I hope everyones training is going well. Remember the first couple of weeks are always the hardest so don't give up! I have decided that during the week I will post helpful tips for our 5k success. So, here we go...
Tip #1- Stretch
Flexibility is an important component of fitness, and exercise tends to increase the amount of flexibility in a joint. Flexibility is also specific to the type of movement needed for a sport, so it is more important for some sports than others. Runners should focus on the the hip flexors and the hamstrings. The following stretch is ideal for these muscles. Start in a lunge position, with one leg back and one leg forward. Straighten the back leg to stretch the hip flexors. Return to the starting position, then straighten the front leg to stretch the hamstrings. Hold each stretch about 15 seconds.
So, dont forget to stretch! For more information on stretching visit here.
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