Strength Training for Runners: Cross-Training + Resistance Training
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Host: Dr. Matt Minard Episode Summary Dr. Matt Minard, the owner of Learn 2 Run, is a Physical Therapist who enjoys both the physical and mental benefits of running. He is passionate about helping others run safely. In today's episode, Dr. Minard concludes the 3-Part strength training series with the third aspect describing how to combine cross-training with resistance training using specific tools, as well as when exactly to incorporate both resistance training and body weight training. If you prefer to watch this episode, you can! Top Takeaways "If we know that we're going to be breaking down muscle tissue, we want to be specific about when we chose to do that in relationship to our running" - [Dr. Matt Minard] "Stairmaster is a great way to double dip both cardio and cross training" - [Dr. Matt Minard] "Our body always adapts to the demands placed on it" - [Dr. Matt Minard] "If we're only doing a couple of reps and we're not challenging the muscles how and more than they're challenged when we run, we're not going to see much benefit from strength training"" - [Dr. Matt Minard] Episode Highlights [[02:15] Today's topic; When do we start strength training exercises? [03:20] What happens when we strength train a muscle? [05:10] In-season vs off-season training. [10:13] Incorporating in-season and off-season training into your weekly routine. [14:22] The double dipping cross training and strength training. [19:30] The elliptical vs stationary bike vs Stairmaster. [23:38] Key points from the strength training series.
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