With the return of warm weather and longer days, more and more people start thinking of ways to kickstart their fitness regime, and running is one way to do this. Running is a great way to build and maintain cardiovascular fitness, if done correctly and if your body is ready for it. Running can also be a great way to get an injury, and sadly, for a large number of people, this is exactly what happens when they run. The reality is that injuries from running, especially chronic injuries, can largely be avoided by ensuring your body is actually ready for the stresses of the activity. In this article, a checklist for running preparedness is presented, along with strategies to help get you on track.
