Best Bodyweight Exercises For Runners

1. Squats

Squats build leg and abdominal strength while increasing muscle flexibility.

Squats

Once you feel stronger, you can add some weight, such as a dumbbell held with both hands at chest height.

Squats

To perform a squat, stand upright with your legs slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

2. Lunges

The lunge, like the squat, is an excellent bodyweight exercise for athletes. 

Lunges

It is beneficial for fortifying leg muscles, particularly the quadriceps. 

Lunges

To perform a lunge, stand with your legs separated by shoulder-width.  

Calf raises

Runners frequently suffer from calf injuries, so it is advisable to strengthen the muscles in the lower thighs. 

Calf raises

To perform calf raises, stand with your feet approximately hip-width apart and then elevate yourself onto your toes. 

Planks

The plank is an excellent physical exercise for fortifying the core.

Planks

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Single leg balances

Single-leg balances are also beneficial for increasing muscle strength and the balance required for optimal performance by runners.

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