How do you integrate strength training into your running program?
This is where things can get complicated. There are many forms of strength training out there. How do you know what types of exercises to use? Read more… Read story
Jon Bula is an owner and trainer at elite training gym, Groundwork Athletics.
Strength and Training to Improve Your Running Performance: Part 1
May 3, 2010Should runners incorporate strength training into their training programs?
First let me start by defining strength training. For the purposes of this article strength training will be defined as exercises incorporating jumping and weight or resistance training. Many runners are reluctant to add some strength training to their already rigorous training regimen. Read more… Read story
Create your Own Challenging Workouts: The $60 Home Gym
April 1, 2010Getting a good workout does not require expensive gym memberships and/or equipment. With some creativity and a few inexpensive training tools you can create your own challenging workouts. Read story
Spice Up Your Running Workouts and Get Faster – At the Same Time!
March 18, 2010Being an endurance athlete myself I understand the value of variety in a running program. If you are having difficulty improving your race pace or are getting bored with just going for a jog try some of these workouts.
Determining Your Heart Rate Range and Training Zones – Part II
March 4, 2010Once you have your resting and maximal heart rate values you can use the following formula to determine your training zones. Read story
Determining Your Heart Rate Range and Training Zones
February 15, 2010Exercise intensity is extremely important when you are working on your conditioning drills, and is possibly the most important variable in determining the quality of an exercise session. Read story
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