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If you run regularly, and especially if you're training for a race of any length, you need to work your core. It's vital that you have a strong back and abdominals to maintain proper running posture. Having a strong core is a surefire way of becoming a stronger runner; this combination of exercises is specifically designed for runners and will help maximize speed and efficiency.

Directions: Perform each exercise for one minute. We recommend adding this quick routine to the end of any run.

Plank With Side Step
Runner's Crunch
Seated Russian Twist
Trunk Twist
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