Increasing Hip Flexibility - Runners watch out!

In a shockingly true study, it was found that more than 90 percent of frequent runners, both casual and professional, it was found that they often complained of leg pain and the major reason for this was a lack of flexibility in the hip region. An explanation to this by the researchers was that the connection between hip muscles and the bones of the knees and ankles were interconnected. Consequently they depended on each other for support while the person ran.The solution is simple - increase hip flexibility. A few exercises and the chances of hip injury along with muscle tears is reduced by more than 75%. Running has so many benefits associated with weight loss, fat burn and the highest form of fitness and physical endurance that any workout plan without running involved will be a farce.

The moves to becoming a faster runner

Lie flat on your back with your feet aout 2 to 3 inches apart.

Rest the knees at an angle of 90 degrees on a wall.

Keeping the upper body relaxed and focused on a point on the ceiling, begin by

Bringing your knees together slowly and moving them apart so that the feet roll out to the sides and your soles come off the wall. Thats one rep. Do upto 2 or 3 sets of 10 each.

Following this, position your feet 2-3 inches wider than the hips.

Repeat the move by bringing the knees together and then moving them apart.

Aim for 2 sets of 20 reps this time.

Keep the feet pointed straight up, and roll the feet to the sides.

These stretching exercises will ensure that the hip muscles are flexible and sturdy. This increases the muscle coordination between the various parts that are used while running. Running needs more flexibility than it was thought earlier. Increase your reach, you will definitely boost your running capacity.