Abs for runners

In this guide, we give you the best core exercises for runners that you can add to your strength workout to improve your running performance and assist in injury prevention.

Check out 8 of the best core exercises for runners. Core training is essential for running strength, helping you stay strong and injury free.

Running is actually very biomechanically challenging—there is a great deal of potential for overuse issues and energy drag if your muscles aren’t supporting your structural system.

I was introduced to the "The Dozen" in the winter of 2012 by my favorite Oregon running family. I love this set of core exercises for its efficient targeting of core muscle groups, and because no gym equipment is required! You can do this on a grass field, in your hotel room, or really anywhere you can lay on a flat surface.

Does running give you abs? While most runners don’t run solely to get abs or tone their body, it can be a nice side benefit of the sport. While running is primarily a cardio exercise, it does strengthen and tone many muscles in your body, including your abs. Since running takes many forms – sprinting, slow jogging, distance running…(just to name a few), we’ll take a look at which types of running builds abs most effectively.

A stable core is a game-changer for any runner. According to experts, it’s the secret to enhancing your performance, reducing lower back pain, and even preventing common running injuries. Here are the best ab exercises every runner should do

Fartlek training helps runners develop speed and endurance. As a professional marathoner and cross country coach, I can attest to its power. 😀🏃‍♀️

Jump Rope Shred is a DAREBEE home cardio and home aerobics workout that helps you reduce your bodyweight and achieve better hand/eye coordination and balance alongside impressive lower body strength.

Yoga for Runners is designed to free your body so you can run faster or run longer, effortlessly.