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Category Archive: Nathan’s Training Tips
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Ease into Track Training
Welcome to Spring 2013! Finally. If you are like me, there were times when winter seemed to go on forever. I witnessed many of you braving the harsh conditions and training for spring races. We each spent runs slogging through the slush and snow in an effort to be our best for race day. The …
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Nathan’s Training Tips: Back Extension aka “Superman”
Here is an exercise that will help you increase the strength of the muscles along your posterior chain which includes the muscles of the gluteus and lower back. Strengthening these muscles will help you to run upright and increase your leg power during the strike phase of your stride. To perform the exercise simply lie …
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Nathan’s Training Tips: Step Downs
This exercise is called a step down and is a great strength builder for the muscles supporting the knee. Building strength in the muscles of the quadriceps helps take stress off the hip, i.e. I.T. Band Syndrome.
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Nathan’s Training Tips: Bridges
Here is an exercise that will help you develop the muscles of your gluteus as well as the muscles in your abdomen. Strength in your gluteus and abdomen contribute to strong running. Start by lying on your back, knees up and feet flat on the floor. Then lift your hips and squeeze your gluteus muscles as …
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Preparing for the Summer
Are you ready for training (and possibly racing) during the warmer months? I hope so, but if you’re not feeling ready, here are some things you can do now to help prepare you for more activity, and possibly racing, over the summer months.
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Training with Nathan: Russian Hamstring
Here is an exercise that will help you develop the muscles of your posterior including your gluteus, hamstring, lower and upper back as well as your arms. Many runners neglect developing the muscles of their backsides which doesn’t allow them to become the best runner they could be. The Russian Hamstring exercise is an exercise …
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Training With Nathan: Single Leg Running Squats
Here is an advanced exercise that is excellent for building strength in the muscles of gluteus, quadriceps and hamstrings while increasing the range of motion in your Achilles.
To perform the single leg runner squat, hold your arms at a 45 degree angle (running arms) and coordinate your arm motion with your leg motion. So, …
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Yoga for Athletes: Mondays at 7PM
Yoga for Athletes is happening every Monday night at 7:00 PM at Sacred Rivers Yoga, led by our friend Pamela Besteman. Classes last one hour.
Special offer for Glastonbury River Runners: $50 for five sessions.
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Training with Nathan: V-Sits
Here is a challenging exercise that will strengthen the muscles of your abdomen while stretching and lengthening the muscles of the hamstring and lower back.
To perform the V-Sit:
Start by lying on your back. Slowly raise your legs and your upper body at the same time. Your arms and hands will reach for your …
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Training With Nathan: Lunge Stretch
By Nathan Cropper
Here is a stretch that is invaluable for runners. It is called the lunge stretch. This stretch is simple, yet effective and you may find it challenging. This stretch will help you add flexibility and mobility to your front hip flexors and the muscles of the quadriceps.
Start from a kneeling position …
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Training with Nathan: Donkey Whip
Here is an exercise that is as challenging as it is simple. It is called the Donkey Whip. Donkey Whips will help you develop your hip mobility, glute strength and low back stability.
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