Hello and

welcome to the Runners Connect audio blog.

This is Coach Claire Barth-Th Bartholich and today I am reading eight challenges

to increasing mileage. How to safely get to the next level written by Matt

Phillips.

Increasing your weekly running mileage from say 10 miles to 20 can present itself a series of challenges and potential pitfalls, but stepping into the world of 60 to 100

running miles a week can be a whole new ballgame.

Though we all probably know someone who can happily run as much as they want whenever they want without becoming injured,

the risk of running injuries increases substantially once we entered the higher mileage and frequency end of the spectrum.

Studies show that in 60% to 70% of running-related injuries,

increasing running mileage too quickly is a key factor.

Our friend, Brad Beer, author of You Can Run Pain Free, agrees with

us about this one. So what is the secret to increasing weekly run mileage safely.

Want to find out how to run more miles without falling prey to injury?

Let's find out.

How do I know what mileage my body can handle?

When it comes to reducing the risk How do I know what mileage my body can handle?

When it comes to reducing the risk of running related injury,

it's important to bear in mind that although passion and desire

can get you a long way, your body does have its thresholds.

Most running injuries can be regarded as a sign that you have pushed your body beyond its thresholds.

It therefore makes sense that in order to reduce risk of injury, you need to be aware and monitor the weekly load.

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