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When and how you should add strength training to your schedule—and what can happen if you don’t

At 17, Winnie Yu was a high school track-and-field runner with a bright future. When Yu’s parents encouraged her to try sports in middle school, they didn’t expect she’d fall in love with ...
Runner's World

When and How You Should Add Strength Training to Your Schedule

At 17, Winnie Yu was a high school track-and-field runner with a bright future. When Yu’s parents encouraged her to try sports in middle school, they didn’t expect she’d fall in love with ...
Self

Strength Training for Runners Is a Thing—and You Don’t Want to Skip It

Yes, running more—provided you build up gradually over time—can make you a better runner, but it’s hardly the only piece of the puzzle. Strength training is a huge factor too: Adding it to your ...

What’s the Easiest Way to Start Strength Training?

While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to the best routine, there are some best practices to keep in mind.
USA Today

Functional strength training provides many health benefits. But you need to be careful.

When it comes to increasing your levels of physical activity, anything is better than nothing. "I always tell my clients that the best exercise is the one you're willing to do," says Austin "Ozzie" ...
Runner's World

How Much Strength Training Is Too Much?

If you do strength training on a regular basis, first off, good for you. Smart resistance work can improve running economy, build resilience, and reduce injury risk. But like everything else in life, ...