Most runners try to do anything they can to prevent injuries. But what about burnout from running? This is also something that we need to avoid and should work to prevent! When we constantly push ourselves and train hard, there is risk of burnout or even overtraining. Here is more about what leads to burnout from running and how to prevent it. What is Burnout from Running? Before we move on, it's probably a good ... Read the Post...
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