Our fall racing season kicks off this weekend, and we are excited to join other runners in chasing personal best times. We want to be physically fit, well-rested and hydrated, but what you do in the minutes leading up to gun time can have a substantial impact on race-day performance.
A race-specific warm-up routine should focus on three components: muscle activation, joint mobility and neuromuscular priming. Increased blood flow warms the body, and a relaxed jog will raise your core temperature. Activation of major muscle groups can be accomplished through a short set of squats or lunges. Dynamic movements like hip openers promote synovial fluid production in the joints. Finally, prep your nervous system with a series of plyometric activities like jumping, leaping and bounding or short, fast sprints..
Incorporating these simple activities into your pre-race routine will help trigger physiological mechanisms associated with peak performance.
Race well,
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