Is it true that toning your abs can help you run faster?

Question

Is it true that toning your abs can help you run faster?

Answer 1

no! however, running faster does help you tone your abs.

Answer 2

Toning your abs in and of itself doesn't make you faster.  However, it has consequences that make you faster.  Having a strong core allows you to maintain posture and form better, and for a longer period of time.  This allows you to run more efficiently, which allows you to use less energy for the same distance, so you can kick harder at the end.  

So, through a long transitive property, strengthening your core will make you faster (Hope that wasn't confusing)

~Abab

Answer 3

The best runners are fit all around even arms and shoulders. Abs look great and help with any kind of sport.

Answer 4

having strong abs helps you do anything better / faster.

Answer 5

Yea, you need a strong core.