Walking Leg Swings
WALKING LEG SWINGS
This is a dynamic warmup exercise specific to running. While standing, kick up one leg in front of you while reaching for the toes with both hands. Maintain as upright of a position as possible during this movement and start with a small range of motion and slowly ramp into a larger motion as the body begins to warm up. Keep alternating sides until the desired effect is reached.
Muscles Involved:
Superficial Back Line
Hamstrings
Calves
Erector Spinae
Trapezius
Related Conditions:
Running Warmup
SIJ syndrome
Hamstrings tendinopathy
Achilles tendinopathy
Erector strain