Everyday Ultra Strength Training for Ultrarunners: Your Complete Guide with Kameron Harder
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Jun 8, 2025 Kameron Harder, an expert Strength Coach and Doctor of Physical Therapy, shares invaluable insights for ultrarunners. He emphatically explains why strength training is essential for enhanced performance and injury prevention. Kameron discusses crucial exercises like squats and deadlifts, while debunking common misconceptions. He emphasizes personalized training programs, including plyometrics and mobility work, and stresses how consistency can transform a runner's strength and resilience over time. Tune in for expert tips to run stronger and pain-free!
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Strength Training Builds Tissue Capacity
- Strength training increases muscle and tissue capacity to tolerate running forces, reducing pain and injuries.
- It improves your body's ability to absorb and control impact forces during running.
Strength Improves Running Economy
- Strength training enhances running economy by improving biomechanics and force production.
- It also boosts fatigue resistance, allowing longer max effort runs.
Lift Heavy for Strength Gains
- To truly build strength, use weights heavy enough to make 4-6 reps challenging.
- Bodyweight or light exercises mainly improve neuromuscular control but don't increase maximal strength.