5 Minute Warm Up for Runners - Seth James DeMoor

Aug 13, 2025

Intro: This is a quick summary of 5 Minute Warm Up for Runners from Seth James DeMoor. It’s a great watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the workout today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.

Key points:

No equipment needed – just bodyweight and a stopwatch.
Five core moves target hips, calves, core and shoulders.
Each move is performed for about 30 seconds per side (or 20 seconds if you need a shorter version).
You can trim the routine to 3‑4 minutes by cutting each interval to 20 seconds.

Workout example (≈5 min):

Donkey kicks – 30 s each leg, focus on straight back and full hip extension.
Mountain climbers – 30 s, drive knees toward chest, increase speed toward the end.
Single‑leg bridge – 30 s per leg, lift hips high, keep core engaged.
Leg swings – 30 s each leg, swing forward gently, avoid forcing the hamstring.
Arm/shoulder rotations – 15 s forward, 15 s backward, then 30 s across (both directions).

Closing note: Grab a timer, run through these moves and hit the road feeling loose and ready. Adjust the interval lengths to match your own pace using the Pacing app – you’re all set for a stronger, injury‑free run!