Episode Details

60: Strength Training for Runners

Published 2 years ago

We received several listener questions about strength training for runners, and this episode has answers!

Discussion points include:

Sample schedules for how to include strength training with your running
Should you always lift on the same day as a hard run?
What are the benefits of strength training for runners?
Managing muscle soreness from strength training
Should you run or lift first?
Is bodyweight strength training enough for a strength training program for runners?
How heavy of weights should you use in a strength workout?
Should runners do upper body strength training?
How often should you strength train?
When to taper down strength training for marathon runners (and other race distances)

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