Runners! Here's how your stiff spine effects your landing!
Runners! Try this mobility test for spine extension.
Step 1: lay completely flat on your stomach.
Step 2: fully straighten the elbows while keeping the hip bones on the floor
If you have a nice uniform curve throughout the spine (think of a soft concave curve), then congratulations...you have great spine extension for running! But if you find the hip bones come up OR you feel pinching or pain in the back, OR present with a straight spine and hinging at the low back, you may be lacking some important spinal mobility. Watch our video to understand why
If you want more insight on how mobility with effect your running mechanics, then join us this Saturday for our newest running seminar:
Mobility Matters: Vital Motions for Runners
When: Saturday May 6th, 2023 @ 12:00PM - 1:00PM approximately
Location: EHP Performance, 1400 25th St. S, Moorhead MN 56560
Participants will receive a running headband
Class price: $20 per person
ONLY 9 seats left!
Click the link below to grab your seat before the seminar is filled. Choose the 12:00 time spot on May 6th and follow the rest of the directions to continue registration. Hope to see you soon
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