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Why "Tight" Muscles Aren’t Always Short & The Truth About Running Flexibility | with JP Gloria

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Do you really need to be able to do the splits to run a marathon? Today, Thomas sits down with Physical Therapist and Running Coach JP Gloria to debunk the biggest myths surrounding mobility and flexibility.

We discuss why some of the world’s best runners are actually the "stiffest," why stretching your tight hip might be making your injury worse, and how to differentiate between a short muscle and a brain that is just trying to protect you.

In this episode, we cover:

  • Mobility vs. Flexibility: Understanding the difference between passive range on a table and active range while running.
  • The Stiffness Advantage: Why "stiff" tendons can actually make you a more efficient runner.
  • The "Tightness" Trap: Why that tight sensation in your hip or calf is often a neurological protection mechanism, not a shortened muscle.
  • Stop Stretching Injuries: Why static stretching can aggravate conditions like gluteal tendinopathy or insertional Achilles issues.
  • Practical Solutions: How to use eccentric loading (like RDLs) to build strength and mobility simultaneously.
  • The Upper Body Connection: How a stiff torso can cause your legs to cross over while running.

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  • Video Version: This episode includes visual demonstrations of hip extension and ankle mobility tests. Watch the full video on our YouTube channel or on Spotify.

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