Top Hip Exercises for Runners
Consistent hip strength training is one of the best practices for preventing injuries with running.
You may be wondering which hip exercises are best to include in your routine…and if so, you’re in luck!
YOU GET A HIP EXERCISE! YOU GET A HIP EXERCISE!! AND YOU GET A HIP EXERCISE!
There are 3 types of hip exercise that all runners need in their strength training program. Let’s go over the top 3 and I’ll include an example at the end!
Hip Extension - This targets your hips ability to propel your body forward when running. Why is this so important? It improves power with hills, evens out stride and helps with prevention of Achilles tendinitis, low back pain and runners knee.
Lateral Movements - This targets the side-to-side muscles in the body and helps with prevention of IT Band syndrome, knee pain and arch pain.
Hip Rotation - This targets the muscles in the hip that help your joint to stay loose and fluid. Training this consistently helps with prevention of meniscus-related knee pain, plantar fasciitis, and hip pain.
Below is an example of Type 1 and how you can work on this at home!
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