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The 16 Best Bodyweight Exercises For Runners (& How to Start Body Weight Training)

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female runner doing Bodyweight Exercises

When it comes to running, strength training is crucial. In fact, sticking to a regular strength training program can actually make you a better runner.

In fact, runners who strength train are usually healthier, stronger, injury-free and more likely to keep reaching new levels of performance. In fact, sticking to a runner-specific strength routine is hands down one of the best things you can spend your valuable timing doing.

So if you are serious about becoming a well-rounded runner, then here is a cross-training bodyweight strength workout routine to try.

So today I decided to share with you some excellent bodyweight strength exercise you can do at home in minimal time and with no equipment required—unless you choose to do so.

Run Strong, Run Smart: 25 Essential Core Exercises for Every Runner

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The Benefits Of Core Training For Runners

One of the best ways to improve your running without running more is improving your core power and strength. The core—as the name implies—is the baseline of human performance.

What Is The Core?

The core muscles are the epicenter of the body. They connect the pelvis, spine and trunk to each other and to the rest of your body, including your shoulders blades, hips and legs.

They are at the center of everything—the the basis for all of your movement, whether you are an elite runner or an Olympic power lifter.

It’s More Than Abs

First of all, you need to understand that your “core” isn’t just your abs. it’s more than that. Having a solid core is more than just having strong abdominal muscles. The core extends to the lower back, gluteal muscles, and other areas.

The core involves five main areas.

The rectus abdominus—what we usually refer to the six-pack muscle.
The oblique—or what’s known as the side abs.
The erector spinae—aka the lower back muscles.
The transversus muscles or deep abs, and
The gluteal muscles—the butt muscles.

The 13 Best Exercises To Improve Running

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Strength Exercises For Runners

Looking to supercharge your running skills? Well, you’re in for a treat! Let’s talk about something that transformed my running game – strength training. It turned me into a more efficient, injury-resistant runner, and I’m here to share the wisdom with you. I firmly believe that if you follow the advice I’m about to lay … Read more

Running Exercises at Home – Strength Training for Runners (No equipment Needed)

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No-Equipment Home Workout for Runners

Runners need to strength train, period.

I keep saying over and over again.

The truth is, if you are a runner who doesn’t strength train, then you are missing out, big time.

So please do not neglect strength training.

Of course, this is easier said than done. Sticking to the regular running program, then having enough time to make the trip to the gym to strength train, is not always easy to pull off—especially if you just like the rest of us, stressed and pressed for time.

But that doesn’t mean that you have to give up strength training altogether.

Top 6 Cardio Alternatives to Running – Exercises to Replace Running

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unning is a cardiovascular exercise per excellence…

But, truth be told, hitting the pavement is just one cardio option, and there are other ways, more and less beneficial to some degree, to get a cardio kick.

Of course, I still love running pretty much. But sometimes a little bit of change can do wonders to motivation and training consistency—especially if you are injured, burned out, or just bored.

See, the benefits of cross training abound.

Therefore, if you have trouble running—whether you are nursing an injury, are burned out or just looking to spice things up—know that you have quite a lot of alternatives.
6 Cardio Workout Alternatives to Running

The 30 Minute Jump Rope Workout For Runners (+22 Advanced Exercises)

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woman doing Jump Roping Workout

Are you ready to unleash the power of the humble jump rope? Well, you’ve landed in the perfect spot. Imagine this: an exercise that improves your endurance, builds strength, and torches calories, all in just 15 minutes! Sounds too good to be true, right? But trust me, it’s not a fairy tale. It’s the magic … Read more

Unlock Your Running Potential: Top 6 Glute Exercises for Enhanced Performance

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Glute Exercise

The glutes are the source of power when it comes to running or any other athletic endeavor. When you run, your glutes muscles keep your pelvis steady and level, and also keep your torso, pelvis and legs aligned.

Therefore, these muscles should the focus of every runner’s oriented strength workout program.

But truth be told. The glutes are usually ignored. And most runners end up paying a hefty price when they don’t give the glutes the attention and care they require. Don’t be one of them.

Speaking from my personal experience, glute training was never my thing. And I still have glute weakness issues that I’m dealing with.

We have our weaknesses. Nobody is perfect.

But one can always get on the endless path for perfection.

SUSTAINABLE FITNESS: TIPS FOR MORE ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY TRAINING

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You can make your fitness routine sustainable and consciously avoid climate-damaging products. Here are some tips to make your workout more environmentally and climate-friendly.  Air conditioning systems, electrically powered fitness equipment, elaborate lighting in gyms, and highly processed animal protein drinks – the conventional fitness industry is often lagging when it comes to sustainability. Gyms, … Read more