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Experts Warn: Poor Footwear and Fatigue Cause Injuries

1/12/2026

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Dr. Alex Dinsdale of Leeds Beckett University says injuries stem from poor footwear, fatigue, limited range of motion, and weak muscles.
Static stretching reduces muscle force by about 5%; dynamic stretching increases capacity without substantially increasing range.
Dinsdale recommends warming up with light movements, then dynamic stretches and powerful moves to activate the neuromuscular system.
He highlights "assistance training" through dedicated strength work and static stretching to improve overall performance.

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Dr. Alex Dinsdale of Leeds Beckett University says injuries stem from poor footwear, fatigue, limited range of motion, and weak muscles.
Static stretching reduces muscle force by about 5%; dynamic stretching increases capacity without substantially increasing range.
Dinsdale recommends warming up with light movements, then dynamic stretches and powerful moves to activate the neuromuscular system.
He highlights "assistance training" through dedicated strength work and static stretching to improve overall performance.