Running Tall Form & Activation

Workout - Running Tall Form & Activation

• 10min @ 7'30''/km
• 20s @ 5'30''/km
• 20s @ 5'30''/km
• 20min @ 6'00''/km
• 5min @ 7'30''/km

Ready to start training?

If you already having the Pacing app, click try to import this workout:

Try in App Now

workout/running-tall-form--activation-2b51ab22

Don’t have the app? Copy the reference above,
to import the workout after you install it.

Intro

Here’s a concise breakdown of The Running JEDI has Landed by Seth James DeMoor. Worth watching. The key takeaways are below so you can put the workout into action today. Watch the full video for the context.

Key points

• Running tall: picture a thread gently pulling from the crown of your head, keeping your spine aligned and shoulders open. Prevents slouching and supports running economy, especially when you push limits. A strong, stable core is fundamental when you’re mastering interval training.
• Pre-hab focus: band exercises and single-leg drills reactivate your hips and glutes while building bone density. Foundational work keeps injuries at bay, whether you’re building aerobic fitness or working toward mastering the 10K.
• Community: connect with runners through Strava, Discord, and Instagram. Find local groups and swap experiences.
• 15-minute “injury tunnel” segment: a brief, useful take on maintaining optimism through injury recovery. Worth watching if you’re dealing with rehab frustration or chasing a 5K PR.

Workout example, “Running Tall” drill

1. Setup: anchor a resistance band behind you. Grip the band with both hands, arms stretched forward.
2. Posture cue: imagine a cord drawing upward from your head. Eyes forward, neck relaxed.
3. Movement: step forward alternately with each leg while holding the band taut.
4. Reps: 2 rounds of 10 steps per leg (20 total per round).
5. Progression: add weight or increase band tension as you build strength. Later, layer in the “boom-boom” hops from the video.

Closing note

Try the “Running Tall” drill on your next recovery run or rehab session. Adjust speed or reps in the Pacing app.

References

• The Running JEDI has Landed - YouTube (YouTube Video)