TIED UP!
THESE RESISTANCE-BAND BASED EXERCISES WORK THE MUSCLES RIGHT AROUND YOUR THIGH, HELPING TO KEEP YOUR LEGS STRONG AND INJURY-FREE. STRONG LEGS MEAN MORE POWER AND LESS FATIGUE WHEN YOU RUN.
WORDS: JENNIFER BOZON ILLUSTRATIONS: BEN FOXALL
Preparation
Run on the spot for one minute to warm up, then do 20 reps of each exercise. The circuit takes about six minutes (with the first minute as running on the spot). Start with two circuits and build up to three.
SQUATS
Works the front thighs (quadriceps) and bottom muscles (glutes), helping to keep your knees strong and add power to your running (especially up hills!).