Spring Strong 2026

Run Resiliently PT & Performance

Marathon, Cross Country, Track & Field, General Fitness
Coaches
Dr. Anh Bui, PT, DPT, CSCS, Dr. Morgan Smith, PhD and CSCS

To run faster and longer, you need to get stronger. Dr. Anh Bui, PT, DPT and Dr. Morgan Smith, PhD, CSCS (Themo Performance ) are combining their strength and conditioning, rehab, and sports science knowledge to deliver you an evidence based 16 week marathon strength program- "Spring Strong". Our mission is to help runners unlock their fullest potential in the marathon by guiding you through a personalized strength program, creating a team network, and incorporating an educational component through webinars to provide you the tools to implement strength training confidently in the future. We want you to understand the "why" to provide purposeful direction. Program starts on January 1st, 2026.

Includes:

-16 week strength program delivered through Train Heroic

-Group training and community support

-Personalization & coaching from Dr. Morgan + Dr. Anh through bimonthly office hours

-Education webinars with Q+A (bimonthly ~15 minutes): Strength Training for Marathoners: What Actually Matters (Dr. Morgan) B. Running Overuse Injuries: why we get them, how to avoid them (Dr. Anh) C. The Science of Fatigue: Why You Feel Great One Day and Terrible the Next (Dr. Morgan) D. Running Form 101: master the basics. (Dr. Anh) E. Energy Availability and Fueling for Marathon Training (Dr. Morgan) F. The Importance of Mobility (Dr. Anh) G. Female Physiology & Endurance Performance (Dr. Morgan) H. Recovery Science: What Actually Moves the Needle (Dr. Morgan + Dr. Anh)

$450
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Strength = speed
Incorporating a consistent strength routine will make you run more efficiently by recruiting more fast twitch muscle fibers. Our 16 week strength program is designed for marathoners and we can help tailor it to your specific needs and experience level.
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Learn proper lifting technique
It's important to feel confident in your lifting mechanics! We are here to help you refine your technique so you feel confident in loading up your exercises.
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Reduce risk of overuse injury
Strength training can help you become a more durable and well rounded athlete by training muscles in various planes of motion to combat the repetitive movement during running. Less injury risk = bigger capacity to tolerate running intensity and volume.
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Bimonthly Office Hours
We are here to help you personalize your strength program and help identify proper amount of weight so you are challenged. Training for a hilly marathon, but live in a flat area? No problem, we'll help you get this squared away!
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Educational Webinar Topics
Strength Training for Marathoners, Running Overuse Injuries: why we get them, how to avoid them, The Science of Fatigue: Why You Feel Great One Day and Terrible the Next, Running Form 101, Energy Availability and Fueling for Marathon Training, Mobility: what to prioritize, Female Physiology & Endurance Performance, Recovery Science: What Actually Moves the Needle
Features
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Access to your coaches
Coaches who will hold you accountable and provide the feedback you need to grow
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Programming 7 days per week
Daily strength, conditioning, and skill training that’s accessible and challenging for athletes of any level or background
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Exercise Video Guidance
Instructional videos to guide your practice and make execution easy
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Detailed, expert instruction
Coaches who will hold you accountable and provide the feedback you need to grow
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Committed Teammates
A vibrant community that will keep you pushing to unlock your best
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
Your coaches and team will push you harder, know you better, and keep you going longer, all through an app.
Equipment
Required
Loop Resistance Bands // Pull up assist bands // Dumb bells // Bench // 12" Box // Pull Up Bar
Recommended
Hex Bar // Barbell // Medicine Ball
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Sample Week
Week 1 of 16-week program
Sunday
Posterior Chain Mobility

A

Hamstring Release with Ball

1 x 2:00

B

Lacrosse ball to Calf

1 x 2:00

C

Lacrosse ball to Glutes

1 x 2:00

D

Thoracic Spine Extension Foam Roller

1 x 20

E

Lumbar Twist

1 x 15

Monday
Strength A (1a)

A1

Clamshells

2 x 15

A2

Sidelying Hip Abduction

2 x 15

A3

Banded wall walks

1 x 15

B1

Kettlebell Deadlift

3 x 12

B2

Band Face Pull

3 x 12

C1

RDL

3 x 8

C2

Hammer Curl

3 x 12

D1

Pallof Press

3 x 12

D2

Side Plank

3 x 0:30

D3

Single Leg Bent Knee Calf Raise

3 x 15

Wednesday
Power/Speed

A

A-skips

2 x 25

B

B-Skips

2 x 25

C

Butt-Kicks

2 x 25

D

Bounding

2 x 25

E

Pogo Jumps

3 x 30

Thursday
Strength B (1a)

A1

Monster Walk

2 x 15

A2

Lumbar Twist

1 x 20

A3

Banded Shoulder Circles

1 x 15

B1

Goblet Squat

3 x 12

B2

Push-Up

3 x 10

C1

Reverse Lunge

3 x 10

C2

Single Arm Bent Over Row

3 x 10

D1

Deadbug

3 x 30

D2

Suitcase Carry

3 x 25

Saturday
Anterior Chain Mobility

A

Foam Roll Quads

1 x 2:00

B

TFL Release with ball

1 x 2:00

C

Foam Roll Adductors

1 x 2:00

D

Lacrosse ball to foot

1 x 2:00

E

Hip Flexor Stretch

1 x 1:30

Coaches
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coach-avatar Dr. Anh Bui, PT, DPT, CSCS

Founder of Run Resiliently PT

coach-avatar Dr. Morgan Smith, PhD, CSCS

Sports Scientist, Strength & Conditioning Specialist

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Train like an athlete, not just a runner.

Your body is designed to move in various planes of motion. Running is a repetitive motion that overuses muscles in one plane of motion. To be the most durable version of yourself, you need to train your muscles to be versatile.

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FAQs
What is the cost of the program?
$450, one time purchase. You will have full access to the program for up to 1 year.
When will webinars and office hours take place?
A survey will be sent out to all participants to find the best day/time of the week to host educational webinars and office hours. They will take place during the same session. A zoom invitation will be sent out at the beginning of the week.
What if I can't make the webinar or office hours?
Webinars will be recorded in the event you can't make the meeting. If you cannot make office hours, you can contact Dr. Anh and Dr. Morgan through email.
How will I know what amount of weight to use?
We will send out a pre and post strength assessment to help you identify the proper amount of weight to use and help you track progress. Specific questions will be answered at office hours.

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