Found on RunnersWorld.com and written by Jennifer Van Allen Adding a structured workout into your running routine will make you faster. When you’re first getting moving, it’s important to just focus on getting into the exercise habit; making your run or walk a regular part of each day, finding times and places to exercise that feel convenient and comfortable, […]

Found on Triathlete.com and written by Allison Pattillo Try this unique workout to help build core strength and stability. You might have noticed the large, ominous ropes coiled in the corner of your gym. Maybe you’ve even seen them demonstrated at your fitness center or used on the “The Biggest Loser” TV show. Turns out […]

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Found on Triathlon.Competitor.com and written by Mackenzie Lobby High-intensity interval sessions are key for boosting fitness. Here’s how to work them into your training. While endurance buffs often revel in long, slow runs, any good training regimen will also include some high-intensity sessions. This often comes in the form of interval training, which can create […]

Found on Competitor.com and written by Ryan Woods Build strength, explosiveness and durability with this simple exercise. Sarah Brown had Olympic aspirations following an All-American track career at the University of Tennessee. Then, Achilles injuries wiped out two of her prime years. Multiple surgeries and extensive rehab followed, leaving her a long way from the […]

Found on RunnersWorld.com and written by Michelle Densmore Picture this: You barely survive a long and brutal work day, followed by traffic that challenges your sense of “Namaste.”  After what seems like every potential obstacle has been placed before you in an effort to derail your plans to get in some cardio, you fend them […]

Found on RunnersWorld.com and written by Jeff Galloway There’s no better way to ward off the afternoon doldrums than going for a lunchtime run. Getting out for as little as 15 minutes invigorates both mind and body—it can reduce stress, stimulate creativity, and activate hormones associated with positive thinking, not to mention help keep you […]

Found on RunnersWorld.com  Regular exercise is essential if you want to improve your fitness. But vacations, work, or family obligations can derail even the most dedicated runners. When that happens to you, don’t get discouraged by the missed workouts. Simply start up when you can, scale back your pace, and increase your walk breaks. You’ll […]

Found on Men’s Health and written by BY ADAM BORNSTEIN Trap Bar Deadlift Load a trap bar and stand between its handles with your feet hip-width apart. Bend down and grab the handles; this is the starting position. Keeping your lower back naturally arched, drive your heels into the floor and push your hips forward, lifting […]

Written by Linzay Logan for Competitor.com Want to become a stronger, faster, injury-proof runner? Add these four exercises to your training routine! To become the best, most efficient runner you can be, just running isn’t going to be enough. Strength training is one of the single most important non-running aspects of training that can help […]

Written by Mario Fraioli for Competitor.com Want to step to the starting line with confidence on race day? Give these sessions a shot in the week leading up to your event! Race week can be summed up as a stressful stretch of days culminating in, at most, a few hours of extreme effort. No big […]

Looking for a way to get your legs ready for the run after jumping off the bike?   Try this brick workout.  It’s good for any distance triathlon.  If you want to truly make it a “killer” throw in a 30 minute swim after you’re done. Killer Brick Workout Warm UP: 10-15 minute spin at […]

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Keep the muscles along your spine flexible and strong to prevent injuries. By Laurel Leicht Published on RunnersWorld A healthy back is as important to your running as fit legs. “If your back muscles aren’t strong, they’ll tend to fatigue faster, taking energy away from other muscles, and change your stride, which can lead to […]

Found on RunnersWorld.com and written by Susan Paul The Basic Plank– Hold for 30 seconds, relax and repeat. Gradually increase the number of repetitions and the length of time you hold the pose. The Side Plank– Hold for 30 seconds, relax and repeat. Gradually increase repetitions and time. The Superman Pose– Lie face down. Raise […]

Found on RunnersWorld.com and written by Lisa Jhung Whatever your goal, there’s an effective and fun (really!) treadmill workout just for you If Your Goal Is To: Make the Most of 20 Minutes Try This: Warm up at a slow to moderate pace for five minutes, then increase the speed to race pace and hold […]

Found on BodyBuilding.com Begin on the floor laying on your back with your feet on top of the ball. Position the ball so that when your legs are extended your ankles are on top of the ball. This will be your starting position. Raise your hips off of the ground, keeping your weight on the […]

Found on Competitor.com and written by Jene Shaw This week’s bike workout comes from Dave Sheanin, a coach for D3 Multisport  in Boulder, Colo. He says this type of over-under session teaches you to be measured and efficient when generating power. “You’re pushing into a hard effort (Zone 5–above threshold) for the ‘over’ segment. If […]

Found on Millitary.com and written by Stew Smith Running Even Faster Most of the time, I receive emails from people who are seeking to pass their PFT, and just as many who wish to max out their PFT scores for their age group. Check out the “Ace Any Military PFT” article for more info. Every […]

These hill repeats incorporate kettlebell swings that’ll get your hamstrings and glutes firing. It’s a short, fast-paced workout awesome for increasing flexibility and building core strength while also reaping the power-gaining benefits of hill running. USA Triathlon coach Jessica Herschberg in Nashville, Tenn. says her athletes can barely make the 10 rounds. Kettlebell Hill Repeats – […]

Found on LiveStrong.com and written by Jeremy Hoefs Runners are creatures of habit in that they focus primarily on their specific running workouts. As a result, their other training, such as strength training or core training, may be neglected. However, runners who incorporate core strength training into their running workouts improve overall performance through efficient […]