13/02/2026
It's Friday so before you go on a run tomorrow morning here are the Common Running injuries you should know 😊
1️⃣ Knee injuries (Runner’s knee / Patellofemoral pain)
~25–30%
The most common running injury
Pain around or behind the kneecap
Often linked to poor load management, weak hips, or alignment issues
2️⃣ Shin splints (Medial tibial stress syndrome)
~15–20%
Pain along the inner shin
Very common in beginners and after sudden increases in mileage or speed
3️⃣ Foot injuries (Plantar fasciitis)
~10–15%
Heel or arch pain, worse in the morning
Associated with tight calves, poor footwear, or training overload
4️⃣ Hamstring strains
~10–12%
Sudden or gradual pain at the back of the thigh
Common with sprinting, hills, fatigue, or muscle imbalance
5️⃣ Achilles tendon injuries
~6–11%
Pain or stiffness at the back of the ankle
Frequently linked to calf weakness, overuse, and sudden training changes
6️⃣ Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
~7–10%
Sharp pain on the outside of the knee
Common in long-distance runners and downhill running
7️⃣ Ankle injuries (sprains, instability)
~5–8%
More common on trails or uneven surfaces
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