Experts weigh in on the best ways to practice strength training for running
The science is still far from conclusive but there is a growing body of evidence that strength training for running can improve economy, performance and injury prevention.
Here we explain the latest research and expert advice when it comes to strength training for running. Eliza Flynn, a certified personal trainer, agrees that strength training glute, calf and quad muscles can increase a runner’s speed by enabling them to generate more force to push of the ground. This includes some slower resistance work plus quick plyometric work. Make sure you throw in a mixture of heavier weights with less repetitions and lower weights with more repetitions to create a balanced program.
"Running is a single leg movement yet so many runners don’t think about strengthening each leg separately. A single leg squat helps you address any major imbalances in strength, as well as improving balance and foot strength," says Flynn. "When running, you need a strong core to control the counter rotation of your upper body and lower body," Flynn explains."Build up strength by increasing your duration and adding movement such as dips or rotation. "
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