Marathon FAQ

Question: Can I continue to run when injured?

Answer: Most injuries will allow for some running – If you take about a week off to get the healing started you stay below the threshold of irritation. The factors will help you do this:

  • Gentle walking for the first 5 minutes and then liberal use of walk breaks,
  • Running at a pace slow enough so that you don’t aggravate the injured area,
  • Maintain a short stride with feet low to the ground, and
  • Stopping the run before you have aggravated the injury. Be sure to get your doctor’s OK before you run when injured.

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Jeff Galloway

Jeff Galloway, US Olympian and creator of the Run-Walk-Run method, has helped over 350,000 runners achieve their goals through his innovative training programs. As Runner's World's monthly columnist and author of North America's best-selling running book, Jeff has spent over 50 years sharing his expertise and continues to conduct running seminars worldwide as runDisney's Official Training Consultant.

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