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A study published in PLOS One suggests running with a stroller may reduce overuse injuries. Researchers surveyed 196 stroller runners and 53 non-stroller runners. The stroller group reported fewer injuries, with a rate of 0.19 injuries per 1,000 miles compared to 0.42 for non-stroller runners.
The study's lead author, Allison Altman-Singles, suggests the stroller handlebar may change the load on the body. This may unweight the body slightly, redirecting some force through the stroller. However, more research is needed to understand the full impact on biomechanics. Read more culture coverage.
Stroller running recently made headlines with a record-breaking run. Ohio runner Stephen Biebelhausen completed a mile with his daughter in 4:17, faster than the current Guinness World Record. The performance is pending Guinness verification. Related: Idaho Runner Sets Guinness Record with 125 Shirts in Marathon.
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Researchers found stroller runners reported fewer overuse injuries. A study published in PLOS One suggests running with a stroller may reduce overuse injuries. Researchers surveyed 196 stroller runners and 53 non-stroller runners. The stroller group reported fewer injuries, with a rate of 0.19 injuries per 1,000 miles compared to 0.42 for non-stroller runners.
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Runner World published this brief on August 18, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated August 18, 2026.
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