Remember when your parents used to nag you to stand tall and not to slouch? Yep… they were right. And it’s affecting how you run. With sports and everyday activities, your posture is one of the most important elements that determines success and performance. It is essential to have good posture not just for performance, but for your health as well. In this week’s discussion, we’ll take this concept and apply it to running.

There are many reasons why people get injured while running. It could be that they didn’t warm up properly or stretch afterwards. It could also be a result of ramping up mileage too quickly or performing speed work without proper conditioning. However, many studies indicate the number one cause of running injuries is improper running form.

Running is a Skill

Click here to read full article >

About the Author: Julia and Patrick are on a mission to empower athletes to live a happier and healthier lifestyle.  Visit their store at Rehoboth Beach, DE