Glute bridges are the basic exercise we’ve all seen, maybe thanks to yoga, maybe from an unfortunate trip to the physical therapist, but then we assume it’s too basic to KEEP DOING.
BZZZZ wrong!!
I’m not sure why we think basic is bad, but in this case it’s one of the best exercises runners can be doing to keep from having knee pain, IT Band pain or a host of other injuries.
I know it’s not as sexy as the squat, but listen you get to lay on the ground and get results. I mean that sounds like a great pre or post run moment to me.
What Does the Glute Bridge Do?
Glute bridge benefits are extensive, but specifically when it comes to running:
- Hip flexors get shorter from sitting which makes them tight, which pulls your pelvis forward. That leads to poor posture and weird running form.
- Activates all your core stabilizer muscles, those deep muscles for good form while running
- Increases your glute strength which means more power in your running stride
- Activates your gluteus maximus and gluteus medius, which can mean less knee pain because you hold your form better
- Can help with lower back pain while running
- Great at the end of a abs workout to release any low back pain from tightening the core
Try adding bridges in to your dynamic warm up or do a set during any strength…
