And why most runners never fix it.
Most runners think they need more miles, more speed work, or more discipline.
But here’s the truth:
If your glutes and core aren’t doing their job, your running will always feel harder than it should.
When your foundation is weak, your body compensates—
leaking power, losing efficiency, and putting extra stress on your hips, knees, and lower back.
And no amount of training volume fixes that.
That’s exactly why we created this challenge, Reset Your Stride in 14 Days.
This challenge is designed to help you:
✔ Build a stronger, more stable foundation
✔ Improve control and power through every stride
✔ Reduce unnecessary strain on your joints
✔ Run smoother, stronger, and with less effort
If your glutes and core aren’t doing their job, your running pays the price.
Every step becomes less efficient. Your stride loses control. Your body absorbs more stress than it should—and over time, that’s what leads to breakdown.
It’s not just frustrating… it’s exhausting to feel like you’re working harder but not getting better.
That’s why glute, core, and stability training is one of the most overlooked—and most powerful—tools in running.
Because when your foundation is strong, everything changes. Your stride feels smoother. Your effort goes further. Your body finally starts working with you instead of against you.
This challenge is built to help you get there—by fixing the root cause and building the strength, control, and stability your running actually depends on.
✔ Strengthen your glutes, core, and key stabilizing muscles
✔ Improve hip, pelvic, and spinal control through your stride
✔ Correct imbalances caused by repetitive running
✔ Reduce stress on your knees, hips, and lower back
✔ Improve efficiency and power with every step
✔ Feel more stable, controlled, and confident on your runs
Follow-along anytime and anywhere
Built specifically for runners
Easy to fit into your daily routine
This isn’t about crunches or random workouts.
It’s about building functional strength where runners actually need it.
Before the challenge begins, you’ll complete a Glute, Core & Stability Assessment to establish your baseline.
At the end of the 14 days, you’ll retest.
You won’t just notice the difference—you’ll feel it in your running: more stable, more controlled, and more powerful with every stride.
Your body adapts to the positions and patterns you repeat.
Running is repetitive. High impact. And mostly forward motion.
That means certain muscles get overused, while others—especially your glutes and deep stabilizers—get underworked or stop firing properly. Sitting for long periods (at a desk or in a car) only makes this worse.
Over time, this imbalance shows up as:
If your glutes and core can’t stabilize your hips and pelvis, everything above and below has to compensate.
That’s where breakdown—and eventually injury—starts.
If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
Most runners deal with these issues at some point—but very few address what’s actually causing them.
Before we jump into the solution, we need to look at the real root of the problem.
Your core isn’t just your abs—and your glutes aren’t just for power. Together, they create the system that stabilizes your pelvis and spine and controls every step of your stride.
When your glutes and core are doing their job:
✔ Your hips stay stable with each step
✔ Power transfers efficiently through your stride
✔ Your posture stays strong, even on longer runs
When they’re weak or poorly coordinated:
✖ Your hips drop and your stride loses control
✖ Power leaks with every step
✖ Stress shifts into your knees, hips, and lower back
That’s why this challenge is built to strengthen your glutes and stabilize your core the right way—so you’re not just getting stronger, but actually fixing the imbalances that limit your running and lead to injury.
Random core workouts don’t translate to better running.
Real stability requires:
✔ The right muscles activated first—especially your glutes and deep core
✔ Control of your hips and pelvis through each step
✔ Strength layered on top to support speed and performance
That’s why so many runners try “core work” and give up—it’s not that it doesn’t work, it’s that they’re skipping the foundation.
Our approach is intentional, progressive, and built specifically for runners—so you’ll feel more stable, more connected, and more powerful in your stride in just 14 days.
If you want better performance on your runs, it starts with your glutes and core.
Join the 14-Day Glute, Core & Stability Challenge for Runners and build the foundation your running has been missing.
After the Challenge, gain access to the full Dynamic Runner library.
And it’s all accessible to you 24/7 with easy-to-follow, no-nonsense routines that track your progress over time.
It’s as easy as:
Program Length: Ongoing
Average Routine Duration: 20 minutes
Goal: Develop and maintain a healthy range of motion through a combination of static stretches and dynamic movements.
Program Length: 1 - 3 Months
Average Routine Duration: 25 minutes
Goal: Correct muscle imbalances and strengthen supporting muscles so you can run strong and prevent injury. Minimal equipment, follow along at home.
Average Routine Duration: 20 minutes
Goal: Address some of the most common injuries for runners through a combination of mobility and strength training. Programs: ITB Program, Foot Reset, Shin Splints, Knee & Hip Pain.
Program: Warm Ups, Post Run Cooldowns & Drills
Average Routine Duration: 5-10 minutes
Goal: Short warmups and cooldowns done outside, with no equipment, that you can do before or after you run. Properly warming up and cooling down will help you prevent injury and feel better.
Download the Dynamic Runner mobile app to easily follow along with routines and track your progress on your mobile device or tablet.
☑️ Supported devices: iOS and Android
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☑️ Custom calendar feature - set up your own schedule and reminders
☑️ Star favourite classes so you can come back to them later
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"I bought this program 4 weeks ago while suffering with piriformis syndrome and a hip flexor strain that had brought my running to an immediate halt. Within 7 days I was back in business, I follow the program routine daily and will continue to incorporate this into my running moving forward. The routines have been a wondering addition to my strength building and running routine, thanks!" -- Ben H.
"I recently subscribed and am a big fan. Great way to give my muscles the attention they deserve. I recommend this program for it's versatility, clear instructions and user interface." -- James L.
"I have been using the stretching and mobility plan for two months now and am feeling lots of benefits. It has gone beyond the exercises given by physio or osteopaths in the past, and it's so easy to to use on a daily basis." -- David E.
Dynamic Athletics began in 2017 with the creation of Dynamic Cyclist. Our team has grown over the past few years as we have worked with our members to provide ongoing injury prevention and training specific for cyclists. In 2020, we launched Dynamic Runner as a means of providing a similar service to runners. Our goal is to provide quality content from industry professionals in a form that is easy to use and experience results.
Our Team is based in Kelowna, BC, Canada and is made up of a small group of athletic therapists, coaches, and weekend warriors who want to run pain free!
After the challenge, membership is $9.99/month. No contracts or cancellation fees. Cancel before the end of the challenge and you'll never be charged.
Immediate FREE access to the 7-Day On Ramp
Learn how to safely integrate mobility and strength into your daily routine before the challenge begins with short, effective workouts focused on flexibility, strength, and range of motion.
Full access to the 14-Day Glute, Core & Stability Challenge for Runners
The challenge officially kicks off April 20th, 2026, with daily follow-along routines designed specifically to build strength, control, and stability for your running.
Pre- and post-challenge glute, core & stability assessments
Test your baseline before you begin, then reassess after 14 days to see—and feel—how much stronger, more stable, and more efficient your stride has become.
Chance to win prizes
Complete the challenge for your opportunity to win exclusive prizes and giveaways.
Optional continuation membership
After the challenge ends, you’ll have the option (not obligation) to continue with our full mobility and strength program for only $9.99/month.
If you continue into the monthly membership and decide it’s not for you—even if you forget to cancel—just send us a quick email. We’ll happily refund your most recent month, no questions asked.