Running is one of the most energy-intensive forms of exercise that can burn through your calories. Most runners train constantly with the aim of improving their performance – getting faster and going further. From the musculoskeletal perspective, what makes a more efficient runner? And do hacks like using a resistance band between your feet work? We find out from consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh.



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Running is one of the most energy-intensive forms of exercise that can burn through your calories. Most runners train constantly with the aim of improving their performance &ndash; getting faster and going further. From the musculoskeletal perspective, what makes a more efficient runner? And do <a href="https://www.news.ucsb.edu/2019/019660/fun-run">hacks</a> like using a resistance band between your feet work? We find out from consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr Rajesh Singh.

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