At RunMechanics, we assess the stability of the runners, and more than 95% of runners suffer from glute and ankle instability. Inline lunge improves the stability of the pelvis and trunk, which are key to overall stability during the running gait. Lack of stability is the key cause of many joint injuries, and it is also the key reason for high ground contact time.
How to do it?
- Get in a straight line, on the floor or you can draw it with the help of tape.
- Get into a lunge position, while aligning the leading foot, the trailing knee, and the foot aligned in a straight line as shown in figure A (observe the yellow tape on the floor).
- Get your core and torso engaged so that you are stable in this position.
- Once you are stable, raise up while continuing to keep both feet in the straight line as shown in figure B.
- Repeat the lunge desired number of times. Once done, shift to the other side and repeat the same.
When to do it?
Make it part of the mobility training with 2 sets of 10 repetitions on each side.
