Organized runs are a growing activity in Toronto that promote staying active and making healthy choices. Dr. Richard Bowry,
Chief of Anesthesia at North York General Hospital, is an avid
runner who has participated in a variety of events including the Boston
Marathon, Coast2Coast (50 miles) across Panama, and the TransRockies
(120 miles over six days). This fall he will be running the Scotiabank
Toronto Waterfront Marathon in support of North York General.
As a physician and running enthusiast, Dr. Bowry shares three things every runner should know to stay safe.
As a physician and running enthusiast, Dr. Bowry shares three things every runner should know to stay safe.
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Drink water. Hydration is key to good performance, especially if you are running outdoors on a hot or humid day. Drink water when you get thirsty and limit your intake to between 400 and 800 millilitres per hour to avoid over hydration. While there are several types of sports drink available, water is the best option.
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Listen to your body. As you slowly pick up your training, it is normal to experience aches and pains as your body adapts. If they are not getting better after resting for 48 hours, it may be time to get advice from a sports physiotherapist, chiropractor or your family doctor.
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Find the right shoes. To avoid blisters and black toenails, ensure there is plenty of room to allow your foot to widen and lengthen while running. A comfortable lightweight shoe will last many kilometres. Consider replacing shoes when they show signs of wear and loss of cushioning.
On October 19, North York General Hospital will have a team that
will participate in the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon by
walking or running the 5K, half-marathon or full marathon. Learn more
about how you can join the team or support North York General Hospital
by visiting www.runwithnygh.blogspot.com.
DISCLAIMER: The thoughts and opinions expressed here are those of the individual contributor(s) alone and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Hospital, the Foundation, or staff, physicians and volunteers of the organizations.
DISCLAIMER: The thoughts and opinions expressed here are those of the individual contributor(s) alone and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Hospital, the Foundation, or staff, physicians and volunteers of the organizations.
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