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strength training serves as effective cross-training to address specific injuries, discomfort, and muscle strains. Research indicates that strength training can improve flexibility as effectively as, or even more than, passive stretching. Feelings of tightness often arise from weakened muscles, resulting in imbalances and compensatory movements. By incorporating strength training and mobility exercises, runners can prevent injuries and enhance their running performance, especially if they have specific concerns such as tight calves.

Strength training is a crucial component for runners looking to enhance their performance. While incorporating tempo runs, long runs, and speedwork into your routine can improve speed and efficiency, adding strength training takes your running abilities to the next level. According to Jason Fitzgerald, a running coach and founder of Strength Running, strength work accomplishes three main goals for runners: preventing injuries by strengthening muscles and connective tissues, helping to run faster by boosting neuromuscular coordination and power, and improving running economy by enhancing coordination and stride efficiency.

On 15 May 1983, Petranoff launched his Pacer III javelin from one end of Drake Stadium just down the road from Beverly Hills in Los Angeles and it landed 99.72 metres away perilously close to the other end of the oval. It was enough to make governing bodies ponder the event’s future.

Written by Michael Beisty Joanne Cowan’s story is one of persistence underpinned by a love of running that has never been extinguished. Though primarily a road runner, and specialising in the marathon, Jo competed in a range of distances on...

Runner's Tribe along with host Daniel Hopkins present the second feature episode of our new series 'When we were faster' which delves into the lives and careers of some of the greatest athletes that have ever competed. Next up...

This week’s episode of the Inside Running podcast is proudly sponsored by Gold Coast Marathon. Run your next PB at the Gold Coast Marathon in 2023.  Fast, flat & scenic. There is an event distance for everyone – from the...

Are you gearing up for a marathon and looking for products to try before the big race? There are a few essential items that can make all the difference when it comes to performance and recovery. First up, consider...

Written by Michael Beisty ‘I didn’t get any great pleasure out of beating Zola. Certainly, no more than if I were beating Yvonne Murray, but it is nice to show that she isn’t invincible.’ (Liz McColgan, 1986) 1  ‘Just because I’m...

George Murray from New Zealand and Emily Gilmour-Walsh from Australia showcased their exceptional athletic prowess by clinching resounding victories at the highly anticipated UTA100 races, part of renowned Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB event. These outstanding performances solidified Murray and Gilmour-Walsh's positions as formidable contenders, earning them prestigious recognition in the form of the UTMB Running Stone awards.

Threshold training, or T-pace, running is highly beneficial for distance runners, providing satisfying workouts and better consistency while avoiding overtraining. There are two types of threshold training: tempo runs and cruise intervals. Tempo runs are moderately prolonged runs that improve endurance, while cruise intervals involve repeated runs with brief recoveries. The focus here is on tempo runs, including extended tempo runs.