No runner wants to be put in a walking boot or be told they need crutches. Yet, there are a few running injuries severe enough to warrant these precautions, and stress fractures, or what healthcare providers call bone stress injuries (BSIs) are one of them. Receiving a BSI diagnosis can feel devastating, especially if it happens during the beginning or middle of a season, when training for a big race, or after returning to running post-hiatus. Bone stress injuries occur when

With the Boston Marathon just around the corner on April 21, it’s time to talk about the hills — and more importantly, the downhills. Everyone knows Boston has “Heartbreak Hill,” but what really wrecks runners on race day? It’s the long, pounding descents that show up early and often. If you’re not specifically trained for the eccentric load of downhill running, your quads will be screaming by mile 16 — and your form might fall apart by the Newton hills. Here’s what makes dow

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most frustrating injuries a runner can face. That sharp heel pain when you first get out of bed or during your run can stop your training in its tracks. The common advice? Wear good shoes and rest. But here’s the thing: while supportive footwear helps, what you really need are strong feet, solid balance, and a stable core. Strengthening the muscles that control your foot, ankle, and lower leg is key to preventing and recovering from plantar fas