Boost Running Performance: Strength Training for Runners
By Matt McEwan – Sports Physio & Running Coach at Parkside Sports Physio
🔑 Key Takeaways
- Just 2 strength sessions per week can boost endurance, speed, and resilience in runners
- Strength training reduces injury risk by improving load tolerance in muscles and tendons
- You don’t need a gym – bodyweight and home-based exercises are effective
- The best time to start is now – especially in your base or early build phase

