Why are we telling you to train with your arms over your head? Learn the correlation between this and running pain free in this episode!Timestamps of big takeaways[00:41] Importance of Posture and Head Position- Poor posture, especially the head moving forward, can affect overall balance and movement- The head is the heaviest part of the body, and the body is always trying to balance it[02:08] Lack of Overhead Pressing in Typical Runner Strength Training- Many runners focus on bench press, push-ups, rows, and pull-downs but rarely do overhead pressing exercises- Using a lightweight tool like a broomstick or PVC pipe can help improve shoulder mobility and strength[03:49] Consequences of Poor Posture and Lack of Mobility- Starting to work on upper body alignment early on can make a significant difference later in life- Poor posture can lead to issues like the "dowager's hump" in women, where calcium deposits try to strengthen weak muscles[06:21] Importance of Consistency and Daily Practice- Incorporating short, daily exercises can help develop the ability to hold the head in proper alignment- Consistent practice of exercises like arm circles and glute walks can improve overall movement[07:40] Benefits of Proper Alignment in Running- Runners who achieve good alignment often report feeling the "fall" and improved running sensations- Many runners mistakenly attribute issues to tight hips, weak glutes, or other areas, but alignment plays a significant role[10:23] Introducing Overhead Work and Unweighting Concept- Coach Valerie shares her experience with incorporating overhead weight training and its impact on her running form- Let’s talk about unweighting and the importance of training in the position specific to the movement (e.g., standing vs. planking)[12:03] Developing Full Body Strength and Efficiency- Pressing overhead using lightweight tools helps develop a sense of balance and strengthens the upper body- Improved overhead strength and head position can enhance overall feelings of walking, standing, and moving betterRate, Review & Subscribe ReminderDon’t forget to like and subscribe to our show. You can also rate and review our show on Apple Podcasts! We’re on Spotify as well!Links to check out-- https://www.runrx.fit/-- FREE 30 day reboot on YouTube by RunRX https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDPcF8ZrDdILC8bYyn2zR-4xvqKRzp2re-- Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/runrxfit/ and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runrx/ -- Have questions? Email us at support@runrx.fit-- Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RunRX