E14 - How to Strengthen Hips for Running: Dynamic Drills for Better Performance

In this episode Alison dives into the critical role of hip strength in running, challenging the common belief that tight hips need more stretching rather than strengthening. She explains how efficient biomechanics, particularly during the stance phase of running, are essential for minimizing energy loss and preventing pain or injury. By focusing on the phases of loading, stabilizing, and propelling, she demonstrates how targeted strength training and dynamic drills can improve running economy and stride efficiency. Traditional exercises like clamshells and band walks are critiqued for their limitations, with an emphasis on drills that develop dynamic hip strength and center-of-gravity organization. The episode also introduces her upcoming new program, Strong and Stable, designed to help runners build strong, stable hips for a more powerful and efficient stride, with special discounts available through her newsletter.Resources Mentioned:Here the links to each exercise mentioned in the episode:ADDUCTOR TAP DOWN WITH HIP LOCKHINGE TO HIP LOCK DRILLSHIFT LATERAL BOX JUMPHere’s the link to join my weekly newsletter to make sure you don’t miss the Black Friday Presale of my new hip strengthening course for runners - Strong and Stable.Follow Along Between Episodes on Instagram and if you enjoyed this episode please give a share and tag me in your stories!