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Improve Your Running with This Simple Workout (It’s Great for Non-Runners, too!)

Published August 11, 2014
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A woman is performing a plank exercise on a pink yoga mat in a room with white walls and a carpeted floor. She is wearing a white sports bra, black leggings, and pink athletic shoes. This simple workout can help improve your running stamina even if you're non-runners. To the left, there is a shelf with a blue kettlebell. MyFitnessPal Blog
Published August 11, 2014
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Hey all you runners! Lacing up your sneakers isn’t the only thing you should be doing to improve your running. It’s important to cross-train to create better muscle balance and boost your stamina and form. This simple workout from Runtastic’s fitness coach Lunden Souza will do just that.

Not a pavement pounder? These moves are great for non-runners, too! They improve your core, build strength, and develop overall muscle balance, coordination, and control.

The Workout

  • 20 Squats (add dumbbells to increase the intensity)
  • 20 Side Lunge and Reach (add dumbbells to increase the intensity)
  • 10 Push-Ups
  • 12 Marching Bridges
  • 20 Lunge to High Knee
  • 10 Jump Squats

Go through all of the exercises with little to no rest in between. Then rest at the end for 1 to 2 minutes (or until you’re able to catch your breath and can hold a conversation). Repeat the circuit 3 to 5 times.

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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