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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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You Be the Coach: Is Strength Training a Waste of Time?

Posted April 2, 2015
BY Jason Fitzgerald

2015 is the Year of Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone.

Over the past three months, I’ve challenged you to:

Take control of your nutrition for enhanced recovery and higher energy levels
Get support when you need it

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Curing IT Band Pain: 3 New Exercises to Treat Illiotibial Band Syndrome

Posted December 11, 2014
BY Jason Fitzgerald

The worst injury I ever had was a severe case of illiotibial band syndrome (ITBS). For six months, I suffered from constant IT band pain and didn’t run a step.

My fascination with this injury led me to develop …

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