Marathon runners often overlook strength training, despite its proven importance. Although coaches emphasize leg workouts, ...

I’m training for a marathon and know all about the importance of runner-specific strength training to improve your running and prevent injuries. But I like to mix things up, so I went on the hunt for ...

‘The biggest benefit of ballerina Bulgarian squats is that they help build strong glutes while improving hip mobility,’ Brady ...

You know that phrase, “The only way to move is forward?” It was probably coined by a runner. The breakdown of the human body’s fundamental movement patterns can vary, depending on who you talk to.

If you're one of those athletes who doesn't react well to high running mileage, researchers in Japan have a possible solution. In their study, published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning, ...

From a performance perspective, strength training can make you a more powerful and efficient runner. Strong glute and leg ...

Traditionally, explosive weightlifting has been reserved for sprinters, but distance runners can also benefit from including these power-producing exercises in their strength and conditioning program.

Numerous studies have been published about the benefits of plyometrics for runners. One 2024 study found that a 10-week plyometric programme improved running economy (how efficiently you use oxygen to ...