How to Fit Strength Training Together with Running to Improve your Performance

Most runners know that doing at least some strength training is
beneficial but figuring out how to fit this into a training
schedule can be difficult. On today’s show, coach Andie joins us
to cover the “how” and “why” of fitting strength work into your
training schedule so you can get all of the performance benefits
without feeling like you’re compromising your runs.


We get that most of you listening love to run and probably spend
a lot of time getting in your easy runs and workouts. That’s why
we’re focusing on strength work as a complement to run training
and not something you need to choose between. In fact, proper
strengthening can dramatically lower your risk of injury to help
you run longer and healthier. Nailing the timing and frequency of
these workouts will help you progress in the sport even without
changes to your running. You also don’t need to spend a lot of
time to see these benefits. The key though, is doing the right
kind of training for your running goals.


During the show, we’ll help you find this perfect balance between
strength work and running with topics such as:


The benefits incorporating regular strength training into
your routine

The muscle groups and exercises that are most important for
long-distance running

Determining the right timing and frequency of strength
training for your goals

Whether it’s better to strength train before or after running

How to adjust your strength work as you get closer to goal
races



It can be such a challenge to strike this perfect balance and I’m
excited to share this conversation with you on how to fit
strength work together with your running.


Interview with Duane Scotti on plyometrics: Jump Start Your
Running with Plyometrics: Duane Scotti - Runners Connect


Claire Bartholic discusses the best strength workouts for
runners: The Perfect Strength Training for Runners - Runners
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