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RW's Deeper Stretches
By Runner's World on 25/06/2002 17:21:33
If you're comfortable with the basic stretches, try these more advanced alternatives
lean back to increase the stretch in the front of your thigh. Take care if you have ankle problems, and stay tall in your upper body to avoid compressing your lower back. 2. Bent-leg standing hamstrings stretchBe thoroughly warmed up before you attempt
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The RW Complete Guide To Stretching
By Runner's World on 25/06/2002 16:38:43
Just for runners: an eight-stretch routine, a three-minute routine, and some advanced alternatives for real stretch-lovers
. 1. Lying hamstring stretch with cordKeep your upper body relaxed and both legs straight as you pull one leg towards you. A variation: lying as before, bend the upper knee in towards your chest. Holding the cord around the foot of the bent leg, push
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RW's Whole-Body Stretches
By Runner's World on 25/06/2002 17:25:36
How to stretch more than one muscle group at once
and feet. Stretches your hamstrings, calves, Achilles tendons, back and shoulders. 2. Lying spinal twistStart on your back with both legs straight. Hug your right knee in towards your chest, and hook your right foot behind your left knee. Then roll to your
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Fast Abs (Preview)
By Alyssa Shaffer on 26/02/2009 13:05:26
Forget crunches. If you want to get faster, fitter and stronger, you need to train your core like a runner (non-subscriber preview)
's an investment that will pay dividends on the road. HARD CORE, HEALTHY RUNNERYour core is like a power plant. If it’s not working efficiently, you’ll waste energy, says Tim Hilden, a physical therapist, athletic trainer, and exercise physiologist, specialising
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Centre Of Attention
By Alyssa Shafer on 26/02/2009 12:38:15
A close look at the muscle groups that make up your core
on the pelvis. As you push off the ground, the glutes and hamstrings are engaged. 3. DownhillsWhen you're flying down a slope, you need strong gluteal muscles to help absorb the impact and counter the momentum of the forward motion. As fun as it may be to zoom
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Fast Abs
By Alyssa Shaffer on 26/02/2009 11:35:34
Forget crunches. If you want to get faster, fitter and stronger, you need to train your core like a runner
's an investment that will pay dividends on the road. HARD CORE, HEALTHY RUNNERYour core is like a power plant. If it’s not working efficiently, you’ll waste energy, says Tim Hilden, a physical therapist, athletic trainer, and exercise physiologist, specialising
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RW Guide To Healthy Feet
By Alison Hamlett on 05/10/2006 12:48:03
Keep on your toes and avoid frustrating foot faults
the pull is so great that a spur of bone forms under the heel. "Tight calves or hamstrings, overpronation and poor nutrition particularly a lack of vitamin C and omega-3 oils, which are important in ligament integrity may also contribute," he adds
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No Pain, All Gain (Preview)
By Christie Aschwanden on 30/03/2009 14:24:26
Prep your body and mind to handle anything your run can throw at it (non-subscriber preview)
my mileage and practised running above 14,000 feet, but still I'd limped home after aggravating an old Achilles injury. Today I was ready for a charmed third try. I was fit, healthy and confident of a top-10 finish. Maybe I'd even break three hours
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Beat Mid-Run Demons
By Ben Palfreyman on 08/07/2010 16:00:35
We all want to run and race at our best, but sometimes our bodies just won't co-operate. These tips will help you outwit some common mid-run troubles.
known stretch for the calves is to keep your heels on the ground, pull your toes up and try to reach your toes with your hands.For hamstring cramps, place the ankle of your cramping leg behind the opposite ankle. Stand firm on the front leg and push hard
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No Pain, All Gain
By Christie Aschwanden on 30/03/2009 14:24:56
Prep your body and mind to handle anything your run can throw at it
my mileage and practised running above 14,000 feet, but still I'd limped home after aggravating an old Achilles injury. Today I was ready for a charmed third try. I was fit, healthy and confident of a top-10 finish. Maybe I'd even break three hours
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