another mother runner

One-Sided Strength

“This routine works the muscles unilaterally, which is how the body moves during running.”
—Janet, another mother runner

—Do 12-15 reps of each exercise using right arm or leg, rest 30 seconds, repeat each exercise using left arm or leg. No rest between exercises.

—Single Leg Squat
—One Arm Bent- Over Row
—Single Leg Deadlift
—One Arm Overhead Press
—Step-Up
—Overhead Tricep Extension
—Bicep Hammer Curl

Repeat 2-3 times

Finish with 12 reps, 2-3 sets each of:
Bird Dog (to up the challenge, do this in plank position)
Reverse Crunch
Side Plank Hip Dips