Want to run stronger? Coach Kristin shows you how

Discover six exercises designed to support every mile.

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June 4, 2026 1:05am EDT

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Strength training for runners

Strong legs, stable hips and a solid core can make all the difference on race day. Kristin walks you through six exercises designed to support your running and help you stay strong through every mile.

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Bulgarian split squat with rotation

This exercise strengthens the legs, hips and core for more stable running. Keep your chest lifted, lower into the split squat and rotate through the upper body as you move down.

Single Leg Calf Raise

Stand on one leg on a step or elevated surface while holding a weight in the same hand as the working leg. Push up onto your toes and slowly lower your heel below the edge to strengthen your calves and ankles for running.

Hamstring Bridge Walk Elevated

Lie on your back with your heels placed on an elevated surface and lift your hips off the ground. Keep your hips raised throughout the movement, alternate legs with control and drive through the heel to strengthen the hamstrings and glutes.

Single Leg RDL with Knee Drive

Hold a weight in one hand and hinge forward on the opposite leg while keeping your back flat. As you return to standing, drive the knee up and rotate the weight across your body toward the lifted leg to challenge balance, stability and coordination.

Banded Tibialis Anterior Raises

Sit with one leg extended and a resistance band looped around the front of the foot. Flex the foot upward against the band with control to strengthen the front of the lower leg and improve ankle stability for running.

Copenhagen plank

This exercise builds inner-thigh strength, core stability and hip control for stronger running. Lift the hips into a straight plank position, then slowly lower and raise them with control. Move closer to the elevated surface for a more beginner-friendly variation.

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