Unlock the hidden POWER in your hips to RUN FASTER

How to improve your hip drive to run faster. In this video, I'm going to show you three running exercises you can use to improve your hip drive when running. These hip drive running drills will help you to run faster by increasing your stride length and power. When it comes to proper running technique, we often talk about running from the hips, using your powerful hip muscles such as the hip flexors, glutes and hamstrings to create better hip flexion and hip extension respectively as you increase your stride length and improve your speed.
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The running exercises shown in this video are great for helping you develop proper running technique and an efficient running stride. The hip flexor exercises are an important but often neglected part of strength training for runners. Glute strength is important for runners, but so is hip flexor strength; this is what allows you to develop a powerful knee drive as you lead forwards with the front leg of your running stride. These exercises should not cause you any hip pain, or pain elsewhere in your body. If they do - stop and see your physical therapist or sports medicine doctor.
Include these hip flexor exercises into your marathon training plan and you'll quickly feel the improvement in your stride as you start to notice a better running hip drive.
Whether you're trail running, running on a track or training for a half marathon, if you're interested in learning how to run with proper running technique and how to run faster by becoming a stronger more efficient runner, be sure to check out the other videos on my channel!
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ABOUT ME: I'm James Dunne, a runner, sports rehabilitation therapist (similar to physical therapist) and coach based in the UK (Norwich and London).
Since 2007 I've been working with athletes focusing specifically on helping distance runners and triathletes overcome injury and improve performance through developing their individual running technique.
Running biomechanics and physical therapy are real passions of mine. I started Kinetic Revolution to help runners run strong and stay injury free.
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[@JamesDunne]

*WATCH NEXT - What is the CROSSED EXTENSOR REFLEX and how can it help you run faster?:* kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4qbaoiAfsd2fac

[@eyeseewrite]

Unlocking hips

[@riversma]

I love how you just get straight to the point 🙏🏾

[@JamesDunne]

Thanks! That’s what I’m trying to do with these most recent videos. Glad it comes across!!

[@djfclips]

Very good. No nonsense, straight to the point, no beating about the bush. Top notch.

[@vincentaurelius2390]

Thanks, JD. I can’t believe I missed this vid from two years ago. The first exercise looks really effective, going to give it a try. You should do a “Ten essential videos” for new subscribers who can’t possibly catch up on every great video you ever made.

[@alantay9409]

Excellent ideas, especially the weighted lunge with step. Thank you.

[@JamesDunne]

Thanks, Alan! Hope it helps 😃

[@CasaBenny]

You're on fire James. Golden content. I can't wait to try the step exercise.

[@JamesDunne]

Thanks! Glad you're enjoying the recent videos :) Let me know how you get on with that step exercise :)

[@CasaBenny]

@@JamesDunne Thanks James. I did it the other day with a 4 kg medicine ball. an interesting exercise.

[@schuletrip]

Hi James, as I was running the other day, thinking about your videos on form and technique, it got me thinking how much running form has changed over the years. Has it changed that much from Roger Bannister breaking the 4 minute mile to Eliud Kipchoge breaking 2hrs for a Marathon! Would you consider making a video on this? I would love to see comparisons, similarities and differences between then and now. Thanks mate.

[@steverostill4186]

Thank James. I've only recently realised how important hip flexors are after decades of running.

[@Vivungisport]

A great video! I need to train my lazy hips. Is it a good idea to stretch out the hips afterwards?

[@sahasrangshuutube]

Wow was waiting for the hip flexors strengthening exercises

[@JamesDunne]

Hope these help!

[@markdusautoy9358]

After the first exercise I really felt it in my hip flexors. For the figure of four run form, have you got a series of drills to achieve this ideal form. When I get fatigued I tend to revert to the shoe shuffle(:.

[@kateshephard4920]

This is fab. I was just looking for something to strengthen my hips and usually it is all glute focused. I already do lots of glute work but still feel that the front of my hips need some attention to help my knee drive. Couldn’t have come at a better time!

[@johnaitken4268]

Wow James, that 1st band resisted exercise is a beast ! Can’t wait to see what it does to my running form 👍🏻

[@JamesDunne]

Haha, yeah! It doesn't look like much... but it'll get you!

[@danbee415]

not sure if theres much carry over, but on a running machine there is a motion that works your hip a lot at around 12-15 kmph, so looking to replicate that in my outdoor training. i find theres too much focus on bringing the leg up as high as possible and or too much focus on chest, when it should be how many steps can you hit the ground as efficiently as possible. hard to explain. I find focusing as much on your inner abuctors and hips in complete synchronicity is key. im not an elite runner; I do a lot of leg training though.

[@kimjongun5879]

Thank u so much you have actually help me so much in my running

[@piotrrostow]

I am thinking I could just do in on a bike by Driving pedals up instead of pushing down.

[@jax502]

Wow, I've been trying to figure out how I can increase my leg lift when I run. These seem like great exercises. What kind of exercise bands are those and where can I get them?

