Description

Strength training is important - and it's more than just about performance. Strength training can help your longevity, both in running and just as a human.

In this episode, I discuss a recent study that I've seen some people use to say strength training isn't particularly important. I break down what the study actually shows, when strength work might not be a good use of your time, and why it's an important training stimulus for most people.

Enjoy!

Notes:

• Plan Ahead
• The importance of VO2 Max
• How to train VO2 Max
• Strength training for professional trail runners?
• Why strength matters for most trail runners
• Strength for longevity
• Strength for injury prevention
• Interpreting a recent study at UTMB
• Most strength programs for runners are greatly lacking 
• Most professional sports used to advocate against strength training

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Edits/Clarifications:

• Bruce Lee weighed 130-140 pounds
• UTMB is 171km (106mi) long and hosts over 2,000 racers

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Links:

• Watch the Video
• Study: VO2 Max and Velocity at VO2 Max Play a Role in Ultradistance Trail-Running Performance

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Thank you for listening!

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