6 Things You're Not Doing Before You Run!

[@gtn]

What are your pre-run tips? Let us know 🏃‍

[@EatMyPropwash]

Step 1.) take a nice big #2. Step 2.) Dynamic stretching. ABC’s are a great place to start.

[@gluecksdrache2054]

Thank you for the great video! My personal tip is to have a bit of time between waking up and running. I think the body needs time to adjust to "day mode". 😉

[@jasonshute5520]

CAN I JUST ASK IF YOU CAN DO A VIDEO ON THE NEW GARMIN FENIX 7 X PRO

[@euankdogs]

@@EatMyPropwash this was exactly what I was thinking although you've expressed it more politely

[@HH-gv8mx]

@@EatMyPropwash I have to fast for 12hrs before I run. Otherwise I’m looking for a bathroom while I’m outside running. And for that reason, I normally run in the dark. 🏃‍♀

[@1aurak]

1. Activate glutes 2. Hydrate 3. Fuel yourself 4. Build up into the run w a walk 5. Leg swings 6. Pat attention to feet plant and ankles

[@jjutt87]

1.) Glute Bridge, Clam Openers, Bench Squats

[@veneta72]

Party

[@vvvvvvvvv594]

Stretch! Foam Roller!

[@m0e566]

most important pre run ritual going to the toilet

[@IrsyadSohaimi]

True

[@jbach1738]

I definitely agree. I find that, even if I don't feel a need to go before heading out, the bouncing of running will shake up my bladder very quickly.

[@karnatimaheswar2668]

Just experienced today

[@complainbox5125]

I think most of us suffer with this untreatable disease 🤣

[@MrjoyCOB]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@myerrrrrrrr]

1. Glute activation stretch (glute bridge, clam) 2. Hydration throughout the day 3. Fuelling, Meals takes (2-3 hours before run or bring some snacks) 4. Warming up (start by walking to a gentle jog) 4.5 (optional). Leg swings (do some leg swings after warmed up, usually for a hard run ahead) 5. Respect the ankles (gentle light ankles circles, calf raises and some walking)

[@markthrelfall3577]

Before anyone says it, I did not mean to say fasciitis 🤦‍♂️ plantar fascia ✔️

[@notmyrealname6272]

We forgive you ;-) ❤️

[@mickfanning93]

I definitely wasn't about to come in with the smug correction, I swear

[@KostasLazanas]

I was literally just about to go out for my 6:00 AM run in Texas and this vid popped up so I followed along! Great timing!!

[@gtn]

Hope you had a great run!

[@gdswghdsCjiirwe]

I've been fueling up for a decade now. Ready for a 10,000k run.

[@neelparmar252]

Great

[@ifonly4486]

Heavy kettlebell swings is single leg glute bridge tenfold. If there's only one exercise to do besides running that benefits the act of running then the swing has no equal...... And your glutes will engage even if you don't want them to !!

[@twinkletoesdonkey]

I wake up at 6:30, down half a pint (water, not beer), have a poop, get my gear on and go for it. No food. No warm up. No stretching. Best way to warm up is to run at a slow and effortless pace. Why waste time. When I get home, I shower, drink a 800kcal smoothie, and get to WFH. Rinse and repeat x6 days a week. What works for one person isn't the same for everyone else. I'm not a financial advisor.

[@Browneyedgirl207]

I always do the leg swings and some lunges before every run! Just a habit from running track back in the day. I feel like I’m prone to injuries, so I’ll take any warm-up tips I can get. Thanks for the video!

[@gtn]

You're welcome 🙌

[@angel0fdeath667]

I always find it hard to fuel up before morning runs. Generally for morning runs I’d rather go fasted if it’s less than an hour. Each to their own!

[@HH-gv8mx]

I always have to fast about 12 hours before I run. I also drink at least 33 ounces of water while I’m running. It’s really hot and humid in Florida and I always run with water.

[@jasonjhumphreys8120]

Thanks so much to Mark and the team for all the helpful info.from this and prior videos. I'm in the process of following a couch to 5k program to help with my overall fitness and general health. My pre-run includes calf raises and static stretching of my calves as well as leg swings and 5 minutes of fast walking.

[@azazil8196]

I usually stretch before the squats.. Stretch quads and warm up ankles as well.. Also calf stretches as well to avoid cramps and keep yourself going. Lessens lactic acid build up by a bit as well.

