Edward Komberg

Chiropractor & Business Entrepreneur

Back-Friendly Running: Cadence, Hips, and Simple Cues

Runners often fight the same villains: overstriding, stiff hips, sleepy core. A few cues change load dramatically and keep your back happier across miles.

Quick Wins

  • Cadence: Nudge +5–10 steps/min from your baseline to reduce overstride impact.
  • Posture: Tall through the crown, slight forward lean from ankles, not the waist.
  • Arms: Relaxed swing close to body; shoulders down.

Prep (6 Minutes)

  • Hip hinges x 10; calf raises x 12.
  • Open-books x 6/side; band rows x 12.
  • Dead bug 2×6/side.

Progress Gradually

Increase total weekly volume by ~10–15%, keep one truly easy day, and respect hills—downhill loads the back and hips more than you think.

Dr. Edward Komberg: “Cadence is a dimmer switch for impact. A small bump smooths the ride for your back.”

Back grumpy after runs? See Dr. Edward Komberg for cadence checks and a hip/core tune-up.


About the Author: Helping LA runners keep streaks alive without nagging pain.

About the Author

Dr. Edward Komberg began in La Palma, CA and built three Southern California clinics over 37 years. He’s treated more than 500,000 patient visits, staying focused on calm, effective, patient-first care.