Monday, May 31, 2010

Exercises for Running Part 2

Today's running exercise is one that works the legs and the core. It's the lunge with a twist. First start with the lunge - toes facing straight ahead. Once you're in the lunge position, the slowly twist to a 90 degree rotation. Maintain good posture throughout so you don't injure the back. If you're turning to the right, the left shoulder should end up pointing in the same direction as the feet.

The lunge with a twist actually mimics the running posture. As you run and your left foot is forward, the right arm is forward which twists the torso just slightly.

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