If you enjoy running and want to improve your stride while preventing annoying injuries, strength training is a great complement.
Here are 5 exercises that will make you a better runner.
Strength training is a great (and important) complement to running for those who run a lot. Strength training can, among other things, increase your performance, prevent injuries, and improve your balance and body control. Additionally, strong muscles recover faster from intense sessions.
As a runner, it’s important to focus on the right things. Calves, thighs, hips, and core are four areas that are good to strengthen a bit extra.
5 strength exercises for runners
- One legged deadlift
- Hip thrusts
- Skipping rope
- Bulgarian squats
- Dynamic mobility for hips/backside
Would you prefer a ready-made workout? Try this workout in the IMR app.