Running Stretches for Back Muscles

Back Power

These six moves will keep the muscles along your spine flexible and strong and help prevent running injuries
By Laurel Leicht runnersworld
 

Hips

Back Power // woman performing leg lifts and hip flexor stretch © Mitch Mandel

Image: Mitch Mandel

Key Function
The hips help drive us forward and stabilize our landing while preventing excess side-to-side motion that could strain the back and cause leg injuries.

Quick Fixes
Leg Lifts: Lift your top leg up, lower, repeat 12 to 15 times each leg.
Kneeling Hip-Flexor Stretch: Lunge, keep upper body straight, front knee behind toes, and push hips forward. Hold 30 seconds each side.

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