Core training plays an important role in the endurance runner’s overall training programme. It improves running form and overall athletic performance and reduces the risk of injury.
The core is much more than just the abs. It includes all the muscles that stabilize and support the pelvis, spine, and trunk.
Core training should generally take place three times per week. Whether you run before or after work, schedule your core training at the opposite side of the day or during lunchtime, so that it won’t detract from your running.
Follow the sequence of exercises, do it twice. Make sure you fully recover between the two sets, rest 15 – 20 secs between exercises. Start with the following repetitions but increase it as you progress:

Leg pushaway

20 repetitions

Lying bridge

6 repetitions of 5 seconds each – squeeze the glutes when bringing the hips up

Superman
12 repetitions

Tabletop
12 repetitions

Plank

4 repetitions of 14 seconds each

Side plank

3 repetitions of 10 seconds each

Standing knee hold

20 seconds on each leg