Improving your running performance isn’t just about clocking mile after mile. Of course, this helps, but it’s not the only way. Strength training is also key. From improved performance to preventing ...
When I first started running, I thought that a solid core workout involved blasting through some crunches and sit-ups, then checking for any signs of visible ab definition. It turns out that I had ...
In running, every stride is a unilateral movement, so training each leg independently is crucial. Unilateral training enhances stability, balance, and functional strength, translating into greater ...
“I'm seeing a lot more people incorporating functional training into their workout routines,” says one of the experts who ...
It’s no secret that runners shouldn’t rely on running alone. To reduce the risk of injury and build strength, fitness and power in the process, runners should incorporate strength and conditioning ...
I like the humble kettlebell, not only because it looks like a teapot, and I’m British, so I love tea. It’s also because I enjoy fun moves like kettlebell swings for stretching and strengthening my ...
It’s impossible to overstate the many benefits of strength training for your run performance. Runners who do bodyweight moves or lift weights have more power, better balance, improved efficiency, and, ...
Functional strength training involves exercises that mimic everyday activities, such as climbing stairs. It aims to improve people’s movement in their daily lives or their performance in certain ...
These days, most people understand the importance of basic core strengthening, but functional core workouts are essential for building a resilient body that can handle everything from carrying heavy ...
As a running novice currently training for a half marathon, consistent runs on a sensible timetable have helped my distances, times, and confidence improve. But it can sometimes feel like there's more ...