Running is a great way to exercise and more and more athletes are taking to the sidewalks and streets to get in a good run as the weather warms.

Running is an excellent exercise for weight loss, cardiovascular and lung health, and is a great way to compete in athletics regardless of age.

According to the Lansing State Journal, Amy Worthing is a physician assistant who specializes in sports medicine at McLaren Greater Lansing's Mid-Michigan Physicians Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

Amy sees lots of athletes with running related injuries and helps them stay healthy through the running season by advising how to minimize their risk of injury.

Please click on the above link and check out the four things that can help everyone stay healthy while running.

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