Pilates and Strength Training WILL help you to be a better runner. Yes it will! I know first hand, how much better I run when I’m stronger and more flexible. I also know how difficult running has been for me in the last little while and I know why.
1. I was not consistently doing my strength training.
2. I had gained weight.
3. I had not been consistent with my running either.
4. I had a minor injury which was super painful to run on. Rest was required.
5. I blame my injury on numbers 1 to 4.
I’m proud to say that I am back on track. X-rays, Podiatrist, tape, orthotics and new shoes have got foot feeling 95% almost pain free to run on. I’m strength training twice a week, spinning once a week, running 3 to 4 times per week and doing Pilates for 1/2 to 1 hour a day. This schedule is feeling great. I am feeling great. My running is feeling great!
Balanced Body shared my blog – Pilates, Strength Exercise and Running. 5 Great Exercises. https://blog.pilates.com/pilates-strength-exercise-and-running-5-great-exercises/
These are only 5 of 100’s of amazing exercises that can have you feeling great before, during and after running. All of which will help you to meet your goals of running injury free. Check back to find out my other favourite exercises for running.
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