Running and abs

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kater8er
kater8er Posts: 364 Member
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Just wondering if running is supposed to help your core? I haven't really been doing any ab workouts lately, but I've been running a lot, and my abs are SORE.

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  • rairye
    rairye Posts: 27
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    If you are keeping your core tight while you run, you'll work it out! keep up the good work! :)
  • MinnieInMaine
    MinnieInMaine Posts: 6,400 Member
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    I think so. You're not consciously using those muscles but your keeping yourself upright and naturally moving your torso as you swing your arms so those muscles are getting engaged. My core was sore last night after a run - just standing up at the sink cleaning vegetables was wearing me out!
  • mommyrox05
    mommyrox05 Posts: 238
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    Yes...I would say so! And if they are sore then obviously you are working them out! You Go GIRL!
  • Ashleypeterson37
    Ashleypeterson37 Posts: 347 Member
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    I believe so. I did a 6 mile run last week and my abs are still trying to recoup!

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