Here's the third video of Twin Cities In Motion's weeklong Basic Strength Jumpstart with Motion Expert Kristen Gerlach:
Why the Push Pattern is Important
Both the push and the subsequent movement, the pull, have been further sub-categorized into vertical and horizontal movements. An overhead press is an example of a vertical push, but we will be focusing on horizontal pushing, which is useful in daily life for pushing a stroller or heavy grocery cart. It’s hard to find a better push exercise for the full body than old-fashioned push-ups. Done correctly, you will work the glutes, core and upper body. This helps teach your upper body and core to maintain good running posture.
Read Kristen's comprehensive introductory article about the Basic Strength Jumpstart here.
Kristen Gerlach, PT, PhD, is a physical therapist who specializes in working with runners. She is one of the team of Motion Experts TCM has gathered to help its subscribers and participants get the most out of their running. Have a question for Kristen: [email protected] or website: instridemnpt.com.