Have you ever thought about supercharging your running routine with a touch of yoga magic? Well, today is your lucky day! In this comprehensive guide, I’ll be your yoga guru, unveiling a treasure trove of poses to boost your flexibility, mobility, and strength. But before we roll out the yoga mat, let’s first uncover the … Read more
Are you intrigued by the idea of mixing up CrossFit with your running routine? Well, you’ve just hit the jackpot because that’s exactly what we’re diving into today! In this exciting post, we’re not just going to scratch the surface; we’ll be delving deep into some super effective training guidelines. These nuggets of wisdom are … Read more
In this post, you’ll DISCOVER the full guide to The VO2 Max By the end, you’ll learn: What is VO2Max, how to measure it, what’s a good score as well as plenty of VO2 max charts for any fitness level. Click HERE to lean more about the VOmax metric!
Are you ready to take your running to the next level and prevent injury? Look no further because today I’m sharing a dynamic running warm-up routine that will leave you feeling limber and ready to hit the pavement. Whether you are a seasoned runner or just starting out, warm-up exercises are crucial to your performance … Read more
Let’s talk squats, shall we? Imagine if I could serenade every runner with a strength training love song, it’d be crooning “Squat, squat, squat…” on a never-ending loop! Because if there’s one golden nugget of exercise that I’d shout from the rooftops for every runner to embrace, yup, you guessed it – it’s the squat. … Read more
Today, I’m about to introduce you to a workout routine that will push your limits and take your fitness to new heights. And the best part? You won’t need a single piece of equipment, gym membership, or even a personal trainer by your side. Intrigued? Let me unveil the world of isometric exercises! Now, I … Read more
Looking to take your running game to the next level? Well, you’ve stumbled upon a goldmine of lower body exercises that will give your legs the strength they need to conquer any challenge. But before we dive into the nitty-gritty, let’s address the elephant on the track—why should you even bother with strength training? Listen … Read more
I started doing plyometric training years ago when I discovered it by going through a P90X program, which was one of the defining moments of my fitness life. In fact, Tony Horton has changed my life and the way I see fitness. Drastically.
He is an awesome trainer, and I’m really grateful. Always give credit where credit is due.
But enough talk about that crazy fit old dude, and let’s delve into plyometric training for runners, which is the main purpose of this blog post.
What are plyometrics?
“Plyometric training is high-velocity movement that relies on power generated through what is called the “stretch-shortening cycle””. This is the definition I found on the Runner’s World magazine website, and the definition will only leave you feel more perplexed and a bit, intimidated.
When I began running, I didn’t have much stamina to show for.
In fact, I gave up on running—for numerous times—because within a mile or less, my legs were on fire and I was about to drop dead from breathing so hard and fast.
But all changed when I started to consciously work on increasing my running stamina. That’s when the magic started to happen and my running changed for good—figuratively and literally.
So today, I’m going to share with you some of the tactics you can use to increase your running stamina and endurance—regardless of your current fitness level. The running strategies you are going to read can benefits runners of all levels and training backgrounds.
But first things first.
Let’s delve into what stamina actually means so we can make sure that we are on the right page (and the same book).
Different Stamina meanings
Runners are not created equal. Everyone is different. That’s why stamina means different things to different runners.
The beginner runner (1) may want to run three to five miles without stopping and with much ease, then build on that. The main focus is building a basic cardio base.
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