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How to Incorporate Supplemental Training into Your Running Plan

December 9, 2020

How to Incorporate Supplemental Training into Your Running Plan

We all know that, in order to be a better runner, you need to run more. However, a runner is not built by miles alone. In order to be a better runner, you must also become a better athlete. Strength training, yoga/pilates, and cross-training can all be part of your training to improve general athleticism. But just how do you balance those with running?  Strength Training Is It Necessary? Absolutely. Strength training improves your running by preventing injury, increasing force ...

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Bodyweight Strength Workout for Runners

April 28, 2020

At-Home Bodyweight Strength Workout for Runners

Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Adidas. All opinions expressed are my own.  In the midst of the pandemic upheaval, we runners have an opportunity. More and more races may be getting cancelled, but you can still run and even train without a race on the calendar. We can focus on becoming stronger athletes. Part of becoming a stronger runner is strength training regularly. The benefits of strength training for runners are numerous. Consistent strength training improves your power ...

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Strength Training Hacks for Runners

October 23, 2019

Strength Training Hacks for Runners

Strength training is essential for runners - but it can also be difficult to fit in long strength training sessions into your training plan. For most runners, quality matters more than quantity. You will benefit from even one or two 15-30 minute sessions per week if you are focusing on the quality of your strength workout.  It’s vital to remember that more is not always better. More reps and more exercises are not necessarily more effective. Going faster throughout your reps is certainly ...

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Why to Strength Train during Marathon Training

July 17, 2019

Why to Strength Train during Marathon Training

The idea of adding strength training into marathon training can sound daunting. You are running more miles than normal, with longer long runs and harder workouts. The sheer volume of running alone is tiring. However, it’s worth taking the time and energy to strength train during marathon training, even at the expense of a few miles.  I’ve talked plenty before about the benefits of strength training for runners - and those benefits are even more applicable for the physical demands of the ...

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Stability Ball Core Workout for Runners

June 14, 2019

Stability Ball Core Workout: 5 Stability Exercises to Strengthen Your Core for Faster Running

 Most runners and coaches know that strength training is essential for runners. Strength training reduces injury risk, improves power output, and increases fatigue resistance. Core work is one aspect of strength training (although not the only aspect) - and certainly one of the most popular for runners. This stability ball core workout is one way to incorporate core work into your larger strength training regimen.  Core Work Inproves Your Stability Your core is composed of the ...

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