Running is the simplest and most time efficient way to get fit, de-stress and shift unwanted kilo’s. Whatever your reasons for running, whether it be for fun, fitness or performance then having a strength base so that your musculoskeletal system can tolerate, absorb and reuse the impact forces is essential to avoid injury. As a general rule if you have no strength training history (ie. weights in the gym) then undertaking a strengthening program before starting a running program is highly advisable. Below are 5 great strengthening exercises you can do if you are starting out, or if you are a seasoned runner then adding them in to a couple of your workouts a week will help improve performance. As we always say individual cases will vary and if you have any specific concerns please contact your SquareOne Physio.
Strength Training for Runner’s- 5 great exercises to prevent injury and improve performance
Running is the simplest and most time efficient way to get fit, de-stress and shift unwanted kilo’s. Whatever your reasons for running, whether it be for fun, fitness or performance then having a strength base so that your musculoskeletal system can tolerate, absorb and reuse the impact forces is essential to avoid injury. As a general rule if you have no strength training history (ie. weights in the gym) then undertaking a strengthening program before starting a running program is highly advisable.
Below are 5 great strengthening exercises you can do if you are starting out, or if you are a seasoned runner then adding them in to a couple of your workouts a week will help improve performance. As we always say individual cases will vary and if you have any specific concerns please contact your SquareOne Physio.