Strength For Runners

Many runners are doing a better job at integrating strength training into their weekly routine. That’s a win. But even the strongest runner can fall short if their training doesn’t also include power and coordination work. Plyometrics: explosive, controlled movements like hops, bounds, and jumps can bridge that gap. These aren’t just for sprinters or athletes in court sports and they don't have to be complicated or huge box jumps! Plyometrics, when done correctly, improve how

The Fast Bananas RUNsource 2024 photo by Alan Lam If you're looking to get stronger, faster, and more efficient — without stacking on a ton of extra miles — hills are your shortcut. They’re simple, effective, and backed by science. Whether you’re prepping for a trail race, marathon training, or just want to run with more confidence and power, adding hill workouts to your week is one of the smartest things you can do. Why Hills Work: The Research Uphill running fundamentally c

(Because your body doesn’t care if you’re in a hotel room or on vacation) The holidays are wild. You're sleeping in someone else's guest room, eating on a weird schedule, your shoes are buried under someone else's luggage, and you’re trying to keep it together while managing family dynamics and logistics that should qualify as endurance events. Here’s the thing: You don't need to “crush” every workout when you're on the road. But movement helps your body feel better, your ner

Every time one of my athletes or friends say they do clamshells to help with their glute strength I want to scream. Clamshells have a place in rehab, especially post-surgery or for individuals who are just beginning to engage in exercise. But for runners, clamshells are not enough. Running demands dynamic, upright, and single-leg control. Clamshells are performed lying on your side, in a non-weight bearing position, and they do not train the glutes the way they're used during