Running-related injuries in middle school cross-country runners: Prevalence and characteristics of common injuries.

Alexander C WuMitchell J RauhStephanie DeLucaMargo LewisKathryn E AckermanMichelle T BarrackBryan HeiderscheitBrian J KrabakWilliam O RobertsAdam S Tenforde

Published in: PM & R : the journal of injury, function, and rehabilitation (2021)

Most middle school runners reported a history of running-related injuries and certain injuries differing by gender. Modifiable factors with the greatest association with running-related injuries included training volume, dietary restraint, skipping meals, and less sleep. Sport sampling, including participation in ball sports, may reduce running-related injury risk in this population.

Keyphrases

physical activity
high intensity
mental health
depressive symptoms
sleep quality
drug induced