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You Are Not (Just a) Runner: Nate Helming on Athleticism

Posted April 3, 2017
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Being a runner has a special side-benefit: all that training makes you feel strong, powerful, and alive!

The decision to start running was one of the best I’ve ever made in my life. I’m sure you feel the …

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Can a Stronger “Foot Core” Prevent Running Injuries?

Posted February 2, 2017
BY Jason Fitzgerald

If you were a baseball pitcher, would you prevent shoulder injuries by pitching with your arm in a cast?

I hope you answered, “No, Jason. That sounds ridiculous.”

Because it IS ridiculous! To be a good pitcher, …

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Level Up Your Plank Workout: 11 New Planks That Build Core Strength

Posted March 23, 2016
BY Jason Fitzgerald

When you were a kid, you probably did sit-ups for an ab workout. But is the sit-up the best ab exercise?

That’s actually a simple question: the answer is no way! There are far better ab exercises than a …

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How to Plan Strength Training for Runners

Posted March 10, 2016
BY Jason Fitzgerald

There are always plenty of questions surrounding the topic of strength training for runners:

How often should runners do strength work?

Should lifting sessions be scheduled on hard, easy, or rest days?

What are the best exercises?

Are …

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How do you strengthen the glutes and hip flexors? (New Q&A with Coach)

Posted February 4, 2016
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Has it really been more than two months since the last episode of Q&A with Coach? It’s time to get back into it!

Today we’re talking all about strength – specifically, how to strengthen your hip flexors and glutes.…

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The Sickle Circuit Workout Video Demonstration (plus, a more advanced circuit)

Posted September 21, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Can you gain endurance AND strength – with just one workout? Yes, you can accomplish both goals with a circuit workout!

Circuits usually make people think of CrossFit WOD’s and AMRAP sessions – but they’re for runners, too.

When …

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The Best Yoga Poses for Runners (And a New Routine!)

Posted September 8, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

A decade ago, you’d have a better chance of seeing me in a knitting workshop than in a yoga class. Even the word “yoga” freaked me out.

But the times, they are a-changing!

Now I look past the neon …

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The Best Strength Exercises for Runners

Posted July 20, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Recently I polled my readers on their top struggles with running. And today I’m answering your top questions about strength exercises.

I love sending you surveys – and I really appreciate you taking the time to complete them. …

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Video: The 7-minute Strength Workout for Runners

Posted July 9, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

This article was written by Mark Kennedy from None to Run.

I’m a better runner than I was in my mid-20’s. In fact, at the age of 41, I enjoy running more than I ever have.

I’ve run …

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The Mattock Dynamic Warm-up Routine Video Demonstration

Posted June 1, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Static stretching is OUT – and dynamic stretching is IN.

Long-time Strength Running readers know that I’m wary of static stretching. It can reduce performance and increase injury risk, while presenting few benefits to runners.

I cover this …

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