Harri Angell is an experienced REPs Level 3 qualified mat Pilates instructor, personal trainer and England Athletics Leader in Running Fitness. She is the author of Pilates for Living, also published by Bloomsbury.

Pilates for Runners is a valuable resource filled with mat Pilates exercises designed for runners of all abilities. The clear and accessible exercises will help runners develop core strength, flexibility, improved balance, coordination and better posture, all of which are important for injury-free running and optimal performance.

Alongside the clear step-by-step exercises you will find expert advice and motivational interviews with real runners who testify to the transformative power of Pilates.

Pilates is really good for runners to help improve their overall body strength, control and conditioning. I think that it's easy to get hooked on more and more miles, times and distance. Focusing on a strong foundation helps your body tolerate the training, recover and maintain consistency. It can also help with flexibility.

Pilates helped me focus on key areas of stability and conditioning that are important (but often neglected) by marathoners.

Are you struggling with a running injury or wanting to strengthen your stride? Harri Angell, has created a manual to help build and rehabilitate a runner's body. Thanks to its strengthening powers, Pilates is the perfect running partner

Learn how to harness the Pilates principles of breathing, concentration and relaxation to boost your endurance and beat post-race nerves