What I learned by lifting like a pro runner

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In this episode you’re going to find out what happens at the intersection where science meets the pavement – the quest for ultimate running performance. We’ll dissect the importance of power and speed in your resistance/weight training. I’ll answer the question for runners; where does power, speed, strength, muscle endurance, and hypertrophy fit in to an already crowded training plan? Especially for distance runners?!

I’ll even tell my own story of how I switched gears in my training and embraced the fusion of lifting with speed and power. It wasn't just a change in routine – it was a transformation in philosophy.

This episode isn't just about challenging how your muscles move; it's about challenging your mindset.

By the end of this, you'll not only rethink your 1% better training habits approach but you’ll also… (yes get ready for the laundry list)

Become more resilient so you have less niggling injuries
Generally more bounce
Develop that extra gear in your running
Become more efficient so your easy runs are close to the same speed as your more intense sessions
Develop your secret weapon at the end of races — speed reserve (more on that later)
And overall take your training to the next level.
Yes, that’s a big promise so let’s see if I can deliver.

Timestamps

[00:01:15] - The Benefits of Resistance Training for Runners
[00:03:13] - Speed Strength vs. Strength Speed Explained
[00:04:16] - The Role of Power in Distance Running
[00:04:47] - My Resistance Training Revelation
[00:05:19] - Introducing the Experts at Axis Performance Labs
[00:07:34] - What This Episode Is Not About
[00:10:11] - Defining Power and Speed in Athletic Performance
[00:11:03] - Why Speed Reserve is your secret weapon
[00:11:36] - Differentiating Between Power, Speed, Strength, and Hypertrophy
[00:12:29] - Why an Objective Sports Professional is Crucial
[00:13:53] - My First Assessment and Baseline Testing
[00:16:09] - The Training Plan in Action and Progression
[00:17:01] - Reassessment and Results After 10 Weeks
[00:18:31] - The Future of My Training and Its Impact on Running
[00:22:49] - The 2 reasons why runners don’t like to do resistance training
[00:26:33] - Why Axis does the type of testing for power, force and strength
[00:30:21] - Why Axis choose this specific training plan for me

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What I learned by lifting like a pro runner

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