Strength Training May Reduce Running Injuries
Filed Under: Running · Strength Training
Filed Under: Running · Strength Training
According to a recent study, weakness in the hips may lead to lower body injuries in runners.
A recent article in Reuters reported that weakness in these muscles that provide stability for the hips contributes to some of the overuse injuries that are commonly seen.
The muscles of the hip are important for stabilizing the hip and controlling movement of the leg. The result of this weakness is inefficient movement, that may increase runners’ risk of injury.
Strengthening the hip can be done in positions that work on single leg or split stance, for maximum carryover. One way to do this is with the Power Plate split squat position.
This exercise helps activate all the muscles of the hips, working on stability. You could then go right to a dynamic exercise such as the split squat or dynamic lunges.
If you don’t have access to a vibration platform, you can combine the split squat with stepups and/or lunges. You can use dumbbells or sandbags for resistance when you have mastered these with your own bodyweight.
Lateral movements with bands attached around the ankles can be used to help activate these muscles. To read the article that contained this study, click here.
Brian Morgan
