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EP 89: The Running Warm-Up Actually Worth Your Time

Dec 18, 2025
12 mins

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Episode Description

Are you skipping your warm-up before runs? πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ You could be risking injury and hurting your performance! In this video, Dr. Alyssa Olenick (Exercise Scientist and 7x Ultra Runner) reveals her quick and effective warm-up routine specifically designed for runners.


Learn how to activate your calves, glutes, and hamstrings using simple bodyweight movements and low-grade plyometrics like skipping and hopping β€” all in just minutes. These evidence-backed exercises will boost your mobility, prevent injury, and make every run feel better.


This video is a podcast version of a full YouTube, watch it here on Spotify (video version) or on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/yNKNjOBS6vo.


🌟 What You’ll Learn:

β†’ Why warming up is non-negotiable for runners

β†’ Time-saving routines for busy runners

β†’ Easy bodyweight exercises targeting key muscle groups

β†’ How to use dynamic movement to activate your body


🎯 Whether you're training for a 5K or just getting back into running, this warm-up is a must.


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