The upper back is one of the most important areas to strengthen as a strong upper back is vital to maintain a strong upright posture, particularly as the mileage starts to increase. http://kaseetraining.com/
Push ups are a great total body exercise, they require you to engage your legs, butt, abs, chest and arms when done properly. In the gym, the best way to progress them is by starting with your hands elevated and slowly lowering yourself as you get stronger. A strong core and upper body makes a more resilient running!
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Each week we will be posting a strength training tip that will help keep us runners
healthy and out on the roads!
This week’s is the Reverse
Lunge: Great for single leg strength and balance. By stepping backwards on the
lunge, you reduce stress on the knees, engage your glutes more and train
acceleration when you step back up. As a beginner tip, place a bench in front
of you to keep the knees from drifting too far forward.