The midstance phase of a running stride is a crucial element of running form, but many runners are ignoring it. Chris Johnson, DPT is a Seattle-based physical therapist, performance coach, entrepreneur, and multiple time Kona IRONMAN qualifier who shares how … The post How to Stay Healthy By Strengthening Your Midstance with Coach Chris Johnson, DPT appeared first on Strength Running ..read more

What makes the biggest impact when it comes to recovery strategies and tools for runners? Dr. Peter Tierney is a health and performance researcher, consultant, and coach who’s worked with many professional sports organizations to help athletes recover effectively from … The post Recovery’s Big 5 Strategies with Dr. Peter Tierney appeared first on Strength Running ..read more

What should runners look for in a running shoe? Thomas Neuberger of Believe in the Run has tested hundreds of running shoes and has witnessed the evolution, trends, and fads of the running shoe industry over the years. Thomas is … The post Believe in the Run Founder Thomas Neuberger on the Evolution of Running Shoes, New Shoe Trends, and Fad Features appeared first on Strength Running ..read more

Trail running doesn’t always mean running an ultramarathon. From trail 5ks to marathons, there’s a growing interest in middle distance trail events. Andy Wacker is making this space a more vibrant and welcoming community for runners. Trail running has grown … The post Andy Wacker: Exploring Longevity, Seasonal Training, and Supporting Trail Runners appeared first on Strength Running ..read more

The Boston Marathon is a race with a long and storied history. Whether you’re racing Boston this spring or have it in your sights as a long term goal, this episode will help you learn all the ins and outs … The post Boston Marathon Preview 2024 with 18x Finisher & Author Marc Pollina appeared first on Strength Running ..read more

Jon Levitt is a friend and well-known figure around Boulder, Colorado. This episode explores a new podcast format to feature a chat with Jon as we share current thoughts on our running and the broader industry. Sometimes our best conversations … The post Unfiltered with Jon Levitt: Injuries, Business Updates, New Sauna Science, and More appeared first on Strength Running ..read more

This post was written by Keagen Hadley. He is a licensed doctor of Occupational Therapy and the owner of Keagenhadley.com. He is an Amazon bestselling author and passionate about health, wellness, and longevity. Are you a runner curious about … The post Lifting Weights for Runners: The Ultimate Guide (2024) appeared first on Strength Running ..read more

Athletes are often either wary of pain or try to ignore it entirely. Neither is optimal! But learning to reevaluate your relationship with pain can help you understand what it’s trying to tell you, and help your long-term health. We … The post Is Everything We Know About Pain Wrong? Ryan Whited on a Better Way to Treat Pain appeared first on Strength Running ..read more

With consistency and dedication, it’s never too late to achieve your running goals. Whether you’re a masters runner or discovering running after college, learn how paying attention to the little things can translate to impressive accomplishments. No matter how great … The post Trials Marathoner Andrea Pomaranski on Defying Age at 41, Running 120 Mile Weeks, & How She Lifts appeared first on Strength Running ..read more

As runners, we accept a certain amount of risk for undertaking such a high impact sport. While 100% injury prevention may not be possible, you can learn the best practices to stay healthy for consistent training and racing. Let’s face … The post Ask the Physical Therapist! Caitlin Alexander, DPT Answers Your Injury Questions appeared first on Strength Running ..read more