Masterclass -SQUATS & CRUNCHES
IN THE FIRST OF A NEW SERIES, FITNESS EDITOR ANNE-MARIE LATEGAN SHOWS YOU HOW TO PERFECT SOME CLASSIC STRENGTH MOVES, WHICH WILL MAKE YOU A BETTER, MORE INJURY-RESISTANT RUNNER
WORKOUT
SQUAT
Squats are very important for runners. It is a weight-bearing exercise, which helps you to increase the strength in your leg muscles. By increasing in strength, your muscles become more efficient with oxygen consumption. This will also help you to create more speed and cope better with hills.
EASY SQUAT
Muscles: Front and back thighs, bottom (quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes)
Technique:
• Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart with your toes pointing out to 45 degrees
• Bend both knees to perform a squat
• Lower until your thighs are parallel with the floor
• Keep your back straight and look forwards