Tag: marathon risks

How To Avoid Sudden Deaths During a Marathon

It is perplexing to know that a young, well-trained athlete could suddenly die during a marathon. Such tragic incident devastates the family and the whole community. As a matter of fact, sports itself is not a cause of enhanced mortality but it can trigger sudden death in runners with...

Marathons, Ultramarathons and Heart Damage: What’s the score?

Our loved ones are often concerned about us running a full marathon or an ultramarathon.  This is especially true if you are above 50 years old.  They often question if our heart can handle the pressure. A series of reports were presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC)...