E9 - Strength Training as the Fountain of Youth for Runners

In this episode Alison explores the role of strength training in enhancing both running performance and longevity. She emphasizes the importance of lifting heavy weights with fewer reps to build muscle and bone density, which running alone cannot achieve, especially as we age. For runners balancing strength and running, she advises focusing on quality over quantity, prioritizing strength in the off-season, and integrating plyometrics over time.


Resources Mentioned:

• How to Set Your Running and Strength Training Weekly Schedule Blog Post: Gets into more details of how to schedule out your week including a few sample schedules.
• RunStrong101: A 6-week strength training program for female runners. 
• Women’s Running Academy: A 12-week group coaching and education program to help female runners ditch the cycle of injury and burn out and finally make real, consistent progress towards their goals. (returning Fall 2025)

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