Hip strength plays a valuable role in the mechanics of your whole body. Examples of some hip exercises for runners to increase stability and endurance include: If you’re not quite sure where to start when it comes to strength training, integrating the above hip-strengthening exercises into your training plan is a great place to begin. Coach Andrew Simmons and Dr. Jesse Riley have designed...
A healthy back is as important to your running as fit legs. "If your back muscles aren't strong, they'll tend to fatigue faster, taking energy away from other muscles, and change your stride, which can lead to injury," says Lynn Millar, Ph.D., professor of physical therapy at Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan. Here's a look at how each of your posterior muscles impacts your...