[@leedaq7767]

as i enjoy running in the cold early morning, I do 2 sets of pushups to boost up my body temp

[@dariotatopiola]

Nice

[@SBoots29]

I do about 5 minutes of warm up. I added in running on spot with high knees and butt kicks just to get heart rate up a bit. These old bones need much waking up for a run.

[@nudawn110]

luv the track you chose to hi-lite this vid. sooouch effective coverage. plz share your views on reverse running, stair striding, grade running, for more advanced drills

[@Wr54304]

Leg swings, light dynamic stretching, then a run walk for 5-15 minutes into a light Jog into a run.

[@johnbinnington9751]

personally, whether its a short 5k or 10 miler to 1/2 marathon - I always run first thing in the morning therefore hydration the previous day is key, I also intermittently fast so I run on an empty stomach therefore my last evening meal has to be bang on nutritian wise. Calve raises, glute bridges and walking lunges (as part of a 5 minute walking warm up) pre run then off I go. Rinse and repeat in the 5 minute walking cool down followed by static stretches. Not sure if it's right but works for me being a tall heavy runner (6'4 and 250 lbs)

[@AshuSinghthealkiddo]

Thank you! Both of you guys, for these helpful tips.

[@jobanski]

This has been very helpful!

[@gtn]

Glad you think so!

[@vvvvvvvvv594]

SO true! Sitting is the new smoking...

[@zaidalgailany5707]

Thank you for your information

[@shrivatsankchari1729]

I usually go running around 6pm. What works for me is a high carb lunch at two followed by a nap and maybe an apple around 5.

[@chicalachicana20]

Very helpful!

[@gtn]

We're glad we could help!

[@scotthumphreys4157]

I used all your pre-run tips here and then walked back in the house and kicked my shoes off. I was spent.

[@edeinhaus9273]

Some good tips here, from a UK perspective. Thanks!

[@tariqphoto]

what do electrolytes do? and how do i replace them?

[@alexm1841]

My body needs a mile to warm up. If I go out at 6:30/mile pace I’ll be burnt out within a few minutes. But if I slow jog the first mile, then do a dynamic mobility warm up for about 10-20 minutes, I can then begin my run at my 6:30-7:00/mile pace

[@AnthonyMcqueen1987]

Love this channel solid advise for the sport of running.

[@umeshnrao]

Awesome video! Will inclucate these in my runs from tomorrow :) Thank you!!

[@99cya]

Very good video. Im sceptical of the circling foot warm up.

[@markthrelfall3577]

Entirely optional, but something I’ve found helps for myself on those cold mornings and when I’ve been running a lot

[@The_classicnoob]

GREAT MARK..THANKS

[@jtlon1]

very good - thanks

[@gtn]

Glad you liked it!

[@steevoridgeline]

going for a run with Heather is probably the best thing for a great run ! ☀👍🏻🤷🏻‍♂❤😁

[@acupoffluff404]

the glutes tip is such a game changer, i suffered a lot with the first kilometres of my morning runs bcz of stiff muscles bcz i woke up and immediately get out. (also thank you for the ankle warm up reminder!)

[@franzjosefmueller-alban509]

3) not necessary if you are on Keto and, by the way, in your video you show meals with lots of carbs ? Are you serious ? It looks like you haven’t heard of glucose, glycemic index and that carbs are NOT necessary for our body… I am amazed that a serious site like yours is not up to date in such matters. I do intermittent fasting on Sundays ( 20 hours ) and I run 12 K at 1 hour and 4 minutes ( trying to break the 1 h mark ) and I since I went Keto, my endurance and overall performance has increased greatly. Best regards FRanz

[@tarmach523]

If I don’t hydrate enough before a summer’s day jog, man that bounding headache comes on hard the last km. And don’t even get me started on runner’s shits with that first cramp I feel deep down in the depths of loin hell…thank goodness I run in bush trails where there usually isn’t another crazy soul

[@markk2464]

I eat nothing and def Leppard mirror ball cd is my new internal drive.

[@elpaso750]

Great environment, where did you shot the video?

[@stoogemund]

I would do most of the warm-up exercises in the video but would sometimes throw in a few lunges too! Would you say that for someone who runs regularly (5 days a week), there could be less emphasis placed on the extent of your pre-run warm-ups?

[@pavelclaudiopatino419]

@Ken Coogan, congrats on your dedication to excercise. 5 days a week it's tough. Never put less emphasis in pre and after warm ups. On contrary, make them the MOST important part of your rutine! Don't matter uf you run so often. Warmup pre and after are like religión, like a sacred thing. I also run 5 days a week, average 7KM every time. I had not had any injury. I am very conciencious about warmup pre and after!! I enjoy running a Lot to jeopardize it by skipping warm ups!! Good luck

[@HH-gv8mx]

I stretch and then start off walking to warm up before a run. But after I run that is when I do squats lunges and calf raises.

