Runner’s Warm-Up
At a Glance
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Length: 10–15 minutes
Equipment: Yoga blocks, resistance band
Focus: Hip activation • Glute medius strength • Hip mobility • Pelvic stability • Running preparation
Best For: Runners of all distances, walkers returning to running, and anyone looking to improve running mechanics and reduce injury risk.
Why This Program Works
Many runners begin their runs with muscles that are stiff, underactive, or not communicating effectively. Rather than simply raising your heart rate, this warm-up prepares the specific muscles responsible for keeping your stride efficient and your pelvis stable.
The lateral movement drills activate the gluteus medius and other hip stabilizers that control pelvic alignment during single-leg stance, which is one of the most important phases of running. Better activation of these muscles helps improve force transfer, reduce unnecessary side-to-side movement, and create a more stable foundation with every stride.
The side-lying strengthening exercises further engage the glutes while increasing hip control and stability. Finally, the banded hip mobility drills warm up the hip flexors through a full range of motion, helping promote a smoother, quicker turnover and allowing your legs to move more freely as your pace increases.
By spending just a few minutes preparing your body before you run, you'll improve movement quality, enhance running efficiency, and help reduce your risk of common overuse injuries.
What You'll Achieve
Activate the glutes and hip stabilizers before every run
Improve pelvic stability for smoother, more fluid running mechanics
Increase hip strength and prepare the hip flexors for a quicker turnover rate
Enhance balance and single-leg control with every stride
Improve communication between your nervous system and key running muscles
Feel stronger, more stable, and more prepared from your very first step.
What's Included
Lifetime access to the program
HD exercise demonstration videos
Coaching cues for every exercise
The purpose behind each movement
Up to 3 coaching questions by email
One video form review