Parents May Have Accidentally Found a Way to Reduce Running Injuries
Summary
A study found that parents who run while pushing a stroller have fewer running injuries than those who run without one. Researchers believe stroller running changes how the body moves and reduces stress on joints.Key Facts
- Parents who ran with a stroller were 58% less likely to have overuse injuries than those who ran without one.
- Stroller runners experienced 55% fewer injuries per 1,000 miles run.
- The study included 255 runners with children aged 0 to 3 years.
- Running with a stroller changes posture by increasing forward lean and distributing force through the hands and feet.
- Pushing stroller handlebars helps transfer some impact force away from the legs, potentially reducing stress on joints.
- Parents who stroller-run logged 34% more miles while their child was 6 to 12 months old compared to non-stroller runners.
- Plantar fasciitis, a foot injury, was the most common injury in both stroller and non-stroller groups.
- Researchers recommend lightweight jogging strollers with adjustable handles and three wheels for safety and comfort.
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