Healthy Running: Creating a Solid Foundation
3 April 2019
A foundation is the element of an architectural structure that connects it to the ground, and transfers loads from the structure to the ground. When it comes to our bodies and our ability to maintain healthy as runners, a solid foundation is essential. Let me introduce some terms: Big Picture Posture- Long straight spine, neutral shoulders and hips, and feet pointed forward. Neutral Horizon- Eyes and ears level. Wobble- The effects of having a structural imbalance and the compensations that result. Common Postural Collapse- Head forward, rotation to the pelvis, internal rotation to the shoulders and external rotation to...