Vraag 2 | Can you run too fast for a marathon? (Dutch spoken)
Running is on the rise worldwide, fuelled in part by the enthusiasm of so-called ‘runfluencers’. The result: an increasing run on marathon start tickets. But with rising temperatures and increasing numbers of untrained runners on the course, sports doctors are warning of serious risks. The question: can you run too fast for a marathon? Listen to sports physician Guus Reurink in Vraag 2 on Spotify.
In the latest episode of Vraag 2, editor Jip Koene pays a visit to sports physician Guus Reurink at Amsterdam UMC. In addition to his work at the hospital, he also provides sports medicine for the Ajax youth. With the increased popularity of marathon running, Reurink sees a logical rise in the number of incidents and health problems on the track.
“Running is a really fun and accessible way to be active,” says Reurink. “The marathon, but also shorter distances, are great goals for many people to keep fit.”
But all these new beginning runners also bring a downside, observes Reurink. “We see that one in three novice runners face injuries, such as to the Achilles tendon, hamstring or knee, often due to incorrect preparation. Also buttock problems are common running injuries,” says Reurink. “Or more serious: heart problems, and more topically, heat stroke.”
Listen to the full story on Spotify.
Production & presentation: Jip Koene
Final editor: Irene Schoenmacker
Music: Paolo Argento
