The #1 strength training exercise for runners

In here I'll describe the #1 exercise for runners to do to increase functional strength. There is a high degree of carry-over with this exercise, meaning that it translates VERY well in to real-life running and daily life. This isn't about getting better at lifting weights....it's about getting better at running!
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[@Jhasonsmith]

Great video! Really enjoyed the breakdown. Thanks for posting this.

[@runelitecoach]

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[@garybrown9719]

I have heel pain i need to fix first

[@Natureoutdoorsyquest]

This video should have more views.

[@runelitecoach]

Thanks :) I guess watch it again! lol

[@Natureoutdoorsyquest]

@@runelitecoach, looping would actually help. 😄 Lol.

[@jayantnagarkar1018]

Excellent . Strength excercise. Thanks

[@runelitecoach]

Welcome 🙏

[@matriaxpunk]

What about the idea that you shouldn't try to replicate the specific movement patterns of your sport, in this case running, in the gym and you should instead just get stronger using a more conventional strength training routine that uses the best compound movements to strengthen each muscle? In the end, no gym straining is going to be specific enough, and you are already getting tones of specific training from your running.

[@runelitecoach]

Depends what your goals are. What you’re talking about would be for a “balanced” strength program for overall life. But if your goal is to maximize running, then strengthening the RUNNING muscles is of course a good idea in the gym

[@matriaxpunk]

@@runelitecoach of course, what I mean is strengthening the running muscles but using the best exergises to stimulate those muscles, regardless of if they are specific to running or not. For example, doing a deadlift instead of a swing, since a swing is more specific to running but a deadlift is a better overall exercise with greater strengthening potential.

[@danniseliger5172]

If you start from the bottom of the sport-strength pyramid you might do hypertrophy training to have enough muscle at the base, then you would add in specific strength training in the 70-90% 1-rep-max range, like you suggest, then you would use the strength as a base to develop sport specific power in the 30-70% range, like kettlebell power swings as he recommends If the sport requires it, you might then add in speed work at even less resistance. The higher you get in the pyramid the more sport specific and off course it all should be supportive of the sport itself. ... running is not a strength sport, so adding in hypertrophy and compound strength exercises is likely largely a waste of time. Power swings are a good choice to develop a bit of muscle, but more importantly power and hip drive as a support for your more running specific sprint and speed work. I don't think the strength base need to be very wide for running, unless you are accelerating/decelerating a lot, like in sprinting, soccer, football or ice hockey

[@stevepace-first8617]

Is progressively working on swings and no other strength training a viable strategy? As a recovering overweight ex powerlifter I can currently do 10 sets of 10 with 45kgs using a plate loaded kettlebell handle which I suggest is the best option for doing these at home.

[@runelitecoach]

It’s a strategy that is better than many alternatives. You can do a lot if you just get really good at swings. Is it 100% absolute optimal to be the best version of yourself if you could possibly? Probably not, but is it a great start and Will contribute a lot to your fitness and Power? Heck yes.

[@ozzy3ml]

The program «Simple and Sinister» by Pavel Tsatsouline could be great for you. Swings and Turkish getups. Power, conditioning, fat loss and strength too. Also check out Steve Cotter and Dan John for inspiration and top level coaching knowledge.

[@garybrown9719]

😊rebonder

[@thehealthwarrior9]

I guess Bavarian split squats

[@runelitecoach]

Good exercise

[@user-hj3hq1ck3l]

I use rocks in a pillowcase. You can easily add or remove any weight you want.

[@runelitecoach]

That’s what I call. Getting resourceful! Nice job.

[@praneetahluwalia1488]

Hey this is a great way to find out the exact weight you need for the kettlebell before you buy one . Thanks a ton.

[@erickbasilio5495]

Thanks for sharing! You mention weight and how many reps. But how many sets should you do per workout?

[@runelitecoach]

How ever many you like. When done sustainable you can do them all day if you want

[@user-rf1yp3gp5s]

deadlifts

[@runelitecoach]

Yup. That’s essentially what a KB swing is. Just with momentum

[@TheRealJavahead]

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[@jenniferdelano4537]

The plank

[@runelitecoach]

Personally I rank that as 3 in my top 5 yes a good one for sure