253. 6 Steps to a Stronger Running Body this Winter with Dr. Duane Scotti
Release Date: 11/21/2024
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Here’s how to strengthen your body for better running during the winter months!
If you are struggling with constant injuries or not getting any faster as a runner, I am going to share with you why winter is the best time to finally get over these common sticking points in your running journey with my 6 Steps to building a stronger running body!
In this episode you will learn all about…
Step 1- How to reframe your mindset for winter or offseason
Step 2- What strength training do runners need
Step 3- Plyometrics in order to run!
Step 4- Consistent running and why that is important
Step 5- Why running nutrition does matter during the offseason
Step 6- 3 ways to improve your running form and efficiency for running
Real runners like you got a stronger running body last winter!
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Whether you are looking to stay active this winter or offseason and not sure what to do, have been doing the same things every offseason, keep getting injured, or aren’t getting any faster when you run your spring race these 6 steps will help you!
Let’s get started to unlock your running potential with these 6 essential steps to strengthen your body for better running!
Follow along with my 25 Minute Strength Workout for Runners (TO RUN PAIN FREE)
Learn my 4 running drills to perform before running here!
Learn the basics of nutrition for runners here!
Listen to my previous episode on why strength training is your foundation for running here!
Listen to my previous episode on how to build a solid foundation for your race with base training here!
There are six parts of your running journey that need to be optimized so you can run strong and last long! Learn them here
Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast? Submit questions here
Want to work with Dr. Duane as your running physical therapist and coach with structured rehab, strength, nutrition, and a run plan with full support and accountability to develop a strong running body this winter? Book a call and learn more about Strong Body Coaching here!
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