Running Tips: Workouts, Gear, and Training for Speed

Training for a 5k or 10k requires a mix of specific strength workouts and proper pre-run stretches to increase your speed. Discover how to find the best running shoes for your foot type and why joining a running club can transform your performance.

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Bruising of Legs After Running

Extreme exertion from running can cause bruises on the legs. Bruises result from broken blood vessels that bleed into the tissue under the skin. After blood vessels break, the clots of blood remain under the skin, leaving a reddish-purple mark that the body removes through a series of chemical reactions.

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