In spite of precautions, injuries happen. According to the Cleveland Clinic, roughly 60 percent of runners experience an injury severe enough to bench them for a bit. If you do get injured, it’s important to stop running immediately and see a doctor. Don’t run again until you’re completely healed and you get an “okay” from your doctor. Your doctor may recommend switching for a time to a low-impact workout like swimming, so that you don’t aggravate the injury further.
