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lah30fGraduate
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Hi, I am currently doing my consolidation runs after graduating. Up until now I have used the 5 min brisk walks as my warm-up but want to find exercises I can do before I actually leave the house. Is there one place in particular I should be looking to get this information. Thanks in advance.

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cheekychipmunksGraduate

I personally do a pre-run yoga routine at home. Nothing strenuous, just gentle, careful stretching. 👍

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IannodaTruffeMentor

There is a link to pre run dynamic stretches in the guide to the plan healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

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davelinksGraduate

nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/h...

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UnfitNoMoreGraduate

I do the dynamic stretches and a few stair brisk stair climbs if I’m running from my front door.

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lah30fGraduate

Thanks all. Will take a look. Not sure about the stair climbs UNM, I live in a bungalow 😂

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