Running Injuries and Their Prevalence

Background

• Up to 79% of all runners are injured every year. --Stephen Messier
• One of the most impactful sports there is.
• Injuries range from the foot, the back, the knee, etc.
• Once you get an injury, chance of reoccurrence is high.

Why does it matter?

• Running is one of the most popular sports out there.
• It's important to create a space where all of the information can be found.
• It's necessary to inform the public about how to protect their well-being and prevent injury.

Who cares?

• 54,188,000 people running/jogging at least once a year (2013 SFIA survey)
• People that live an active lifestyle and care about their health.
• People who may want to switch over to running from another sport.

Multimedia Components

• Video tutorials
• Charts displaying types of injuries
• Animations of foot striking
• Check-list of how to prevent injury

Any questions?