Traditionally, its believed that to improve your running, all you need to do is run, both in terms of regularity and distance. However, if you’re serious about clocking up the miles, it pays to add some strength training to your programme rather than focusing solely on cardio exercise.
Whether you’re new to running or a seasoned pro, the right strength and conditioning will not only help improve your performance but will also help you avoid injury. And it pays to get your technique right from the outset.
Strength training isn’t usually perceived as something runners need to do, however, this is partly due to the misconception