[@goingtothefifty]

this is good, how about pre-swim exercises. Somehow I always struggle breathing the first 5 minutes

[@nivfroman4598]

Forgot a crucial one...POO!! How many times did my run end in a race back home to the bathroom! :D

[@ahmedelshahawy852]

Should me quit shisha smoking absolutely if I want to practise triathletes or it’s not mandatory!? Please advise

[@ferrydwijaya]

Morning : dates fruit, several white egg with one egg yolk Afternoon : protein banana pancake with red potato Will add glute activation (bridge) already did the leg swing

[@sbsb4995]

Hi gtn, it is absolutely fine to run on empty stomach. If fact if you are not racing, you should run on empty stomach.

[@guardrailbiter]

Brawndo. It's got electrolytes!

[@Nobody-xr9xz]

Talk about the breathing techniques, too, please 🙏

[@hineighbor]

What's an electrolyte and what food has them?

[@laurastadler5331]

Elektrolytes are minerals, like magnesium or salts, which you loose whilst sweating. You can buy drops or powder, which contains them and then add this to your water. Tastes nice as well😉

[@stefaniar.6938]

Is it possible to have Italian subtitles in your videos? Would be great! 😍

[@KeithFlint350]

alternative list: 1. You forgot to tell everyone you go for a run today 2. You didn't prepare your motivational playlist 3. You forgot to charge your Garmin 4. You didn't turn your Strava on 5. You forgot you're fat and can't actually run 6. You've realised too late that it was better to stay on the couch today

[@josefperry3836]

When I'm full of myself at parties, I describe myself as a runner. When people see me on the track, they say, "Oh, look, a jogger."

[@azhotmom]

A newby runner here. I've been enjoying all the running videos-thank you :-). Question: Everyone seems to be wearing the same brand of shoes in these clips. Don't recognise them, is that a UK brand?

[@sethwohlers5012]

On cloud

[@redhouscv2792]

I was gonna go on a run in like 10 minutes and saw this getting ready

[@gtn]

Hope it helped!

[@sarikanaikode6649]

😊

[@markk2464]

I also only do no more than a 1 minute stretch

[@patricia_w]

I've been foam rolling my calves ever since I got my achilles injury

[@trevorcousins]

You live in a beautiful place. Where is it?

[@stujm8376]

I got up yesterday and walked about 1k before I started running, so much better and a lot less painful…..

[@gtn]

Always good to get a warm up in!

[@debasishsen9397]

👍

[@notmyrealname6272]

Glute activation-this is what I need to do! I know those bad boys are there but they are so lazy!

[@ridetwo]

going to the toilet is the most important for me haha

[@Catcrumbs]

I find it hard to believe people go for a run without proper nutrition. They're giving up a perfectly good excuse to dip their hand into a bag of sweets! Swizzels Squashies are my choice. Not sickly sweet and you can drop a few directly in your pocket without getting everything sticky.

[@morklind]

Pretty sure our hunter gatherer past didn't cancel a hunt because they forgot to take in their electrolytes

[@tarmach523]

Lol like “dude you can’t go with us you forgot to drink your special swamp water”

[@atmaramsawant517]

I usually do 1km walk before starting to run otherwise my body just doesn't feel ready

[@svenfischer9933]

1)туалет 2)разминка 3)хлебнуть воды

[@txflips1]

2:01 wait who in the world forgets to drink for an entire day? Double that time and you're dead bro

[@leandroechemendia7849]

6 things I’m not doing before I Run. 1. Run

[@samuelfortin6885]

Me lookin a the vid knowing i know i have to run 🥲

[@gtn]

You know you want to!

[@kickboxervikram8698]

I want to know " Speed running is bad for knee like 6 per mile upto 5 k "

[@dann5480]

Taking poo before run is also very important.

[@berniefynn6623]

These clowns have been around for years,there is NO evidence pre run warm up prevents injuries.

[@Maddo_75]

Get off the lounge 😜

[@jeffersonsanchez9877]

Je veux courir autour du mond

[@sitbone3]

#1…..don’t run. It’s really bad for your knees, your back, your feet and your hips. Just don’t run.

[@magicf7076]

Bullshit: hydration and electrolytes.