Strength exercises for runners
Running isn’t the only exercise a runner or an athlete has to do. In order to prepare his body there are different exercises a runner has got to do to strengthen his muscles, these workout tips will help him run faster and longer. These 30 minutes simple exercise everyday can lead to a better and a stronger body.
The simplest and one effective exercise is plank. You need to balance yourself on elbows, with legs your legs parted a little bit. Starting from 30 seconds and going until 1 minute when the core is stronger. It helps strengthen your lower back and shoulders and also reduces belly fat. Scorpion is also similar and focuses on the same body parts, the difference is you just have to be in the pushup position and balance on your palms. It’s easier than the plank.
Next are squats with overhead press. You can easily just do squats without using any object that’s usually for beginners. You part your legs a little, and bend your legs. Push your hips back and lower your body. This is a great exercise for legs, glutes, lower back etc. To make it a little harder, add weights and hold them above your head. This is going to help improve your shoulder and upper back workout.
Next are lunges. Lunges have been an essential part for every gym and workout session, hence it’s great for runner because lunges are mostly for legs and running requires legs…. obviously! You should begin with your one leg forward and bend lower until your knee is 90 degrees in angle. To make it harder work with dumbbells. Lungers are great for glutes, hamstrings, and overall legs. It strengthens your muscles and makes your legs stronger. Different exercises also include ball hip extension, rotational shoulder press which helps with biceps, shoulders, legs and hips.