Can getting abs help with running faster?

Question

Can getting abs help with running faster?

Answer 1

yes, a strong core helps with ur running form and the better ur form, the faster u are too!

Answer 2

yes a stronger core will make you faster

also doing crunches or whatever will help you lose some flab [if you have any!] which will make you lighter therfore faster

good luck!

Answer 3

Most definitely yes.  You don't necessarily have to have an outstanding six-pack, but a good core help transfer all of your power to the right places.  It's like having a good stiff frame on a race car.  No wasted motion.

Answer 4

In a Way Yes, It helps your Pectoral Muscles, Relating to Your Breathing, At Times Breathing Can Slow You Down While Running. If You're Gasping for Breath, Your Pectoral Muscles (Abs) should take away that gasping in no time.

Answer 5

any part of ur lower body will help u run faster   chicks love 6 pack abs

Answer 6

Definitely..without a doubt. When you run - you are doing a whole body work-out...arms, legs and abs!

Definitely running builds your abs up...

Answer 7

yes,it does.