"A strong core keeps you upright, giving you a stronger centre while you run. Plus, solid posture helps prevent injury and unnecessary pain," Amanda Katz, NASM-certified trainer, told POPSUGAR. She recommends doing a side plank with hip dips after your runs.
- Begin in a side elbow plank on your right side with your heels stacked.
- Inhale and lower your pelvis to the floor, so your right hip hovers just off the floor. Exhale and press up through your right waist to lift your pelvis and return to side plank. Pull your right shoulder blade down your back to stabilise your shoulder.
- Complete three sets of 12 reps on each side. If this is too advanced, beginners can hold a side bridge or side plank for 10 to 15 seconds.
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