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TRX Monday Minute: The Sprinter Start

  • By Mario Fraioli
  • Published May. 8, 2011
  • Updated May. 9, 2011 at 12:14 AM UTC

In this video, professional triathete Chris Lieto and his coach Matt Dixon utilize the TRX suspension trainer to show us the Sprinter Start, an excellent exercise for endurance athletes that engages the core and uses the glutes and quads to improve power and help prevent injuries. Click on the image below to see the exercise in action!

Check out the TRX lunge, another glute-strengthening exercise for runners utilizing the TRX Suspension Trainer.

For even more strength-training and injury-prevention exercises for runners, visit the Monday Minute channel on CompetitorTV.com.

Click on the image to watch video.

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Mario Fraioli

Mario Fraioli

Mario Fraioli is the senior producer at Competitor.com. He was a cross country All-American at Stonehill College, has run 2:28 in the marathon, and coaches the Prado Women's Racing Team in San Diego.