{"id":123309,"date":"2024-09-11T14:53:55","date_gmt":"2024-09-11T18:53:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/runningmagazine.ca\/?p=123309"},"modified":"2024-09-11T14:53:55","modified_gmt":"2024-09-11T18:53:55","slug":"3-yoga-poses-to-fire-up-your-glutes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/runningmagazine.ca\/sections\/training\/3-yoga-poses-to-fire-up-your-glutes\/","title":{"rendered":"3 yoga poses to fire up your glutes"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the crisp air and autumn leaves mark the arrival of fall, it’s also the perfect time to shake up your running routine and sharpen your training goals. Why not harness the season\u2019s energy and incorporate some glute-focused yoga? Strengthening your glutes isn’t just about powering up those trail hills; it\u2019s key to improving performance, reducing injury risk and giving you that extra boost when you need it most.<\/p>\n

Research shows that glute strength<\/a> plays a major role in enhancing running mechanics and minimizing injury risk. By weaving glute-targeting yoga into your routine, you’ll not only improve stride efficiency but also tackle fall races with greater power and confidence. Plus, these poses will help keep you strong and injury-free as the miles and chilly days add up.<\/p>\n

For all of these poses, add repeats as you gain strength. If you’re new to yoga or find the stretches very challenging, try the modifications for beginners or reduce the time in each hold.<\/p>\n

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Chair pose with heel lift<\/strong><\/h2>\n

How it helps<\/strong>: Strengthens glutes and quads for more power in your stride<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Stand with feet hip-width apart.<\/p>\n

Bend knees into a squat, as if sitting in a chair.<\/p>\n

Lift both heels off the ground, balancing on your toes.<\/p>\n

Hold for 5 breaths.<\/p>\n

Modification<\/strong>: Keep heels down for beginners.<\/p>\n