5 Strength Exercises For Runners To Improve Endurance and Speed

#5 Russian Twists

The Russian twist is a wonderful strength training exercise that targets the entire core region; particularly, the obliques are activated with unrivalled precision.

Instructions:

Step 1: Lie down on the floor in a supine position and place your feet together. Hold them in position and slightly raise your knees such that legs form an arc with the floor. Raise the upper body such that torso and the thighs form a ‘V-shape.’ Secure a weight plate and place it in front of the abdomen with fully extended arms.

Step 2: Twist the torso to the right until the arms are parallel to the floor.

Step 3: Pause for a second and return to the initial position. Perform the same motion to the left to complete one rep.

Repeat the exercise for the recommended number of repetitions.

Important tips: Keep the elbows close to the body throughout the duration of the exercise. People with a history of back problems must exercise caution while performing the Russian Twists.

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Edited by Nishant Jayaram