TRY THIS WARMUP ROUTINE BEFORE YOUR NEXT RUN

Are you trying to get back out running now that the weather is warming up?

We all know we should warm up before we run... But it's so easy not to. I won't say I haven't done this. Maybe you walk for a block or two then start running. Maybe you do a couple squats, touch your toes, jump up and down, then go. Or maybe you run out your front door and just keep on going. There is a better way...

A short but purposeful warmup increases power and strength, reduces risk of injury, and decreases perceived effort during exercise. Pay up front, work harder, run longer, feel better. It's worth it.

Try this routine instead (takes approx 10mins):

1. Elephant walk x10/side

2. Hip CARs x5/side

3. World's greatest stretch x5/side

4. Leg swings

   1. Forward and backward x10/side

   2. Side to side x10/side
      

5. Running progression

   1. 25m A-march, walk back

   2. 25m slow jog, walk back

   3. 25m fast jog, walk back

   4. 25m sprint, walk back

Now you're ready to run!

Give this routine a try and let me know how it goes for you. Reach out to me if you have any questions!