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Runner Add On Leg Day Workout
Today’s workout is another runner add on workout, leg day! Strength training regularly and consistently is so important for runners, but usually the first to go when things get busy. Runners make running the priority when time gets tight, but strength training is what is going to keep you running! These add on workouts are perfect when you are short on time, or you need something to keep you consistent. If you are short on time, cut your next run a half mile short and do one round of this runner add on leg day workout! Best of both worlds. A run and a lift! If you give he workout…
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Glute Activation Exercises
These Glute Activation Exercises changed my running. One thing I learned through my chiropractor treatments is that I have a weak right glute that is not activating while I am exercising. I have started doing some glute activations every morning and before I exercise. Below are the exercises I complete. If you have any additional exercises you do, leave them in the comments! After you activate your glutes give some of our workouts a try HERE! Pinterest Workout Board HERE More Workout Posts HERE
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Chiropractor Week 3 and 4 Recap.
Chiropractor Week 3 and 4 recap. The good the bad and the struggles! Week 3: Monday. I was a little sore from moving but overall felt pretty good. I want to be smart so I’m taking it as a rest day. Tuesday. Morning run was a success and I felt great. I ran for 30mins which ended up being around 3 miles. The run felt great but as the day went on I could feel the dead leg slowly starting. This is new. Usually it happens during my run and then goes away. Wednesday. I woke up a few times throughout the night with the dead leg discomfort. I am…
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Dumbbell Only Workout
This is a great dumbbell only workout to add in after your next run. If you are at the gym, jump on the treadmill for a few miles, grab some dumbbells and find an open quiet spot in the gym and get to work! If possible, increase weight each set. This workout is set up to including decreasing reps per set to better allow the increase of weight. If you only have one weight of dumbbell, keep all rep ranges the same. (Example, only one lighter dumbbell do 10reps each set, only heavier dumbbell do 6 or 4reps per set.) If you give this dumbbell only workout a try, let…
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Chiropractor Week 2 Recap!
Chiropractor Week 2 Recap! I can’t believe week 2 is already in the books! Daily recaps is below. Cliff notes: Started rough, ended more positive! Monday. I am feeling sore and uncomfortable. I had another adjustment today. My whole right side is more tight than when I started. Hoping it’s a get worse before it gets better thing. The doctor recommend that I try and sleep with the at home wedges and rollers. I went for an after toddler bedtime two mile run on the treadmill. I am running only two miles still and now extra slow. The first mile felt a little rough, the second mile felt better. Tuesday. …
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Treadmill Speed Workout!
Treadmill speed workout coming your way! Treadmills get such a bad name. I agree that running outside is more enjoyable, especially if you have some nice views, or its sunrise! BUT I also really enjoy the treadmill. My favorite part is that you can just log in a speed and coast. I need to get better at managing pace outside, but until then the treadmill is a great option. Below is a speed workout that will pass the time and have you burning extra calories and getting faster! If you want to add more intensity, or you are training for a race with hills. Add an incline to every other…
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Bodyweight EMOM for Runners
Bodyweight EMOM for Runners. Another 10min after run EMOM circuit style workout. Give this workout a try after your next run. If you have more time, add a few extra rounds. I decided on another short style after run EMOM, because these are the workouts I’m going right now. Short, simple Bodyweight workouts. Strength training for runners is extremely important. Most importantly it helps with reducing the risk of injury. Even 10mins twice a week will result in benefits! EMOM HOW TO: If you give it a try, let us know! I’m More EMOMs Here! (Great Add-Ons After Y Runs! Can fit to the amount of time you have. Even one round is…
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Chiropractor Week 1 Recap!
Week 1 of chiropractor work in the books. Chiropractor Week 1 Recap! I think Thursday last week was technically appointment one, but I didn’t fully tell them I was committed to the full treatment plan. So that appointment was more of a basic adjustment. The appointment started with an assistant showing me the warm-up exercises and establishing me as a routine client. The process at this particular office is unlike any I have been at before, but I like it. You start by scanning in and completing a series of four exercises to warm-up your spin. Then you see the doctor for the actual adjustment and treatment. After you lock…
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After Run EMOM Add-On Workout
Below you will find an After Run EMOM Add-On Workout! These are great if you have a busy schedule, and running is your priority. Even two of these 10min strength workouts a week, will have a huge impact on your running. They will also help keep you from getting injured! EMOM HOW TO: If you give it a try, let us know! More EMOMs Here! (Great Add-Ons After Your Runs! Can fit to the amount of time you have. Even one round is better than nothing!) More Workouts Here! Pinterest HERE
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Treadmill and Dumbbell Circuit
Treadmill and Dumbbell Circuit. Running and Strength Workout combined in one circuit. Get a great workout when you are short on time! Circuit workouts are the best at keeping your heart rate up and burning extra calories during lifting and strength training. Circuits are also great if you are short on time and want both a cardio and strength workout! Runners benefit from strength workouts because they allow you the mix of speed work and strength without having to make time for two workouts in the same day! If you need video tutorials of the strength moves in this treadmill and dumbbell only circuit or have any questions, don’t hesitate…
