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6 Core Workouts for Runners

August 24, 2021 • 5 Comments

Strong runners need a strong core. Here's 6 core workouts for runners to keep you strong and injury free

If you’re anything like me, you know how important a strong core is to your running, but you often neglect to incorporate it into you weekly routine. If that’s true, then these six quick core workouts should give you a great resource and hopefully a little motivation to give your core the attention it needs!

Get strong with these 6 Core Workouts from @happyfitmama @vitatrain4life @carlypizzani…

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Having a strong core isn’t about obtain a six-pack, it is about staying injury free and becoming a stronger runner! This is a great place to start!

Keep your core strong with this quick core strength workout-RunFarGirl

If you need a quick workout that targets your core this workout its for you:

Side plank 30 seconds each side

Side plank with running leg (in a side plank position, move your top leg in a running motion-it requires extra stabilization!)

Reverse plank

Farmer walk with Kettlebell (Never done a farmers walk? Check out this helpful video HERE.)

Check out these great core workouts from some of my favorite bloggers! 

Allie’s Abs HERE.

 

 

 

Nellie’s core workout HERE.

Nellie Core Workout

Laura’s workout HERE.

Core Workout for Runners This Runner's Recipes

And this one from Carly.

Core Workout for Runners

And this one from Angela HERE.

Strengthen your running when you build a strong core with this core workout for runners. happyfitmama.com

6 Core Workouts for Runners #getstrong #workoutsforrunners

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  1. vitatrain4life says

    August 24, 2021 at 8:45 am

    I love doing this link-up with you! So many great workouts with everyone, as usual. I really love your picture on the deck in Wells 🙂 Wish I was back there!!

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  2. Nellie says

    August 24, 2021 at 9:08 am

    such great workouts this month! I especially loved that you said having a strong core isn’t about having a six pack-amen!

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  3. thisrunnersrecipes says

    August 24, 2021 at 4:13 pm

    Love this month’s theme! I’m excited to try your workout with the farmer’s carry.

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    August 24, 2021 at 6:00 am

    […] Sarah from Run Far Girl has a simple, effective and deadly core workout for you. Are you guys sensing some planks in your future? I love this workout, I will definitely incorporate it into my strength training: […]

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