Many runners live in fear of becoming an “I-used-to” runner. You know those people who, upon learning that you run, sadly tell you they “used to” run but had to quit because of an injury. Shin splints, ACL tears, plantar fasciitis…the list is long and the possibilities endless. Stress during running is considerable — each step reverberating with a force up to three times your body weight. However, while common, stress injuries are not necessarily a given. Researchers working with elite athletes have found that injuries may be preventable by incorporating balance training into your regular workout routine.

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Originally published September 2004.

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