In The Long Run

IMPACTful THOUGHTS:

(IMPACT is my chosen word for 2025 - what was yours?)

Hello Reader,

A friend of mine was kind enough to let me know he signed up for the 7 Days of Mobility, but wished he had access to the 5 exercises I described in my previous email.

He was 100% right!

Today, I had fun at the local track making these videos and I must say - THEY ARE NOT EASY. Start slow, and see how you feel.

I value your feedback always - if you have any questions or if there is something that you would like to see/have access to, please let me know!

Keep moving forward my friends, one step at a time.

Coach Nicole

5 Single Leg Efficiency Exercises For Runners

Here's the intro video:

#1. Multi-directional hops/power:

#2. Overhead or upper-body load during single-leg work:

#3. Lateral step-ups into balance

#4. Rotational push-ups on one leg:

#5. Hands-on-hips single-leg stance with slow, full-body rotations

HERE ARE ALL 5 EXERCISES TOGETHER IN ONE LINK:

If you (or someone you know) are interested in learning more about JSR Coaching/Injury or Performance Consult - hit reply, and we'll have a chat!

Let me know if you have any questions or requests for topics in these emails. Thank you so much for reading, and forward to your running friends as well!

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