Importance of Strength Training + a Free 45 min Zoom Workout
Have you been running a ton and not seeing a ton of improvement? Or are you injured frequently? Perhaps you need to diversify your training. Some of the common factors we see when our runners stay healthy is that they incorporate some type of cross training (bike, swim, box), and they are consistent with strength training. So that means 1 -2 cross training days/week and 1 (ideally 2) strength days each week. Also know that not all strength are equal. Some types of classes are more HIIT style which will keep your heart rate elevated and will burn more calories (good for weight loss), some are more focused on increasing muscle mass and strength, and our workouts focus on a little bit of both of these while also including lots of mobility and injury prevention exercises. Its not all about getting swole. While increasing your strength is important, you also want to make sure you are balanced and that the exercises you are doing are going to carry over to improving your run game. So remember that a good workout is not always about how fast or how many reps you complete, but how well you are doing the exercises.
This is where joining a class will really help your training. I’ve heard countless times from runners going to a gym or standing in their garage with weights and can’t get started. Or perhaps they do they exact same routine every week and they aren’t seeing progress. You need to diversify your training! Right now we are offering free virtual strength classes on Zoom, so please take advantage of them! Here are a few tips when you start a new strength program
1) talk to your instructor/coach about how to gradually build up your strength to improve your running. Make sure the style of class fits your needs and goals
2) Make sure you show up with a plan (or do a class)
3) Focus on quality of quantity
4) Consistent training is key (1-2 x week), and 3 times is doable during an off season
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