The importance of core strength for runners cannot be overstated. When I attended the Minnesuing Running Camp last October, one of my takeaways was that 90% of running injuries could be prevented with a stronger core. One simple way to strengthen your core is by holding the plank position. Simple, but effective. With that said, it's that time of year again- time for the Right Fits January Continue Reading
Quick Update- Plank Challenge and Gift Card Winner to be Announced…
Hi everyone! I had hoped to squeeze in a post this morning to announce the winner of the $50 gift card to Gear. However, a 7 mile run and a 5 minute plank is all I had time for this AM (bit of a blizzard out there this morning!)Morning run in the blizzard!However, Dustin videotaped me drawing the winner's name last night to ensure all fairness, and I plan to post that video tonight....so yes, a Continue Reading
Fit Challenge: 30 Day Plank Challenge
I'm checking in to see how your planks are going! Can you believe we made it to three minutes? Five minutes isn't that far away.The first time I did three minutes, I had to take a break for a few before getting back into it, but yesterday I did the three minutes straight through! That was TOUGH, but I really do think my core is getting stronger. I never would have thought that I would make it to 3 Continue Reading