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A lack of hip strength can lead to aching knees after running, exercise scientists have found. This is known as patellofemoral pain syndrome, which affects the muscles in the front of the knee. Weak hip muscles can also affect how well you run, as they can't control the movement of your legs, which can lead to unhealthy stress on your knees. The runner's world, an American sports authority magazine, has a four-action workout routine three times a week that works hip muscles and prevents knee problems during running. 1. Lunges leg press Relax your shoulders and back. Take a step forward with one foot, landing on your heel first, then landing on your entire foot. Bend your knees 90 degrees, with your legs parallel to the ground. Return to starting position, change direction, and do 10 times for both feet. 2. Side plank yoga Lie on your side, bend your elbows on your side, with your upper arm on the floor, and support your body on the outside of your feet. Slowly raise your hips and your body in a straight line. Beginners can bend their legs, lower the difficulty, hold for 15 to 20 seconds, then switch sides and repeat the same action. 3. One-legged bridge yoga Lie on your back, knees bent. Push the gluteus muscle up, pull up your hips, find balance, lift one of your feet, place your ankle on the other leg's knee, and hold for more than five seconds. Change your feet and do it again, five times each.