This program is for lifters who want to be in shape, and runners who want to be strong. If you’re a runner, you’ve probably heard that lifting makes you bulky and slow, and if you’re a lifter you’ve probably heard that cardio kills gains. Luckily, neither of these things are true. With this expertly written program, we balance the unique stresses of running and lifting so that you can get the best of both worlds. Research shows that the health benefits of lifting AND running far outweigh the benefits of doing either alone. So if you want to be your fittest, fastest, and strongest self, this program is for you.
This 5x/week program is split into 2-3 weekly running days and 2-3 weekly lifting days. The running days all incorporate three workout options based on the distance you are training for or your current running ability (5k, 10k, half marathon).
A
Assault Bike
1 x 10:00
B
Pull-Up
3 x 10
C
DB Bicep Curls
3 x 12
D
DB Overhead Tricep Extension
3 x 12
E
DB Lateral Raise
3 x 12
F
Side Plank
3 x 0:45
Prep
A
General Warm-up
General Warm-up *You're always welcome to do your own thing for your warm-up if you have a routine you prefer to follow! 2 Rounds: 10 Front to Back Leg Swings 10 Side-to-Side Leg Swings 10 Alternating Forward Lunges 10 Alternating Lateral Lunges 10 Air Squats
B
Run
1 x 22:00
C
Run
1 x 32:00
D
Run
1 x 43:00
E
Deficit Calf Raise with 1-Leg Eccentric
3 x 10
F
Banded Clamshells
3 x 15
G
Calf Stretch
3 x 1:00
Prep
A
General Warm-up
General Warm-up *You're always welcome to do your own thing for your warm-up if you have a routine you prefer to follow! Begin with general warm-up of your choice to get moving and elevate your HR (bike, jog, jump rope, skipping, etc) followed by (or moving straight into): 2 Rounds: 10 Pass throughs 10 Strict press (empty bar) 10 Banded pull aparts
B
Push Press
5, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3
C
Single Leg Box Jump
4 x 5
D
Hex Bar Deadlift
5 x 3
E
Standing Psoas March
3 x 10
Prep
A
General Warm-up
General Warm-up *You're always welcome to do your own thing for your warm-up if you have a routine you prefer to follow! 2 Rounds: 10 Front to Back Leg Swings 10 Side-to-Side Leg Swings 10 Alternating Forward Lunges 10 Alternating Lateral Lunges 10 Air Squats
B
Run
1 x 25:00
C
Run
1 x 40:00
D
Run
1 x 55:00
E
Deficit Calf Raise with 1-Leg Eccentric
4 x 10
F
Banded Clamshells
3 x 15
G
Calf Stretch
3 x 1:00
Master's of Sports Science in Exercise Science, USAW Advanced Sports Performance Coach, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
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