
Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization
The Running Athlete
This course runs from September 9-11, 2022
We will meet in-person at:
FunctionSmart
5945 Pacific Center Blvd., Suite 510
San Diego, Ca 92121
Course Objectives:
DNS Running Athlete – Sports Specific course
- Postural-locomotion function from a developmental perspective
- Developmental kinesiology aspects for ideal stereotype of running and other sports performance
- Biomechanics of gait and the running cycle
- Basic core stabilization as a prerequisite for locomotion patterns
- The role of the diaphragm during aerobic exercise; dual postural-respiratory diaphragmatic function
- Correction and training of the proper breathing stereotype
- The extremities functional differentiation for running – stepping forward and supporting function for the contralateral pattern of running
- DNS exercise positions to train core stabilization as a prerequisite of the ideal running stereotype
- Biomechanical and developmental kinesiology principles for foot centration & foot orthotics and selection of optimal shoes for different type of running
- The most frequent types of musculoskeletal dysfunction resulting from non optimal running stereotype and poor methodology of training: plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, knee pain, hip pain, low back pain
- Stretching and coordination exercises from the developmental perspective in order to get ready for running; educating the runner
*Space will be limited in order to provide an ideal ratio between instructor and students.
Course Time:
Course Fee’s:
Early Bird before August 1st $715 USD
Regular $800 USD
Student $675 USD
**The 80 EUR Prague School of Rehabilitation Fee is included in the course fee!**


Dr. Michael Rintala is one of the Prague School of Rehabilitation Primary Instructors teaching Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) in the United States. He is also a DNS Certified Exercise Trainer (DNSET).
DPT, PhD Petra Valouchova, is one of the Prague School of Rehabilitation Certified Czech DNS instructors. She specializes in locomotor system dysfunction rehabilitation.
