long distance running

[michele29]

Hi folks,
do you think that running 3 times a week, for let's say..more than an hour, will compromise my actually flexibility??????

many thanks
michele29

[dragon]

If your recuperative levels are in order with a good flexibility program then i don't see a problem.Some people may struggle running 2 miles,others can run 6 miles no problem.

It all depends if you can cope with the amount of work you do in the long term.

Dragon

[mmeloon]

Hi folks,
do you think that running 3 times a week, for let's say..more than an hour, will compromise my actually flexibility??????

many thanks
michele29

Hi Michele,

I believe Kurz says in the Secrets of Stretching video that running can actually help with flexibility. I'm not sure if he was talking about long-distance running or sprinting but I think you're probably okay. It's riding a bike that you have to watch out for if flexibility is important to you. But anything that requires a good range of motion -- and running seems to fit the bill -- is probably a benefit for stretching.

-Mark

[michele29]

Many thanks !
So this could not be the reason why I still have poor flexibility in roundhouse kicks!!!!????
I admit that dynamic stretching for side kick with toes up are much better, but what about the supporting legs??

[Kit]

What do you mean by "What about the supporting legs"? You should train both legs in stretching.

[dragon]

I think Michele29 is refering to the position of her supporting leg.

Reading other peoples comments about this i think it's personal choice and whatever feels most comfortable to you.

Some people say both feet should be parallel,others say point your heel towards where you're kicking(as in a side kick).

You could start off with you feet "mirroring" each other.For example,you say you do the dynamic side raise with toes pointing up.Have the toes of the supporting leg in the same position so you are symetrical.
From this position you can then fine tune it to what gives you the best stretch/feels most comfortable.

I personally do it with heel pointing the target,some of the guys who i train with find that this stretches the hamstring of the supporting leg more.

Experiment.

Dragon