S02: Episode 5 - Strength training for running, intro to benefits

If you've ever wondered about the merits of strength training for running, this episode gives you an overview of the benefits you can expect to achieve. These include improving: running technique, running performance, running economy, speed of recovery, and overall resilience against injury. Meanwhile, Lisa goes sub 20 minutes at Park Run and Brian's walk/run strategy begins to pay dividends.

Resources and references discussed in this episode: Strength training and running technique by Brian Martin and free RFYL article download. Brian's Running Technique Book. Dr Philo Saunders research profile. Brady Threlfall's interview with Dave Costello. Vern Gambetta's Podcast - also features Frans Bosch as guest. Ross Smith's profile. Nathan Heaney's profile. Article about Pascal Dobert's work with Olympic Medalist Evan Jager. Recommended reading: Running by Frans Bosch and Ronald Klomp and Frederic Delavier's Strength Training Anatomy

Connect with Brian and Lisa:

Blog: http://runningtechniquetips.com Brian's Running Technique Book Brian's Running Form Drills eBook and free online resources. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningtechniquetips/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RunningTechniqueTips/ Twitter: @BrianRunCoach YouTube: http://youtube.com/runningtechniquetv