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Best Weight Training Methods for Runners?

February 6, 2013 By: project30in20128 Comments

I’m a couple weeks into my training plan and while the running and cross training is going well, I’m in search of a fun weight training regime to add into the mix. I’ve never done a great job of going to the gym and lifting weights. I can go and knock out planks, pushups, etc., but self-designing a weights regime to do a couple of days a week while training for races has never worked for me. I’d like something I can do in my living room at home (i.e. no equipment besides weights required).

I really think that being consistent with weight training will help my overall race training. I ensure to cross train by playing football and spin and barre classes. I make sure I take my rest days (obviously :)). But my weight training plan is lacking. This Runners World article clearly lays out the benefits of strength training for runners. The article notes that, through various tests, runners who added a regular strength training component to their workouts noticed a 2.9% improvment in their running speed and capability. Given how tough last year’s half marathon was for me (remember?), I’ll take that!

What are your favorite strength training workouts to do while you are training for a race? I’ll take any and all recommendations! photo (2)


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  1. John says

    February 6, 2013 at 11:10 am

    Have you thought about using kettlebells?

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    • project30in2012 says

      February 6, 2013 at 11:14 am

      I love kettlebells! But need a plan otherwise I just swing them a few times 🙂

      Reply
      • John says

        February 6, 2013 at 11:16 am

        Have a look at, http://www.myomytv.com/ there is a load of stuff on there.

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        • project30in2012 says

          February 6, 2013 at 11:20 am

          Thanks John!

          Reply
  2. blogyear says

    February 6, 2013 at 11:17 am

    ooh if you like working out home, maybe you’ll like this channel.. http://www.youtube.com/user/blogilates

    Reply
    • project30in2012 says

      February 6, 2013 at 11:20 am

      Thanks for the suggestion — I’ll definitely check that out!

      Reply
      • blogyear says

        February 6, 2013 at 11:23 am

        no problem 🙂

        Reply

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  1. The Drop 10 Challenge | Project 30 in 2012 says:
    April 22, 2013 at 9:30 am

    […] the page and my girls and I gave it a shot at our weekly workout session. As I’ve mentioned before, I struggle with regularly doing strength workouts. I’ve decided to commit to 2-3 strength […]

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