ENGLISH
ABOUT

Test your core strength

A strong core supports smooth, stable running biomechanics, while a soggy middle will hamper your form and sap your energy, compromising performance and increasing your injury risk. ‘Strong abdominals help you transfer force as you run,’ says personal trainer Ben Camara of No.1 Fitness in London (bencamara.com). ‘They also keep your hips in line and stop your chest dropping so your running form doesn’t fail as you tire.’

Runner's World
Created by Runner's World (User Generated Content*)User Generated Content is not posted by anyone affiliated with, or on behalf of, Playbuzz.com.
On Jan 7, 2016
1

Test yourself: Swiss ball pike

Adopt a press-up position, feet resting on a Swiss ball. Pull your feet towards your chest and lift your hips until they are above your shoulders. Lower back down and repeat as many times as you can.

2

Improve: Walking pikes

‘Doing a pike without a Swiss ball is easier,’ says Camara.

Adopt a plank position, with your weight on your forearms and toes. Inch forward on your toes and hinge at the hips until you’re in an upside-down V. Reverse the movement. Do 3 x 8 reps.

3

Improve: Walking spiderman

This works your obliques.

From a press-up position, reach forward with your right knee and left hand (right knee lands by right elbow and left hand in front of your head). Repeat with the opposite limbs to crawl across the floor. Do 3 x 30 secs.

These are 10 of the World CRAZIEST Ice Cream Flavors
Created by Tal Garner
On Nov 18, 2021