This guide to strength training and weightlifting for runners is by Whitney Heins, competitive marathoner, VDOT certified running coach, and founder of TheMotherRunners.com. Runners have a reputation that they hate to lift weights. If they are going to break a sweat, they’d rather be running. Plus, they fear that lifting weights may make them bulky … Read more
The idea of a rest day workout may seem confusing. It’s a rest day, isn’t it? What do you mean I have to work out? Others love active rest days since it’s an opportunity to get out and enjoy nature or physical activity without the routine schedule of a training plan. Rest days are great … Read more
Here’s our pick of the best core exercises for runners – core muscles are some of the most important muscles in the body but are often the most overlooked when it comes to a running training plan. This is especially true when it comes to those who spend so much of their time running. If … Read more
The benefits of swimming for runners are astounding – we always recommend cross-training for runners since the body needs variation to reach its full potential, and swimming is one of the best methods you’ll find. It’s also important to keep a blend of strength building workouts and cardio workouts since both are necessary for effective … Read more
We’re diving into cycling for runners, examining the benefits of cycling, and comparing cycling with running – with some tips from expert guest writers on the best ways to optimize your training. Running and cycling are two pretty intertwined activities: they’re both forms of cardio which get you outdoors and covering terrain on your own … Read more