Videos: Leg Strengthening Exercises for Runners
Splayed feet? Duck feet? If you're out-toeing during your walk or run, don’t worry – you’re not alone!
Your glutes are your running powerhouse. Strengthening them is crucial for holding good running form, improving performance and helping prevent injury.
Single leg exercises are where only one leg touches the ground and the other is held off the ground, for example: Single leg deadlift and single leg squat.
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Incorporating lower body exercises, especially ones targeting your gastrocnemius and soleus, is the best way to strengthen your muscles.
Introducing strengthening exercises to our training routine can prevent or minimise the risk of a knee injury. It’s also helpful for recurring knee pain.
The hamstrings are located at the back of the thigh and form three muscles connecting your knee and hip joints