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Injury-proof your body: Thighs & Hips (Preview)
By Ted Spiker on 08/06/2007 11:28:18
The powerhouse muscles of our hips and thighs drive us forward, ensure we land safely and help keep our knees and feet in good working order. Here's how to make sure they stay healthy (non-subscriber preview)
’ll develop an appreciation for the demands on your hamstrings (which power you up) and quadriceps (which steady you down). Three muscles make up the hamstring, which runs down the back of the thigh, bends the knee and extends the leg at the hip
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Injury-proof your body: Thighs & Hips
By Ted Spiker on 08/06/2007 10:39:47
The powerhouse muscles of our hips and thighs drive us forward, ensure we land safely and help keep our knees and feet in good working order. Here's how to make sure they stay healthy
’ll develop an appreciation for the demands on your hamstrings (which power you up) and quadriceps (which steady you down). Three muscles make up the hamstring, which runs down the back of the thigh, bends the knee and extends the leg at the hip
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Injury-proof your body: calves and shins
By Ted Spiker on 01/05/2007 14:26:20
The calf and shin are pretty simple structures, but their health is key to your running. here's how to take care of yours
to strengthen and stretch, they tend to focus on the bigger leg muscles – the hamstrings, quadriceps, glutes – but may neglect the smaller muscles of the lower legs. All runners will benefit by working these moves into their routines, but if you’re currently
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Injury-proof your body: calves and shins (Preview)
By Ted Spiker on 30/04/2007 14:51:29
The calf and shin are pretty simple structures, but their health is key to your running. here's how to take care of yours (Non-subscriber preview)
, they tend to focus on the bigger leg muscles – the hamstrings, quadriceps, glutes – but may neglect the smaller muscles of the lower legs. All runners will benefit by working these moves into their routines, but if you’re currently experiencing any lower
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Injury-proof your body: Feet and Ankles (Preview)
By Ted Spiker on 28/06/2007 15:47:23
Making sure your feet and ankles stay healthy, strong and stable not only prevents injuries but also keeps your legs, hips and core running smoothly (non-subscriber preview)
You might be able to run through a tight hamstring or a sore quad, but an injured foot or ankle usually puts the brakes on a session – and can ruin your entire training season. Our feet and ankles, after all, are the foundation of our sport. When
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Injury-proof your body: Feet and Ankles
By Ted Spiker on 28/06/2007 15:01:55
Making sure your feet and ankles stay healthy, strong and stable not only prevents injuries but also keeps your legs, hips and core running smoothly
You might be able to run through a tight hamstring or a sore quad, but an injured foot or ankle usually puts the brakes on a session – and can ruin your entire training season. Our feet and ankles, after all, are the foundation of our sport. When
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