If the Country Music Marathon got you motivated to run more or to try a 5K this spring, be sure that in your off days, you are are training those supporting muscles not only for strength but also to reduce injury.  Ever had a stress fracture?  Those will often occur due to added stress put on your body during that forward motion of running by not easing into it and by not strength training  your muscles.
Dr. Mark Greenburg states, “Performing the same movement over and over when you run leads to the over development of certain muscle groups. A runner endures constant impact while running and their quadriceps become more developed than the hamstrings and the low back becomes stronger than the core. The force of each step travels up from the legs to the lower back and thorax.”
When asked about how Studio Novo,which offers the Lagree method, helps runners, Dr. Greenburg, goes on to say.
“Runners will often develop unilateral weaknesses which can result in injury. Lagree Fitness training improves running form by developing strength in the smaller supporting muscles in all planes, not just muscles used for forward propulsion. Lagree Fitness accomplishes this by lengthening, strengthening, and leaning out the body. That equates to more flexibility and strength without bulk. By developing the stabilizing muscles and building a stronger running support system throughout the body, you will protect the knees, hips, and low back, reducing your chance of injury and improve power during intense running effort. Weak abdominal and gluteus muscles lead to breaks in form. Retraining and strengthening the muscles of the core to work synergistically, will improve running efficiency and speed recovery.”
Even if you are not a runner and just looking to get into shape this spring. Â Give Studio Novo a try, first class is always FREE. Â See why the LA fitness trend is now the Nashville fitness trend that has everyone addicted to short time class that gives great results. Â Studio Novo is located on Carothers Parkway in Franklin. Â Book your first class at Studio Novo Nashville.
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