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Training

 Dr. Nilesh Shah, M.D.
• Medical Director for Summa Center for Sports Health and the Road Runner Akron Marathon
• Member of the Vertical Runner Racing Team

Click on the links below for training tips provided by Dr. Shah:

Morning of the Race Tips
 
During the Race Tips
 
After the Race Tips
 
Lower Leg Syndrome
 
Common Running Injuries
Choosing the Right Running Shoe
See video below:
http://www.summahealth.org/common/templates/contentindex.asp?ID=17022
http://www.summahealth.org/common/templates/contentindex.asp?ID=17020
http://www.summahealth.org/common/templates/contentindex.asp?ID=15295
http://www.summahealth.org/common/templates/contentindex.asp?ID=17025
 
Blister Care for Runners
 
Marathon Medical Aid Station Fact Sheet
 
 
 

 





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