[@Ironman-ep4od]

Think just any mini bands can be used for it

[@notapro968]

Hi James how does this exercise compare to doing high knees on the road /track

[@JamesDunne]

I’d compare the band resisted running to a sled drag or speed-chute drill, rather than a “high knees” drill. Often when you see runners doing a high knees drill they’re leaning backwards so do so. With the band holding you back, it allows you to practice your hip drive while leaning forwards with your whole body... as we want to see when you’re running for real 😀

[@notapro968]

@@JamesDunne thanks so much that makes a lot of sense. Appreciate you taking the time to answer my question!

[@brownky3]

Weak hip flexors in your state hate this one weird trick

[@markjohnson4237]

Just come back to this video after looking at another on hip whip while running. Seems like good advice here, as always, James. What's your recommended frequency on these exercises, please? Mark

[@bajabeachadvocate1812]

James: Your videos have been extremely helpful for my running. I thank you so much for that! However, I do find the background music a bit distracting and irritating. IMHO your presentations are so good, that you really don't need any background music.

[@whycantiremainanonymous8091]

On the first exercise: I don't have a resistance band, but do have a 1k ankle weight. Would that be a good replacement?

[@JamesDunne]

Absolutely! If it's too easy, try holding the position for a little longer.

[@whycantiremainanonymous8091]

@@JamesDunne Thanks!

[@stluciestrength]

Great! Especially the first two exercises which I'll try to do more often. Unfortunately my weight bench isn't set up for the third exercise. Ant alternatives?Thanks

[@Kelly_Ben]

James, I'm hoping you can use your direct and simple explanations to clear something up for me. I've used your videos to fix my tilted pelvis ( was spilling water out the front and overstriding like a champ). Doing so uses some slight muscle tension in my abs. My breathing RHYTHM is good, but I can't seem to "belly breathe" like other videos recommend while maintaining proper pelvic position. How important is diaphragmatic breathing, and how can I relax my belly to allow it without losing form?

[@TheFoezee]

I have a weak right glute, weak left hip flexor and over developed left quad with pain in the left ITB.

[@akhil76648]

James my knee drive is not good my stride length is not increasing....tell me what to do

[@dgdowns1]

James is my pelvis supposed to be tilting forward or tilting back when i am running? If i am doing intervals and trying to run faster, i feel like i am leaning just a slight bit forward. The feeling of falling forward. Is that good or bad? Thanks, great videos!

[@andrewshredz69]

just the first one has me BURNING 😭

[@andrewshredz69]

felt amazing after thank u!

[@carminecarannante3590]

You help me a lot with your videos thank you!

[@JamesDunne]

Pleased to hear it 😀 I hope your running is going well!

[@jonmatthews721]

Hi James - where do you find resistance bands that short? I have some but they are around 2 metres long...

[@colin4083]

Newest member of dunnies dashers would like to know what size band you used for the first exercise please

[@zachraymond1727]

Great video. Will cone back for this later

[@carlbyronrodgers]

Very informative. Are there any weight machines for the hip. Thank you.

[@JamesDunne]

Thanks Carl! There are indeed - not too many gyms have them these days, but Google "multi hip machine".

[@carlbyronrodgers]

@@JamesDunne Thank you.

[@akashrajput7771]

Sir place give 10km Work out Video

[@StephenAndrichuk]

was the medicine ball just to add more weight for the step up?

[@mddruns]

how long does it take for these exercises to translate to improve form

[@honzahonza6126]

Hey man, can u recommend me please, some streching exercises for my front n side splits?

[@jeremiah2268]

How many times should I do this per week?

[@googoo554]

You are a diamond, thank you so, so much

[@juddvansickle]

With the assumption that isometric exercises are relatively position dependent (+/- 15 degrees), do you have any recommendations for strengthening the hip flexors at end range hip extension? I would imagine that position would be more relevant to the leg drive, unless it's overwhelmingly stretch-shortening that initiates the swing?

[@ratilalmakanji2372]

Thanks

[@ratilalmakanji2372]

Any tips for plantar fasciitis

[@JamesDunne]

Sure! Right here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIOnoJ6YZs1nrM0

[@lukebsings7342]

Do you reply to inquiries on your website?

[@JamesDunne]

I do indeed. However, I'm working through a monster backlog of emails at the moment, so any response won't be quick!

[@lukebsings7342]

James Dunne brill I’ll wait to hear from you. Keep up the good videos!

[@thehimanshu195]

Exercise or tips for mile under sub 5

[@AncoraImparoPiper]

Hitting all the right spots as usual, James. Foot lift with band is easy to do since it requires no set up at all. I'll definitely make it part of my routine. I can feel it working already! James, you play a big part in me becoming a super-strong distance runner. Thanks a million for sharing your expertise and communicating it effectively.

[@JeremyBenfield]

Good info!

[@JamesDunne]

Thanks, Jeremy. Glad you think so!

[@JeremyBenfield]

@@JamesDunne I'll take all the help I can get!

[@jayantnagarkar1018]

Nice information

[@ratilalmakanji2372]

No medicine ball

[@sigalissachar2748]

Really helpful 👌

[@ericchevalley]

Fab!

[@ThePacpie]

I was very excited to see this as I've been focusing heavily on knee drive because of your recent videos. When I do the standing banded hip flexor exercise, by the 10th rep, I can feel my hip flexors on fire - a great feeling. Can't wait to progress to a heavier band. I know this is a weakness of mine. Thank you James - keep these coming, we appreciate it. The knee drive has made a huge difference in my running so far..