Core Training for Runners

A strong core can go a long way!  Core muscles in your abs, low back, and glutes provide stability, power, and endurance. You will run faster and prevent running injuries.  Standard crunches don’t work the deep core muscles that provide stability and power.

PLANKS ON ELBOWS

1. Be sure butt is flat

2. Elbows directly under your shoulders

3. Belly button pulled to the spine

4. Medicine ball can be added for added challenge

TWISTS ON BOSU

1. Keep knees slightly bent and hips facing forward

2. Twist side to side

3. Modification can be to stand of the floor and twist with the medicine ball.

ROLL OUTS ON BALL

1. Kneel on the floor and place forearms and elbows on ball
2. Roll out slightly to elbows and roll back using your abdominals.

3. For a good stability move hold a plank on top of the ball. (legs straight on toes)