05/03/2026
As a physio I’m regularly seeing runners with issues that could easily be avoided with a proper recovery plan.
If you’ve got a goal or an event in mind, it can be easy to focus on building up your training and miles and neglect the recovery periods
Common mistakes I’m seeing in clinic
> over training - online programmes are v popular and can be brilliant for introducing routine and progress but don’t know your medical history, exercise history, external or internal stress or many other factors that can influence your recovery. If you’ve just completed a big effort run…. You need to schedule time to properly rest after.
> Too many events stacked up over short periods - if you get the running bug, it can be tempting to sign up for multiple events to keep your motivation high, but this often feeds my point above and isn’t realistic for a lot of recreational runners to sustain
> Not adequately fuelling after a run - lots of products, gels, electrolyte drinks, gummies etc are well marketed for the run itself, but your nutrition after and during high intensity training blocks is really important for injury prevention
> Missing the mobility and strength work - running is great, but to prevent injury and improve performance you need to do this work, especially if you’re new to running and your body is adapting to the new load
Save this so you remember after your next race 🔒