331: Transform Your Run through Heavy Lifting and Plyometrics

What if strength training was the secret weapon to supercharge your running performance and shield you from injuries? You've laced up your trainers with us, your hosts Kevin and Angie Brown, and now we invite you to journey with us into the world of strength training, specifically heavy lifting and plyometrics. We're here to debunk the complexities of these two training methods and offer practical advice on how to safely incorporate them into your running routine.First on the list is heavy lifting, a training method that has shown to be a runner's best friend. We delve into how heavy lifting not only strengthens and develops your muscles, but also enhances your running economy. We also shed light on how weightlifting can correct muscle imbalances that lead to inefficient running styles and injuries. But, we don't stop there. We also venture into plyometrics, a workout style that can add some serious power to your runs, and discuss how it beautifully complements heavy lifting. This episode is crammed with insights on plyometric benefits like heightened proprioception, which can help you seamlessly traverse the toughest terrains. Plus, we touch on the advantages of cross training, and how it can provide a much-needed break from the repetitive nature of running. If you're keen on powering through your runs, reducing fatigue during long distances, and refining your running technique, we promise this episode will be a game-changer. And remember, if you ever need help with your training plan, we're just a message away! Thanks for Listening!!Be sure to hit FOLLOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast player Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one! Grab your free Strength Guide for Runners here. Interested in our coaching program? Check out our coaching options here. Grab your free copy of the Running Snapshot by clicking here. Come find us on Instagram and say hi! Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.

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Angie and Kevin Brown are here to help real life runners to improve their running and their life through conversations about training, mindset, nutrition, health and wellness, family, and all the crazy things that life throws at us.  The lessons that we learn from running can carry over into all aspects of our life, and we are here to explore those connections through current research, our experiences, and stories from real people out on the roads and trails, so that you can become a physically and mentally stronger runner and achieve the goals that matter to you. We are Kevin and Angie Brown, husband and wife, mom and dad, coaches, and runners. Angie holds her doctorate degree in physical therapy and uses running as part of her integrated fitness routine. Kevin is a marathoner who has been coaching runners for over a decade.  Together, we want to help make running more accessible to more people, so that more people can gain the benefits of being a Real Life Runner.