This Hip Mobility Routine Is Not for the Faint of Heart

Are you ready to be humbled and push your running forward?

David Liira, Kin.
Runner's Life

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If you struggle with tight, cranky hips, listen up. You’re not anatomically cursed. You don’t need to stretch for hours on end to get the relief you’re looking for. You can put the braces and painkillers away because there’s a method that’s far more effective and sustainable. A method that will not only help your running gait feel more efficient and powerful, but also prevent nagging injuries that hold so many back.

I’m talking about active mobility. This practice challenges the deepest tissues which we tend to ignore. Active mobility does not only make you more flexible, but it also fosters strength in these deep positions so you’re bulletproof from injuries and setbacks. I’ve said this before but just think of this as introducing flossing after years of leaving your teeth to rot. It feels good, it’s easy, and you’ll kick yourself for not doing it sooner.

While there are hundreds of ways to challenge your active mobility as a runner, I want to dive into three positions that will be most beneficial to the demands of this sport. The best part is that this training is accessible to virtually everyone. You don’t need fancy equipment or an advanced fitness level to do this. If you’ve got a few minutes per…

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David Liira, Kin.
Runner's Life

Kinesiologist. Writing on health and the human condition. Clap and I clap back. https://www.davidliirakin.com