Hamstring injuries can be persistent and problematic for runners. By gaining a better understanding of why these injuries occur, you can learn how to prevent them from ruining your training and racing plans.
If you have ever struggled with …
…Strength training requires planning and periodization, just like running. Learn how to optimize strength training to get the best possible benefits from your efforts!
“Strength training” is a broad concept that can mean a variety of things, ranging from …
…Speed is a big goal for many runners. But it’s not everything! By learning to focus on power as well, runners will learn how to race faster and more efficiently.
Andy Galpin, PhD is a professor of Bioenergetics and …
…Resistance training should no longer be considered a form of cross-training for runners – it’s essential! Learning the best ways to assess your body and integrate strength work into your running season will make your resistance training more efficient …
…Looking for a running resolution that’s easy to stick with? Learn how bodyweight strength work is simple, effective injury prevention that will make you a better runner and a stronger athlete.
Part of what makes running such a rewarding …
…Strength training is not cross-training for runners – it’s fundamental to getting stronger, faster, and healthier. If you’re new to weightlifting, strength experts like today’s guest, Tony Gentilcore, can make lifting heavy weights less intimidating.
Weightlifting is critical for …
…A lot of messages get muddled in the fitness industry. Myths surrounding strength training are somewhere at the top of the list. For runners, we don’t want to get bulky, lose endurance, or risk injury.
That’s exactly why we …
…Did you know that I used to think weight training was useless for runners? I mistakenly believed we needed no strength training whatsoever…
Runners at the gym are funny. Embrace it!
Of course, I was completely wrong.
I didn’t …
…I consider myself a lucky runner: while I used to be injury-prone, I’ve turned things around and now don’t have to worry much about running injuries today.
Since I started running back in 1998, I’ve suffered through nearly every …
…Looking for a core workout for runners? I’m thrilled to release the Cannon Core Workout, designed just for endurance runners!
Jason demonstrating the Boat exercise included in Cannon Core
There’s a good reason why core workouts for runners …
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