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Month-long core routine boosts running form and stability

A month-long commitment to daily core exercises significantly improved one runner’s posture, balance, and running performance, while reducing injury risk. The targeted routine included planks, side ...

Hate crunches? These four dumbbell moves strengthen your deep core muscles without having to get on the floor

“Dumbbell squats are arguably one of the best core exercises in existence,” says Ghafari. “The weight is trying to pull your ...

Not sit-ups — I have tried almost every abs exercise, and this is the one I always do

When I only have time for one abs exercise, I make it the bicycle crunch ...
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I added these basic core moves to my training for 30 days—here’s what it did for my running

This mini core workout has helped me run regularly ...

These 6 Lower Back Exercises Can Help Stave off Injury

If you’re trying to fix that nagging back pain—or more importantly prevent it—try the following strength exercises and lower ...
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6 Reasons to Work Your Core That Have Nothing to Do With ‘Getting Abs’

A quick scan of any gym will show you: Abs exercises are one of the most popular ways people fill their workout time. That’s great—but many folks fall into the trap of prioritizing core workouts in ...
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Strength Training for Runners Is a Thing—and You Don’t Want to Skip It

Yes, running more—provided you build up gradually over time—can make you a better runner, but it’s hardly the only piece of the puzzle. Strength training is a huge factor too: Adding it to your ...