|
| Problem staying erect... (Read 785 times) |
| view log Running Dad |
posted: 6/5/2008 at 4:58 PM |
I knew that would get you. Pervs... no seriously here's my question. Anytime I'm running I always feel like I'm leaning forward way to much. I try to keep my body straight and inline but I just don't feel like it's working. Any tips tricks or hints?
Thanks! |
Things to do this year:
Beaufort Road Race 5K 07.19.08 -- 25:40
Twin Bridges 8K 10.04.08
First Carolina State Bank Half-Marathon 11.22.08
|
|
|
| view log Girl On The Run |
posted: 6/5/2008 at 5:04 PM |
| Ab work is good stuff. When mine are weak I definitely feel it by the end of a longer run. I start feeling like I'm not able to stay upright...and then the wheels fall off. |
Kirsten . . . --> GIRLS GIRLS GIRLS <--
• Ladies Locker Room •
.: 2008 Goals :.
• Run 1500 miles
• October 5 - 1st marathon - Milwaukee Lakefront - in my home state of WI
• PRs: 5k ~ 15k ~ 25k |
|
|
| view log Run, Bunny, Run |
posted: 6/5/2008 at 5:18 PM |
| I definitely have that same issue. I think the key, in addition to building up your abs, is to be aware during your run and if you catch yourself leaning forward too much straighten up and correct it. I've found that any kind of form of correction takes time to perfect and also an awareness of it during your runs. Ya know what I mean? |
| Goals for 2008:
Run sub 2 hour HM
Run 4:30 Marathon
Run more often with Crabby and JJ |
|
|
| view log Blaine Moore |
posted: 6/5/2008 at 5:18 PM |
I wouldn't worry about it.
Like Zoom said, though, building up some core strength might help. I also recommend building up some strength in your back.
The solution to most posture problems is a good workout program. Try doing some squats and deadlifts - they'll give you the most bang for your workout-buck. |
Run to Win
I just started using Twitter - anybody else on there? http://twitter.com/BlaineMoore
Saturday, 9/6, I'll be interviewing a man who has only lost 1 minute off his 5K time in 30 years:
http://www.runtowin.com/ask/Tom-Ryan.html - Sign up for the call in details and to have your own questions answered! |
|
|
| view log Playmaker / nemesis |
posted: 6/5/2008 at 5:19 PM |
| I think in general, the best remedy is to do core-strengthening exercises. |
20th Century: 800m: 2:04 |1600m: 4:37 |3200m: 10:06 |5k: 16:23 |10k: 35:38 |15k: 54:20 |25k: 1:35:59
21st Century: 5k: 19:42 |10k: 43:00
What are you doing? |
|
|
| view log |
posted: 6/5/2008 at 5:24 PM |
Despite my 'handle' I try to incline slightly only from the ankles!
I find that tilting my butt under and forward straightens out my form when running. Think of the thrust you make during....well you know.....anyway, ...it keeps you more upright and not leaning from the hips. 
|
| The long run puts the tiger in the cat, but if the cat's not strong enough the tiger just eats the cat and shits out a dead runner. - some random runner |
|
|
| view log Playmaker / nemesis |
posted: 6/5/2008 at 5:26 PM |
| Quote from Ileneforward on 6/5/2008 at 5:24 PM: Think of the thrust you make during....well you know.
No, I don't know. Please explain.
|
20th Century: 800m: 2:04 |1600m: 4:37 |3200m: 10:06 |5k: 16:23 |10k: 35:38 |15k: 54:20 |25k: 1:35:59
21st Century: 5k: 19:42 |10k: 43:00
What are you doing? |
|
|
| view log |
posted: 6/5/2008 at 5:27 PM |
| Ditto what Kirsten said. Core work is important. I also do low back work at the gym - deadlifts, stiff-legged deadlifts, and reverse hyperextensions. Overall back strengthening is important too - dumbell rows or bent rows are some good exercises. I've had shoulder problems and it was always a result of muscle imbalance. The back strengthening pulls the shoulder muscles, rear delts back and improves balance and posture. I also learned to squeeze my shoulder blades together when bench pressing. Makes for a nice stable platform to press from and keeps the shoulders in a neutral position. I find that the upper body strength training and core work really helps my posture and keeps me out of the PT's office. I'm hunched over a keyboard all day at work. Other than that, basic stuff like keeping your eyes focused straight ahead rather than down at the ground will keep your head up and consequently keep you more upright. |
Goal: drop from 186lb to 165lbs
Goal: drop from 168lb to 160lbs
Current weight: 168lbs
2008 Running goals:
runing pain free
59:59 in trhe Charles Rivah Run (7.5 miles) Actual: 58:21
1:59:59 1:50:00 in the BAA Half Marathon
|
|
|
| view log Log Stalker |
posted: 6/6/2008 at 1:44 AM |
Quote from Ileneforward on 6/5/2008 at 5:24 PM:Despite my 'handle' I try to incline slightly only from the ankles! I find that tilting my butt under and forward straightens out my form when running. Think of the thrust you make during....well you know.....anyway, ...it keeps you more upright and not leaning from the hips.
Damn.
Just.
Damn.
You've just ruined my next few workouts...  |
|
|
|
| view log Funky Monkey |
posted: 6/6/2008 at 2:14 AM |
Why do you think it necessary to be upright?
This is YOUR body's natural running position.
Er, run with it. |
| It's all fun and games until the flying monkeys attack. |
|
|
| view log Running Dad |
posted: 6/6/2008 at 2:43 AM |
| I've just read everywhere and seen alot of people run more upright. Everything says that a lean is bad form but I guess you're right. It is how I run. I dunno. I'm working on it, and maybe I just shouldn't worry. |
Things to do this year:
Beaufort Road Race 5K 07.19.08 -- 25:40
Twin Bridges 8K 10.04.08
First Carolina State Bank Half-Marathon 11.22.08
|
|
|
| view log Log Stalker |
posted: 6/6/2008 at 2:46 AM |
Quote from zoom-zoom on 6/6/2008 at 2:00 AM:Workouts or shorts...? 
Perhaps both. I plead the 5th. |
|
|
Carps10 view log |
posted: 6/6/2008 at 3:07 AM |
| alright i think you're a little confused. when you see really good runners, they have a slight forward lean. this is because of the way their feet strike the ground and it really just happens at the ankles....never bend at the waist. it doesn't even take a lot of core strength, it just takes an understanding of running form. |
|
|
| view log Ultra Lite |
posted: 6/6/2008 at 11:52 AM |
Quote from Ileneforward on 6/5/2008 at 5:24 PM:I find that tilting my butt under and forward straightens out my form when running. Think of the thrust you make during....well you know.....anyway, ..
No problem staying erect here.... 
|
| 24hrs 100miles £10,000 |
|
|
|
