Run Strong
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“Running doesn’t make you strong. You need to be strong to run. ”
Running puts the body under a tremendous load. Some literature suggests your lower extremity is absorbing six times your body weight! Your ability to attenuate those forces and propel yourself forward efficiently and without causing injury requires a lot of strength and neuromuscular control.
Runners often carry a misconception that the act of running builds strength. That is not entirely accurate. Running with poor control and lack of strength is possible as most runners harbor weaknesses and manage to run for seasons without issues. But the risks are high for injury.
Control over the nervous system supports efficient form. Strengthening promotes:
speed
power
control
stabilization
protection of joints, muscles, and tendons.
Coach Amy leads classes influenced by physical therapy principles, barre, and pilates that build full-body strength and neuromuscular control specific to endurance sports.
Classes are held at the CoachAmyPT clinic on Thursday nights. Sessions are monthly and ongoing. Space is limited. To learn more, click on the button below.