How to Be a Healthy Runner
A 10-part course with The Balanced Runner
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Jae Gruenke, GCFP, is a running biomechanics expert and Feldenkrais Practitioner. Known as a “running form guru”, she is the Founder & CEO of The Balanced Runner™ in New York City and The Balanced Runner UK. She has helped runners from beginner to... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 56 min
- Lessons 10
- Attachments 28
- Exercises 35
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63 CQ
10 Lessons in This Course
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11 minFREERunning lesson 1Free6 CQ
Are you trying to start or get back to running? Learn how to use a walk to run program to gradually build up your running stamina and improve your running form.
with The Balanced RunnerAre you trying to start or get back to running? Learn how to use a walk to run program to gradually build up your running stamina and improve your running form.
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12 minRunning lesson 27 CQ
Bewildered by all the new running shoe options? Learn how to choose the best running shoes for you -- conventional, minimalist, or even no shoes at all!
with The Balanced RunnerBewildered by all the new running shoe options? Learn how to choose the best running shoes for you -- conventional, minimalist, or even no shoes at all!
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11 minRunning lesson 36 CQ
The right warm-up makes you run smooth from your first step. Learn the benefits of dynamic warm-ups, and three dynamic stretching exercises for runners.
with The Balanced RunnerThe right warm-up makes you run smooth from your first step. Learn the benefits of dynamic warm-ups, and three dynamic stretching exercises for runners.
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11 minRunning lesson 46 CQ
The right post-run cool down maximizes the benefits you get from running. This lesson will teach you the dos and don'ts of post-run recovery.
with The Balanced RunnerThe right post-run cool down maximizes the benefits you get from running. This lesson will teach you the dos and don'ts of post-run recovery.
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11 minRunning lesson 56 CQ
Should you push through the pain or stop? Learn the different types of running pain, what to do about each, and how to recover from running injuries.
with The Balanced RunnerShould you push through the pain or stop? Learn the different types of running pain, what to do about each, and how to recover from running injuries.
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12 minRunning lesson 67 CQ
Prevent running injuries and up your athletic performance by developing proper running form. Learn how to lean, and what to do with your arms, legs, and body.
with The Balanced RunnerPrevent running injuries and up your athletic performance by developing proper running form. Learn how to lean, and what to do with your arms, legs, and body.
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11 minRunning lesson 76 CQ
Core strengthening is not always good for runners. Learn what the core actually does in running, whether core training is for you, and how to do it right.
with The Balanced RunnerCore strengthening is not always good for runners. Learn what the core actually does in running, whether core training is for you, and how to do it right.
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12 minRunning lesson 87 CQ
Learn a core strengthening routine for runners. Teacher Jae Gruenke shares core exercises to strengthen the abs, glutes, hip flexors, and hamstrings.
with The Balanced RunnerLearn a core strengthening routine for runners. Teacher Jae Gruenke shares core exercises to strengthen the abs, glutes, hip flexors, and hamstrings.
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10 minRunning lesson 96 CQ
Does every footstrike feel like a shock when you run? Learn how to develop proper running technique, choose running shoes, and run smoothly!
with The Balanced RunnerDoes every footstrike feel like a shock when you run? Learn how to develop proper running technique, choose running shoes, and run smoothly!
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11 minRunning lesson 106 CQ
Develop correct running form with the Feldenkrais® Method! Grow as a runner by learning to run with proper body mechanics and easy, graceful movements.
with The Balanced RunnerDevelop correct running form with the Feldenkrais® Method! Grow as a runner by learning to run with proper body mechanics and easy, graceful movements.
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513 min5-part Running course9 CQ
Whether you’re an advanced runner with some bad habits, or a beginner who is looking to avoid forming them in the first place, this course addresses the issues that nearly every runner encounters.
with The Balanced RunnerWhether you’re an advanced runner with some bad habits, or a beginner who is looking to avoid forming them in the first place, this course addresses the issues that nearly every runner encounters.
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4 minRunning lesson3 CQ
Running shouldn’t be painful—even if you are training for a marathon. Learn how to avoid common injuries, and what you can do if you experience persistent pain.
with The Balanced RunnerRunning shouldn’t be painful—even if you are training for a marathon. Learn how to avoid common injuries, and what you can do if you experience persistent pain.
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2 minFREEFitness lessonFree2 CQ
A key pouch may not seem to be important running equipment, but it can improve your body mechanics. Learn how the way you hold your keys affects your run.
with The Balanced RunnerA key pouch may not seem to be important running equipment, but it can improve your body mechanics. Learn how the way you hold your keys affects your run.
