as you. I’ve been really bad about using them lately! I need to get on the floor this weekend and do some rehab.

    Good luck at Ragnar!

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  8. Heather @ Heather's Spin says

    June 8, 2018 at 4:04 pm

    I’m the same way, I HATE shoes with things between my toes. I only wear flip-flops when I’m showering at the gym. I’m defiantly checking out those Oofos!

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  9. Kimberly Hatting says

    June 8, 2018 at 7:12 pm

    I have a pair of Oofos, but they are the flip flops LOL That said, I don’t mind the “thing between my toes,” so my Oofos arae awesome 😉 I use a tennis ball sometimes for the rolling of the glutes, and it hurts so good. Hope your injury status is waning, and Ragnar goes well!

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  10. Darlene says

    June 9, 2018 at 6:41 am

    I am bad. I own and do nothing. Of course that may change if I get injured.

    I do wear crocs after a run.

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  11. Gretchen Blyss @ Blyss Chiropractic and Acupuncture says

    June 29, 2018 at 10:34 am

    These are really good tips. I bet a lot of those who had come across your blog found it helpful, too. And I definitely agree that you need a chiropractor to get you back on track after a long run, especially if you get injured.
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