Looking to Boost Your Running Performance Without Increasing Volume?
If you’re searching for ways to enhance your running performance without endlessly increasing your mileage, you’re not alone—many of our physical therapy clients in Bethesda have the same goal!
It’s a common misconception that the only path to becoming a better runner is by running farther and faster. While this might ultimately be the aim, strength training is a crucial element in improving overall fitness and race performance.
Incorporating strength training into your regular exercise routine has been proven to enhance running economy (efficiency!) and prevent injuries. These two factors are vital for long-term running success and are consistently emphasized in physical therapy.
More specifically, strength training reduces the risk of injury and boosts muscular endurance. Research shows that regular strength training improves a runner’s speed and VO2 max—the maximum amount of oxygen your body can utilize during exercise.
However, to reap these benefits, it’s important that a runner’s strength training program is properly designed and tailored to their individual goals and characteristics.
Fortunately, most runners share similar objectives: to run faster, run farther, and avoid injury. Strength training programs for runners should therefore focus on exercises that enhance running-specific qualities.
But with so many exercise options available, where do you begin? Starting on your own can be overwhelming.
That’s why we’re offering a FREE workshop designed to teach you the strength training program that will elevate your performance to the next level.
All ages and skill levels are welcome!
