Tag Archives: Cross Training
Cross-training for Runners: Cycling
When I was in elementary school, I remember always asking my teacher why we learned certain concepts and how they would apply to the real world. For example, I absolutely loathed having to do mental math with percentages and fractions…
Cross-training for Runners: Swimming
Right now it seems like the popularity of running is at an all-time high. So many people are turning to running for physical fitness and mental clarity. Conversely, the number of runners who are in the midst of overcoming injuries due to running also seems to be…
Shakin’ Things Up With Sports and Games
I’ve enjoyed staying physically active as long as I can remember. I hail from a sports-loving family and I’m one of four boys – a perfect number for “even” teams when it came…
Cross Training: Aqua-jogging
Aqua-jogging is exactly what it sounds like: jogging in the water. Aqua-jogging is great for cross training because there is little impact and it provides resistance against your legs. A lot of runners use aqua-jogging as cross-training when injured…
Cross Training: Walking
Walking can be great cross training for running. For runners who are just starting out, running 4, 5, or 6 times a week is probably out of the question. Most running plans start off new runners, or runners who have taken a long time off…
Cross Training: Elliptical
Ellipticals are a great way to cross train. You can purchase one at a sporting goods store such as Academy, but almost every gym has one, with most gyms having a row of them…
Cross Training: Swimming
Swimming is a great aerobic workout to cross train for running. It can help build your lung capacity and aerobic endurance. Swimming will also work your upper body and core as you propel yourself through the water….
Cross Training: Biking
Biking is a great way to cross train for runners who are injured or who are just looking to mix it up. Biking is a great way for a runner to get in additional training without experiencing the impact of pounding the pavement. If you are injured…
Strong Arms
For the longest time, I was opposed to any type of strength training. I have a very muscular frame and tend to build muscle with great ease. Having taken up running in college to stay in shape and avoid the dreadful freshman 15, I was not really…
Cross Training
For my next series of post, I’ll be talking about different forms of cross training and how they can benefit your running. For running, cross training is doing another activity that will help maintain or build on your training…
Strength Training: Lower Body Workout
Your legs are doing the work when you run. They are pounding the pavement, straining up the hills, and churning for the finish line. Stronger legs will make you a stronger runner. Here’s a leg workout that will help you tone and strengthen…
