5 Keys to Better Running
5 Keys to Better Running
1. Symmetrical biomechanics of your gait cycle
The effeciency of your stride and the amount of energy your body uses to complete each stride is directly related to symmetrical movement patterns. Each weight bearing joint must be in normal alignment and have full ranges of motion. Muscle groups must shorten and lengthen a the specific points through out the gait cycle. Repetitive stress placed on the anatomical structures of the body (bones, ligaments, tendon and muscles) lead to over-use injuries.
2. We are what we think and eat!
Your body is the greatest machine on earth! You must provide it with proper nutrition, hydration, exercise and rest for it to perform at its best. Positive results come from positive thinking. A positive state of mind is your best training partner.
3. Warming up and stretching
It is well documented that a 10-20 minute job is the best jump starter. It stimultes the nervous system, increases body temperature while increasing circulation. Studies have shown that dynamic stretching may be the most beneficial form of stretching. Begin with slow controlled movement patterns of the arms and legs taht move throughout ranges of motion. Increasing the speed and lengths of the ROM as the body adapts. This type of stretching also stimultes the nervous system, increase body temperature, and elongates muscles.
4. Cross training
Introducing cycling, pool running, weight training, swimming, running on different surfaces (trails, hllls, grass, sand) are important to make your body adapt to different movement patterns and stresses placed on joints. Running on the same side of the road (into traffic), flat surface (track) all provide the same type of continuous repetitive stresses that can lead to structural and muscular imbalances resulting in injury.
5. Support team
Even the world's greatest athletes use coaches and professional support teams that include doctors, trainers, psychiatrist, nutritionist, physical therapist to help maintain and improve athletic performance. Make sure they are qualified, have a proven track record in the treatment of sports related injuries, and understand your goals.
1. Symmetrical biomechanics of your gait cycle
The effeciency of your stride and the amount of energy your body uses to complete each stride is directly related to symmetrical movement patterns. Each weight bearing joint must be in normal alignment and have full ranges of motion. Muscle groups must shorten and lengthen a the specific points through out the gait cycle. Repetitive stress placed on the anatomical structures of the body (bones, ligaments, tendon and muscles) lead to over-use injuries.
2. We are what we think and eat!
Your body is the greatest machine on earth! You must provide it with proper nutrition, hydration, exercise and rest for it to perform at its best. Positive results come from positive thinking. A positive state of mind is your best training partner.
3. Warming up and stretching
It is well documented that a 10-20 minute job is the best jump starter. It stimultes the nervous system, increases body temperature while increasing circulation. Studies have shown that dynamic stretching may be the most beneficial form of stretching. Begin with slow controlled movement patterns of the arms and legs taht move throughout ranges of motion. Increasing the speed and lengths of the ROM as the body adapts. This type of stretching also stimultes the nervous system, increase body temperature, and elongates muscles.
4. Cross training
Introducing cycling, pool running, weight training, swimming, running on different surfaces (trails, hllls, grass, sand) are important to make your body adapt to different movement patterns and stresses placed on joints. Running on the same side of the road (into traffic), flat surface (track) all provide the same type of continuous repetitive stresses that can lead to structural and muscular imbalances resulting in injury.
5. Support team
Even the world's greatest athletes use coaches and professional support teams that include doctors, trainers, psychiatrist, nutritionist, physical therapist to help maintain and improve athletic performance. Make sure they are qualified, have a proven track record in the treatment of sports related injuries, and understand your goals.
