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First, there are so many variables. Genetics, equipment, distances, terrain.
A New York Times article dispelled the theory that runners have increased knee issues over non-runners - of course the article can be debated and refuted.
For me at 52 yrs - running is one of my necessities.
I get running injuries ( though it may be aggravated or caused by heavy squats ) and my observational theory is that using minimalistic shoes gave me my worst injury.
Anyway at 52 no back or hip issues, been running since age 18. In 05, 06, 07 ran a yearly marathon without training. Still do twelve mile runs. Run through cold winters. Run very steep hills and down deep descents.
Experienced plantar fasciitis, and some torn cartilage - though some damages may have been started by semi-competitive bicycle road racing in the eighties.
Anyway, use good shoes, aim for flat terrain, never increase long runs more then 2 of 3 % from previous long run.
Take a consecutive two week break once or twice a year.
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