If you’re a runner/jogger, reexamining your running style from time to time will keep you on track. I cringe observing how some people run, the craziest and unfortunately all-too-common being the slamming of the feet into the pavement. Ouch.
Usually it’s the gut wrenching sound that first draws my attention to this counter-productive phenomenon. They invariably do this with great force and one can only imagine the damage they’re doing, which is exactly the opposite of the purported purpose of running, is it not? Slamming your feet into the ground is irreparably damaging to your feet, ankles, shins and knees, as is only logical, yet they embrace and continue with this style. In what parallel universe do the people engaging in this destructive running style think they’re improving themselves?
Joints do not get bigger and stronger with excessive force, but rather deteriorate, diminish and wear out when crushing pressure such as this is applied.
Running when injured is another bizarre habit the “no pain no gain” fools adopt. I call it “embracing the brace,” since they are usually wearing a knee brace or wrap. Or two.
And those who run in the street alongside rush hour idling traffic, breathing in concentrate exhaust fumes. This is downright stupid.
Exercise is meant to strengthen, heal, enhance health and well being, not damage and diminish.
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