Hip flexion plays a vital role in efficient running, making up essential dynamics along with hip extension. While traditional training focuses on mid to end ranges, this article emphasizes the necessity of strengthening hip flexors in the early range right after push-off. Identifying optimal resistance types, body positioning, and resistance quality is crucial. Effective early-range hip flexor strength enhances running cadence, improves glute push-off, and optimizes foot strike, presenting a comprehensive approach to running biomechanics that can transform performance for distance runners.
According to the world's best running stride coaches, the key range to develop a powerful hip flexion action is at the beginning range, when your leg is stretched back behind you, at the hip position just after push-off.
Most hip flexor and abdominal/core stability exercises only strengthen the anterior hip and trunk muscles in the middle or end ranges, missing crucial early-range strength.
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