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"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Preventing Injuries During Marathon Training & Tips For Recovery","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"heading-2"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"For all the benefits of marathon running, it has a bad rep when it comes to injury risk. One 2021 study by the Mayo Clinic found that 30% of marathoners reported race-related injuries [6].","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Luckily, starting with following a proper marathon training plan, there are some things you can do to help prevent injury and optimize recovery while training for a marathon:","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"1. 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You might also get a pair of tempo trainers for your interval sessions (although these aren’t essential, especially if you’re new to running), and possibly a carbon plated trainer for race day. You won’t wear a carbon-plated trainer too much during your training, but if you’re planning to wear it during race day, you’ll want to test it out occasionally before race day.’","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Accessories can also be a big help if you’re prone to tightness or aches in certain areas–whether that’s ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{"uri":"/blog/article/benefits-of-compression-sleeves"},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"compression sleeves","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"hyperlink"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" to help with tight calves or ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{"uri":"/blog/article/get-extra-support-for-squats-with-knee-support-sleeves"},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"knee support","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"hyperlink"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" to reduce the impact on the knees.","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"4. 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Brace your core, keep your chest up, and either clasp your hands in front of your chest or place your hands on your hips.","marks":[],"data":{}}]}]},{"nodeType":"list-item","data":{},"content":[{"nodeType":"paragraph","data":{},"content":[{"nodeType":"text","value":"Step your right foot out to the right, keeping your knees driving out. 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As an adaptation of a regular side plank, the slide plank with hip abduction builds your glutes and enhances hip stability, improving your form and balance when lifting and reducing the risk of injury.","marks":[],"data":{}}]},{"nodeType":"paragraph","data":{},"content":[{"nodeType":"text","value":"How To Do Side Plank With Hip Abduction:","marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"data":{}}]},{"nodeType":"ordered-list","data":{},"content":[{"nodeType":"list-item","data":{},"content":[{"nodeType":"paragraph","data":{},"content":[{"nodeType":"text","value":"Lie on your side on a mat, with your body in a straight line from your head to your toes. Your legs should be stacked on top of each other. Place your forearm on the floor, with your elbow directly below your shoulder (as if you were about to do a side plank). 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Glute max dominant exercises such as hip thrusts and squats will build the size of your glutes, but to achieve that “lifted” upper butt shelf, you need to work the glute medius and minimus with these upper glute exercises.","marks":[],"data":{}}]}]},{"nodeType":"list-item","data":{},"content":[{"nodeType":"paragraph","data":{},"content":[{"nodeType":"text","value":"Athletic performance:","marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"data":{}},{"nodeType":"text","value":" Upper glute strength contributes to pelvic stability, which is essential for performing heavy lifts like squats, deadlifts, and lunges with proper form. 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