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*s4/e18 Your Hybrid Training Crash Course with Dr. Alyssa Olenick, PhD (@doclyssfitness)

The Running Explained Podcast

CHAPTER

The Importance of Strength Training for Runners

This chapter addresses the misconception that hill training can replace traditional strength training, emphasizing the different physiological adaptations required for muscle hypertrophy and strength. It underscores the necessity of incorporating strength training into a runner's routine for better performance and overall fitness gains. The conversation also touches on the importance of pushing through discomfort, working on weaknesses, and gradually progressing in strength training to avoid injury and see improvements.

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