running posture

[cg_]

I've been a slouch all these while.... be it seating on chair, standing, and even running. Ever since I started running long distances, I found that I will arch my back after awhile into the run, and continue with my back hunched. Now I found myself having a bit of difficulty standing up straight, and my lower back tends to give in pretty often. So

Comments

[abdaziz]

You are probably experiencing poor posture due to a weaker core muscles. It is not strong enuff to support your body when you run over long distance. You need to strengthen it by doing core building exercises such as Bridge with 2 legs and 1 legs, Front and Side Plank, Crunches, Invisible chair etc.

When i was training with my coach, we spend quite a lot of time doing Core Building exercises.

[swimz]

wow... aziz. u can become sports consultant?? :p

[abdaziz]

haha.. i pick up these things over the past few years while encountering problems/injuries along the way. Learnt it from doctors, physiotherapist, coaches, Steven etc. So since i know I don't mind sharing what i've learned. :)

[snowyboy]

U have to run with your back straight in order to get breathe properly. If you do not have proper breathing, you will lack of O2 and will feel tired and drag yourself during the run. Once a while jog slowly and still insist straighten your back if you realise your arching.

[aeronic]

my fren suggested using medicine ball as ur normal chair..
u will be forced to correct ur posture
=)

[royinmoonride]

oh so you have been sitting on medicine ball?
no wonder your lower...hmm...must try then...
^____^

[aeronic]

dun be idiotic...
i haven been sitting on medicine ball..gosh...