5-minute Dynamic Warm-Up to Run/Walk Strong

Whether you’re a runner, walker, or a run/walker, getting some basic stretches before and after is a must!  A good stretch not only feels good but it also lowers your risk for an injury.   

Before we run, we want to warm up our muscles and prepare them for what’s ahead.  Try and hold each exercise for as long as you can (30 seconds). 

• Lunge
• Knee Tuck 
• Quadriceps stretch
• Straight-Leg Calf Stretch
• Standing Figure Four Hip Stretch 
• Posterior Shoulder Stretch 

Welcome to the finish line!  Now that your muscles have been warmed up, let’s bring our heart rate, body temperature, and blood pressure back down by completing these recovery stretches:

• Quadriceps Stretch
• Hamstring Stretch
• Hip Rotators
• Standing Figure Four Hip Stretch

And now you’re done..nice work!  Don’t forget to hydrate!