Contents:
- Medical Video: Dallas Marathon Training Tips
- What are the possible marathon risks?
- 1. Cramps
- 2. Joint damage
- 3. Cardiac arrest
Medical Video: Dallas Marathon Training Tips
Although only with running shoes and firm intentions, running sports carries its own risks. In a marathon, the possibility of participants fainting or experiencing trauma is quite high. Therefore, learn what marathon risks that may occur and (sometimes) are inevitable, and find out how to overcome them before they happen to you on the track.
What are the possible marathon risks?
1. Cramps
Cramps are quite common in running. Cramps are a result of excessive muscle use so that the muscles experience contractions that are not supposed to occur. When cramps strike, the best thing you can do is take a deep breath, stay calm, sit down, and start stretching.
Stretching has proven to be quite effective in eliminating cramps. Simple stretching exercises are actually enough because all you have to do is keep the cramping area in a stretched position for about 3 to 5 minutes. When cramps reach the track, you have two choices: retreat from the race or start running slowly again. But one thing is certain, continuing to run with the same intensity and speed as before is of course a bad idea.
2. Joint damage
The joint is quite vulnerable because it functions as a fundamental part of running. When running, the body tracks the ground through the joints. In other words, the joint is often overwritten, which triggers a knee injury. Men are thought to be more at risk than women because their weight is often greater.
To avoid joint damage, pick and choose where to run. Observe the surface of the ground. Flat or soft places such as cinder tracks, boardwalks, lawns or dirt tracks help reduce impact power rather than running on asphalt.
If you feel your knee has a problem, stopping the race and seeking medical help are the only choices. Forcing yourself to only worsen the situation. Also, consider your weight before running because overweight people can be more at risk for injury.
3. Cardiac arrest
The most dangerous risk of marathon is cardiac arrest, aka cardiac arrest. Cardiac arrest is a fatal condition in which the heart stops beating suddenly due to an electrical force disorder in the heart muscle, so that the heart cannot beat normally and trigger arrhythmias.
People with a family history of heart problems or high cholesterol have a higher risk of experiencing cardiac arrest. Technically, getting a cardiac arrest means you can't do anything except ask for help. Therefore, adjust to the right training session and also get approval from the doctor. Always be aware of your body's abilities and don't try to surpass them.
At most times, running sports is a moment of peace where you can relax, think about life, know yourself better, and prepare for the coming days filled with busyness. Everything will be fine as long as you follow a general running procedure such as stretching, warming up properly, or slowly adjusting to your desired running speed. However, when you experience a bad event, all you can do is stay calm, assess the situation, and deal with it appropriately.
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