Are Running Shoes Making You Hurt More? | Calf Pain, Hip Flexors & Better Running Technique скачать в хорошем качестве

Are Running Shoes Making You Hurt More? | Calf Pain, Hip Flexors & Better Running Technique

Are your running shoes helping or hurting your performance? 🏃‍♀️ In this Ask Me Anything, Coach Valerie Hunt answers real questions from runners in the RunRx community—including: 👟 Do heavier runners need more cushion in their shoes? 🔥 Why are my calves burning when I run? 🦵 What’s really causing hip flexor and knee pain—and how do I fix it? With 22+ years of experience, Valerie breaks down the myths of cushioned shoes, the root cause of common running injuries, and how to use your hamstrings—not your quads—to run pain-free. Learn the difference between pushing vs. pulling, how to tap into muscle elasticity, and why stretching alone won’t solve your running issues. 📚 Key Topics Covered: 00:00 Intro & Reboot Reminder 02:00 Are Cushioned Shoes Necessary? 06:30 Calf Pain & Jumping vs. Pulling 15:00 Why You’re Overloading the Wrong Muscles 23:00 The Real Role of the Hamstring 30:00 Hip Flexor vs. Hamstring – What You Should Feel 38:45 Tips for Uneven Surfaces and Instability 44:00 Stretching vs. Correcting the Movement 53:00 How to Feel Free and Light in Your Run ✨ Free Resources Mentioned: ➡️ 30-Day RunRx Reboot:    • 🏃‍♀️ Welcome to the RunRx Reboot Challenge...   ➡️ Pain Quiz: https://runrxquiz.com #RunningTips #CalfPain #RunningShoes #PoseMethod #HamstringPull #RunRx #InjuryFreeRunning #RunningForm #BeginnerRunner #RunningTechnique