{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Relaxed Running","title":"#209 - How core strength can transform your running with Alex Ellis","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/bafe4b6b\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2615,"description":"Alexandra Ellis has studied and worked in many different areas of exercise science, fitness, and coaching. She has a degree in Exercise Biology and has amassed nearly 1,000 hours of yoga training. MORE FROM RELAXED RUNNINGPersonal Running Coaching: https://www.relaxedrunning.com/personal-coachingTechnique Analysis: https://www.relaxedrunning.com/techniquecoachingFalls Creek Run Experience: https://www.relaxedrunning.com/falls-creekEPISODE OUTLINE:The importance of developing a strong core (00:01:11)The host and guest discuss the significance of having a strong core for distance runners and athletes in various running-based sports.The benefits of pilates and the challenge of stability exercises (00:03:35)The guest shares her love for pilates and explains why it is a challenging modality that focuses on the coordination of multiple muscle groups. They also discuss the difference between gym training and functional fitness.The versatility of kettlebells for functional training (00:05:30)The guest explains why she loves kettlebells and how they can be used for various exercises that integrate upper body strength, core stability, and footwork. They also compare kettlebells to dumbbells in terms of functionality and grip strength.The importance of core exercises for foot pain relief (00:09:11)Discussion on the effectiveness of basic pilates core exercises in alleviating foot pain and the connection between core strength and stability.The benefits of functional strength training (00:10:08)Exploration of how functional strength training, with a focus on core strength and stability, can improve movement and offset the negative effects of sedentary lifestyles.Efficiency and time-saving in functional training (00:12:17)Explanation of how incorporating functional exercises that target multiple areas simultaneously can save time and still provide effective strength training.Developing Awareness of Imbalances (00:19:19)Discussion on how even slight imbalances in the body can...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/rZRiXnnPxgimNX9Cd66PRvQ0BNLOycBU4PLLGhjQnvc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/Lzk5OTYvMTY5OTIz/MjMwNy1hcnR3b3Jr/LmpwZw.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}