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1052 min10-part Sports course31 CQ
Learn how to play baseball from the guys who do it for a living! In this course, MLB professionals and second basemen Brandon Phillips, Howie Kendrick, and Chris Getz provide invaluable tips for improving your hitting and fielding. Find your batting stance and practice essential skills like catching pop-ups, turning double plays, and stealing bases. Practice those major league skills -- and start playing!
with Pro Tips4ULearn how to play baseball from the guys who do it for a living! In this course, MLB professionals and second basemen Brandon Phillips, Howie Kendrick, and Chris Getz provide invaluable tips for improving your hitting and fielding. Find your batting stance and practice essential skills like catching pop-ups, turning double plays, and stealing bases. Practice those major league skills -- and start playing!
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1147 min11-part Soccer course29 CQ
With Major League Soccer more popular than ever, it’s time to up your game! Get coaching from two U.S. national team veterans: forward Abby Wambach and midfielder Cobi Jones. Wambach, an Olympic gold medalist and 2012 FIFA World Player of the Year, teaches basic shooting, power shots, and penalty kicks, along with her specialty: headers! Then, former Premier League player and National Soccer Hall of Fame member Jones builds ball handling and passing skills with soccer drills!
with Pro Tips4UWith Major League Soccer more popular than ever, it’s time to up your game! Get coaching from two U.S. national team veterans: forward Abby Wambach and midfielder Cobi Jones. Wambach, an Olympic gold medalist and 2012 FIFA World Player of the Year, teaches basic shooting, power shots, and penalty kicks, along with her specialty: headers! Then, former Premier League player and National Soccer Hall of Fame member Jones builds ball handling and passing skills with soccer drills!
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401217 min40-part Basketball course626 CQ
A collection of basketball workouts, all easily done from the comfort of home (or your driveway!)
with 4CITY BasketballA collection of basketball workouts, all easily done from the comfort of home (or your driveway!)
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321 min3-part Golf course12 CQ
Want to get better at golf chip shots? In this golfing course, learn how to set up for, plan for, and swing the best chip shot you can muster, and improve your overall golf game!
with Peter KnightWant to get better at golf chip shots? In this golfing course, learn how to set up for, plan for, and swing the best chip shot you can muster, and improve your overall golf game!
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939 min9-part Boxing course23 CQ
In this course with trainer Johnny from Expert Boxing, learn how to slip punches, make effective feints, and use evasive footwork and head movements so you can be a powerful, commanding fighter.
with ExpertBoxingIn this course with trainer Johnny from Expert Boxing, learn how to slip punches, make effective feints, and use evasive footwork and head movements so you can be a powerful, commanding fighter.
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1370 min13-part Running course41 CQ
Train for a decathlon, or just get fit with this track and field course! First, Olympic gold medalist and world champion decathlete Bryan Clay shares dynamic warm-up exercises and diet tips to get you ready for a workout, along with discus and shot put lessons. Next, American high hurdles record holder Dominique Arnold gives tips to run the 110 meter hurdles right! Finally, champion runner Khadevis Robinson running technique. Learn speed drills, core exercises for runners, and more!
with Pro Tips4UTrain for a decathlon, or just get fit with this track and field course! First, Olympic gold medalist and world champion decathlete Bryan Clay shares dynamic warm-up exercises and diet tips to get you ready for a workout, along with discus and shot put lessons. Next, American high hurdles record holder Dominique Arnold gives tips to run the 110 meter hurdles right! Finally, champion runner Khadevis Robinson running technique. Learn speed drills, core exercises for runners, and more!
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12122 min12-part Running course68 CQ
Want to run longer and faster, without pain or injury? This comprehensive twelve week course from Pose Method Sports offers a way for anyone to become a better runner, no matter the ability level.
with Pose MethodWant to run longer and faster, without pain or injury? This comprehensive twelve week course from Pose Method Sports offers a way for anyone to become a better runner, no matter the ability level.
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675 min6-part Fitness course40 CQ
In this course for runners, Dr. Ozello DC of Championship Chiropractic discusses the fundamentals of preventing and managing running injuries. Discover how to properly warm up, foam roll, and more!
In this course for runners, Dr. Ozello DC of Championship Chiropractic discusses the fundamentals of preventing and managing running injuries. Discover how to properly warm up, foam roll, and more!
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679 min6-part Running course42 CQ
You're as old as your joints! And this is especially true for runners. In this fitness course, run through a series of warm-up and cool-down flexibility routines to increase your range of motion.
with Pose MethodYou're as old as your joints! And this is especially true for runners. In this fitness course, run through a series of warm-up and cool-down flexibility routines to increase your range of motion.
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619 min6-part Running course13 CQ
Looking for ways to boost your speed, increase endurance, and conquer that route? In this mini course, Coach Tief delivers running tips and strategies to help you reach the next level.
with Coach TiefLooking for ways to boost your speed, increase endurance, and conquer that route? In this mini course, Coach Tief delivers running tips and strategies to help you reach the next level.