SPOT.
HomeDiscoverScoresWatchListen
SPOT.Sign In

Spot Sports

Everything worth following in sports

Content

  • Videos
  • Podcasts
  • Channels

Company

  • About
  • Support

Legal

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • YouTube Terms

© 2026 Spot Sports. All rights reserved.

Home
Scores
Watch
Listen
My Spot
Why Strong Legs Aren’t Enough (The Missing Link for Runners Over 45)

Running

Why Strong Legs Aren’t Enough (The Missing Link for Runners Over 45)

The She Runs Strong Podcast›
Apr 10, 202639:49

Listen now

Episode Notes

This episode of She Runs Strong is brought to you by Active Forever. Use STRONG at checkout to get 10% off your first order.

Got any questions you'd like answered on the podcast, ask them here: https://www.videoask.com/feuaut9xo

Resources:
Grab your spot in our upcoming masterclass: https://coachparry.com/at4y-Masterclass


Have you ever been told to “engage your core” while running… but had no idea what that actually means?

In this episode, we unpack one of the most misunderstood concepts in running... your core.
And here’s the truth:
👉 It’s not about abs
👉 It’s not about doing more planks
👉 And it might be the reason you’re getting injured

We’re joined by physio Rachel Evans, who breaks down:
What your core actually is (hint: way more than abs)
Why runners, especially women, struggle with core strength
How poor core function leads to injuries, inefficiency, and fatigue
The biggest mistakes people make with exercises like planks
Simple, effective core exercises you can start today

If you’ve been dealing with niggles, lower back pain, or your form falling apart on long runs… this episode could be a game-changer.

Next listen

All from The She Runs Strong Podcast →
The Truth About Ultra Running as a Female Athlete

Next listen

The Truth About Ultra Running as a Female Athlete

Yesterday22:46

Next listen

The Truth About Ultra Running as a Female Athlete

The Truth About Ultra Running as a Female Athlete

Yesterday22:46
Why Running Feels HARD (And What To Do About It)

Why Running Feels HARD (And What To Do About It)

Apr 3, 202626:40
Female Runners Over 45: Fix Fatigue, Weight Gain & Performance

Female Runners Over 45: Fix Fatigue, Weight Gain & Performance

Mar 27, 20261:01:04
All from The She Runs Strong Podcast→

Related Podcasts

Ali on the Run Show

Ali on the Run Show

Ali Feller

Running
Some Work, All Play

Some Work, All Play

David Roche and Megan Roche

Running
Singletrack

Singletrack

Finn Melanson

Running
The Strength Running Podcast

The Strength Running Podcast

Jason Fitzgerald

Running
Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara

Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara

Des Linden and Kara Goucher

Running