Sheer Drive #6: Running Fundamentals

Many runners tend to develop hip, knee, or back problems due to inefficient biomechanics. This workout is a quick workout that can and should be performed by running athletes and athletes of any other sport that requires an athlete to utilize both legs. I suggest 2-3x per before any running program.

3 set of 15 repetitions for all exercises per leg.

Single Leg Squat
Single Leg Deadlift
Side Lying Leg Raise
Side Lying Leg Circles

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1) Be sure to keep your back straight during the squat. Try to keep the knee aligned straight over your foot, keeping it from collapsing inward.
2) Keep your back as straight as possible during the deadlift. Bend over to the point right before your back needs to curl over. You should feel a stretching sensation in the back of the hamstring then stand as tall as possible as shown in the video.
3)Lay as straight as possible keeping your abs braced. Lengthen your top leg further than your bottom leg. Be sure to engage your glutes pushing your hips forward as you lift your leg upward. If your leg goes higher than in the video, then you are likely not pushing your hips forward enough. Pushing your hips forward will limit the height your leg will rise.

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• running
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• marathon
• half
• triathlon
• sprinting
• gait
• improvement
• hip
• strength
• stability
• knee
• leg
• triathlete