Alameda Runners – Get After It!

Runners need to have good abs to help lift their legs for long distance runs.  I have a nice brutal ab work out from youtube posted above.  Long time runners should be able to make it all of the way to the hip thrusts.  The new runners may only be able to 5 reps of each exercise then stop at the first break.  The nice thing about this workout is that it is short and fast.  He does 20 reps of each set.  If you can only do 4 reps, take a break then start at the next set.  I recommend staying on the floor for all of the routines the first few times through the workout.  When he puts his legs on the couch for crunches, keep yours on the floor with your legs bent.

Do not feel bad if you can do the whole routine.  I can’t do it either.  Give me two months and I will be there.  Try it out.  Once or twice a week is enough to work your abs to make you a stronger runner.