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When we think of risk factors for running injury we usually think training error, biomechanics or muscle weakness but what about stress? What about being a perfectionist? Can these psychological factors increase injury risk?
New research suggests they can and in our new video below we discuss this research and 4 psychological factors that appear to be key.
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If you’re interested in psychology and running injury be sure to check out our video on how mindfulness can help ‘runner’s knee’.
