Healthy Runner Podcast 183. Strength Training is Your Foundation for Running with Dr. Duane Scotti
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Did you know that strength training is the foundation for running success? Many runners underestimate the importance of strength training, but it can make all the difference in your performance and injury prevention.
Matter of fact, it is one of the six steps to growing as a runner so you can run fast and last long!
In this episode, I share with you the ultimate guide to building your running success by unleashing the power of strength training!
Learn essential tips for structuring your strength training sessions alongside your running schedule, avoiding common mistakes, and optimizing recovery to prevent overtraining. We at Spark Healthy Runner believe that a well-designed strength training program is the secret ingredient to unlocking your full running potential.
Whether you're training for a marathon, 10K, or just aiming to improve your daily jogs, this episode has something for everyone. Prepare to challenge yourself, break through plateaus, and elevate your running game.
If you're ready to take your running performance to new heights, don't miss out on this informative and motivating episode. Remember, success in running starts with a solid foundation. Unlock your true running potential through strength training! Let's get started today by answering these questions:
-What is Strength Training for Running?
-Should you strength train as a runner?
-Why is strength good for running?
-What does strength training do for running?
-Can strength training increase running speed?
-What is the greatest benefit of strength training for a runner?
-How long does it take to build strength for running?
-What strength training do runners need?
-Should I train legs if I run a lot?
-How do you mix running and strength training?
-How many times a week should a runner do strength training?
-What is the best rep range for runners?
-Should you strength train or run first?
There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long! Learn them here
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