RTTC #19 How Strength Workouts Change Throughout the Year as a RunDisney Runner

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In today's episode I'm talking about changing your strength workouts through the year as you change what you're doing with your running training.

1. Understanding the Phases of Your Running Journey
   • Detailed explanation of each phase of the running journey and its significance in training for races.
   • Illustration of how the phases are interconnected and how they affect your strength training routine.
2. Strength Workouts During the Training Phase
   • Emphasis on the primary focus of the training phase: preparing for the upcoming race.
   • Discussion on how strength workouts should complement running training without being the main priority.
   • Recommendation to avoid introducing new or significantly heavy exercises during this phase.
3. Adjusting Strength Training During Taper and Race Week
   • Explanation of the purpose of the taper phase and its impact on strength training.
   • Recommendation to reduce intensity and volume of strength workouts during taper and race week to conserve energy for the race.
4. Prioritizing Recovery and Rehabilitation During Rest and Recovery Phase
   • Emphasis on the importance of rest and recovery after a race to allow the body to recover from exertion and potential injuries.
   • Recommendation to focus on low-intensity, high-repetition exercises targeting supportive muscles to aid in recovery.
5. Building Strength During the Build Phase
   • Discussion on the significance of the build phase in preparing the body for future challenges.
   • Explanation of how this phase allows for the introduction of new exercises and heavier weights to build strength and resilience.
   • Emphasis on the role of strength workouts in injury prevention during this phase.
6. Avoiding Common Mistakes in Strength Training Timing
   • Addressing the misconception of focusing on strength training during the wrong phase of the running journey.
   • Explanation of why timing is crucial in incorporating strength workouts to avoid exacerbating injuries.

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  Hi, I'm Dr. Ali
  I've been running for 15+ years and been in the rehab space since 2012 when I earned my Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree. I get injury prone runDisney runners across the finish line without feeling broken.