Hypokalemia is not commonly caused by poor dietary intake. The most common reason that potassium levels fall is due to the loss from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the kidney. Potassium loss from the GI tract may be caused by: Vomiting.
Primary Muscles Used While Running. Primary muscles will get the most impact from your movement and therefore should receive more care. Your primary muscles while running will include your quads (quadriceps femoris), hamstrings, gluteus maximus, iliopsoas, and your calf muscles. quads. Your quads are muscle groups of four basic muscles located on your front thighs. You will be able to see and identify these muscles on the picture to your right.
Your arms are important for balance as you run. Moving the arms in rhythm with your legs can also control your speed. Keeping your arms bent at a 90-degree angle keeps your biceps contracted, working them throughout your run. The forward and backward motion of the arms helps work your triceps and shoulder muscles.