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Genetic Makeup & Injury Risk

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Administrator

We could easily overwhelm you with statistics about injuries in runners and endurance athletes, but let’s stick to just a few: Sixty percent of runners suffer at least one major injury per year1, and 75% of these injuries are due … Continue reading →

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Common Running Injuries

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Administrator

The following are brief descriptions of the most common running injuries suffered by runners and endurance athletes. Achilles tendonitis and tendinopathy: The Achilles tendon — the largest tendon in the body — connects the two major calf muscles to the … Continue reading →

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DNA Testing in Athletes

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Administrator

For years, scientists and athletes have known genetics play an important role in injury predisposition and athletic performance. Thanks to recent technological advances, we’ve seen the emergence of powerful new tools for DNA testing in athletes. These tools provide valuable … Continue reading →

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