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My it band and hamstring are really tight and hurt when i run.
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Stretch: It is important to work on stretching prior to running. Cross training by varying exercise types is helpful as well.
Answered 4/6/2013
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Stretch: Therapy, aggressive stretching, look for shoe inserts for your arch type.
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