Aug 27 ā¢ Injury Prevention
Why Strength Training is a Game-Changer for Runners šāāļøšŖ
Lately, Iāve been getting this question a lot:š āWhat strength exercises should I do to improve my running?ā
The truth? Thereās no one-size-fits-all program. Every runner has different strengths, weaknesses, and imbalancesāand thatās why building a smart plan starts with a baseline assessment.
š A Functional Movement Screening (FMS) is one of the best ways to find that baseline. By running through simple movements like squats, lunges, planks, and pushups, we can identify weaknesses, imbalances, and compensation patterns that may be holding you back or putting you at risk for injury. (Think of it as a strength-training version of a gait analysis.)
From there, we can design a program that works for YOUābased on your goals, your body, and even the equipment you have access to (yes, even if itās just a few bands or kettlebells at home!).
š” A few quick tips for runners new to strength training:
- Start with strength work on non-run days to let your body adapt.
- Focus on functional exercises (TRX, kettlebells, sandbags, plyometrics) that mimic running patternsānot just machine-based moves that isolate one muscle.
- Remember: recovery days are just as important as training days.
Bottom line: Strength training isnāt about lifting heavyāitās about moving better, running stronger, and staying injury-free.
āØ Want to know where YOU should start? Iām offering a FREE Functional Movement Screening to help runners build their ideal strength program.
Comment āMEā below and Iāll send you the details.
Hereās to making this running season your strongest yet! š„
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