Strength training

[LadyPug]

Do any of you do strength training in between your runs? I bought a TRX system over Xmas and I really want to use it on my non running days but just wondering if I should leave squats etc until I complete the plan and stick to upper body. Logically I think the stronger my legs the easier it should be to run but don’t want to over do it . What does everyone else do?

[tiggs1 Graduate]

I do lots of leg work on my non run days, squats etc really have helped with strengthening my legs and supporting my running. Check out the Strength and Flex forum as there are lots of great posts on there regarding the benefits.

[LadyPug in reply to tiggs1]

Thanks tiggs1

[Speedy60 Graduate]

I swim, rowing machine, elliptical and badminton. Try to avoid impact on your leg joints, but most other exercise is ok.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Yes we do..lots of it..and all manner of exercise..check this out

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Then.. head across to the Strength and Flex forum to the pinned posts...x

[Realfoodieclub Graduate]

I have always cross trained, I prefer it, I only run twice a week. I had a hamstring issue while building up to my HM last year and my physio gave me a load of exercises including squats but told me not to do them on running days, so I still stick with strengthening leg exercises on non running days. Happy running Rfc x