Balancing act: Resistance curls

Powerful hamstrings will improve your running cadence (rate of leg turnover), so you will be able to run faster and more efficiently. Take on Balancing act: Resistance curls and you will be well on your way to a PB!

Technique

• Tie a resistance band around your right ankle.
• Stand with your left foot on the band and hold the edge in your left hand.
• Keep your knees together, with your right foot slightly behind your body.
• Ensure that there is tension in your resistance band.
• Curl your right leg up towards your bottom.
• Slowly lower with control.
• Complete one set on the right before changing over to the left.

Be safe

Keep your upper body upright and your stomach tight.