This was great. I have a strength coach already but this really helps break down why he has me doing what he’s doing (which makes it more likely for me to do it haha)! Keep up the great content 👌🏻
Great video. Any recommendations for someone with a surgically repaired ankle whose dorsi flexion is too limited to get into a deep squat with straight feet? I can still get into a deep squat (loaded and unloaded) with my toes pointed slightly outward. I do about 20 minutes of ankle mobility work each day but there seems to be no give. Thank you.
Lots of thoughts there and this can vary a lot depending on the level of runner, proximity of race, their health, and what they're trying to do. I think at the end of the day tho - strength tends to be an underutilized tool by runners. As a starters - 2 days per week is a reasonable place to start for all runners of all levels
What exercises do you recommend for flexibility? I can not get as far down in a squat for the piston squat (I am in my later 50's - so I think I have lost some of my flexibly, though I was never a very flexible person) - and yes, when I run, I frequently have dirt on the insides of my calves! Also - have you ever heard of anyone whose ankles "lock". Rarely - but it does happen, normally at the start of a run - an ankle will "freeze" in mid air & when I land on that foot - I have to quickly jump to my other leg.
Do you have any recommendations on the type of shoes to wear when performing this strength training? Does it matter if they're ankle-supportive or not in terms of keeping them strong but also achieving the range of motion? Great video!
Coach Nate loves Strike Movement shoes! You can check them out here: strike-mvmnt.com/ and we'll be doing a giveaway for a free pair on this week's live show too!
So what if when your legs are fully folded under your body, but you can't sit on your haunches. I'm at max ROM but definitely can't keep my feet under my shoulders and straight. Been stretching, strengthening and even dropped into the Chiro to release tight muscles, after 3 years, still can't do it like that.
Hey Bravo, Check out some of the videos we have on our playlist. I think you'd really benefit from "Trail Running exercises for healthy ankles" and "3 Injury prevention exercises for the lower leg". It's super important that we mobilize and strengthen our ankles to help improve our running skills.
splits squats are great to add in for sure - and something that we program for our runners regularly. For the purposes of this video - we use squatting to cover the basics of how to stabilize the spine, how to effectively load the hips, and go through greater ranges of motion. Once runners master this - other movements make more sense and have greater carry over.
Strike Movement! One of our favorite filming shoes - b/c we can pretty much do anything in them. Here's a link :strike-mvmnt.com/collections/travel-collection/products/traveller-camo-phantom-white-c5?variant=6208111640614
Hi great video. I do body pump a couple of times a week for strength training. It's a lot of fun but do you think it's specific enough for my running? Thanks!
The movement's themselves don't have to be "specific" because all humans have the same ankles, knees, and hips and learning to squat for example is pretty universally beneficial. What IS important for specificity sake is the programming of said movements. Group classes in general bring a lot - good energy, motivation, and hopefully some coaching. The one thing to keep in mind: many people who do these classes go to get worked and aren't necessarily running hills, or on the track, or going long etc. Jump into the classes but when in doubt be a little conservative on the reps and focus more on the quality of the movement itself...
I doubt any of these exercises have lots of overlap with the actual running movement pattern. Strength training for running should be about producing adequates amount of force with 1 leg at a time and at the same time trying not to make our muscles heavy.
And not a squat was done that day....seriously? I get Mo Farah is doing it like that, but unless you're already running a 2hr marathon you need to be doing FULL SQUATS. Doing half assed squats is a good way to fuck your knees up. Bad advice, disappointing.
Watched the video like 4 or 5 times. Really grabbed the idea and how to add it to my training. Excellent!!!
Glad you enjoyed it, Carlos!
This was great. I have a strength coach already but this really helps break down why he has me doing what he’s doing (which makes it more likely for me to do it haha)! Keep up the great content 👌🏻
that's great! We've got full breakdowns of most movements on our channel, so if you ever need an extra look technique wise just hit the search!
Absolutely love your vids. Have helped me lots with my running
Thanks for the feedback!
Very helpful and precious tips to keep in mind! Thanks a lot, coach Nate!
Really good video! easy to understand how those postures are important to improve your runing.
This is my favorite run experience video so far! In a short video I learned so much! Thank you for all you do!
Awesome, Donna! Thanks for the feedback :)
Best running channel on UA-cam.
thank you!
I am totally adding reverse planks to my daily morning workout
Great video!
Really Nice INFORMATION. Love it
Nate. Great advise! May I know where you are at on the video? Looks like the apparatus are permanent features for public use?
haha yes. we're between the marina green and fort mason in San Francisco. Great outdoor place to workout...
Great tips. Essence.Thanks
Great video, super informative, some things to test and improve on in future!
Thank you!
Thanx
Whoa, mad props on that last box jump onto tires.
Those were plates I think
Thank you, greatly appreciate the videos! Can I do all these exercises on one workout, or spread over a few?
Either way! You could combine for a full strength workout or use separately on run days for added maintenance, etc.
Great video!! Very informative for a newbie runner. Also love the shoes what are they?
Great video. Any recommendations for someone with a surgically repaired ankle whose dorsi flexion is too limited to get into a deep squat with straight feet? I can still get into a deep squat (loaded and unloaded) with my toes pointed slightly outward. I do about 20 minutes of ankle mobility work each day but there seems to be no give. Thank you.
This should be day one.
What are your thoughts on frequency of strength training per week in relation to run days/wk?
Lots of thoughts there and this can vary a lot depending on the level of runner, proximity of race, their health, and what they're trying to do. I think at the end of the day tho - strength tends to be an underutilized tool by runners. As a starters - 2 days per week is a reasonable place to start for all runners of all levels
What exercises do you recommend for flexibility? I can not get as far down in a squat for the piston squat (I am in my later 50's - so I think I have lost some of my flexibly, though I was never a very flexible person) - and yes, when I run, I frequently have dirt on the insides of my calves! Also - have you ever heard of anyone whose ankles "lock". Rarely - but it does happen, normally at the start of a run - an ankle will "freeze" in mid air & when I land on that foot - I have to quickly jump to my other leg.
Awesome 🎥 keep it up.
Good information
Do you have any recommendations on the type of shoes to wear when performing this strength training? Does it matter if they're ankle-supportive or not in terms of keeping them strong but also achieving the range of motion? Great video!
Coach Nate loves Strike Movement shoes! You can check them out here: strike-mvmnt.com/ and we'll be doing a giveaway for a free pair on this week's live show too!
How about cleans?
As always, great advice Coach Nate!
So what if when your legs are fully folded under your body, but you can't sit on your haunches. I'm at max ROM but definitely can't keep my feet under my shoulders and straight. Been stretching, strengthening and even dropped into the Chiro to release tight muscles, after 3 years, still can't do it like that.
Can you provide tips on how to improve ankle mobility? I can't do squats properly as I have tight ankles.
Hey Bravo, Check out some of the videos we have on our playlist. I think you'd really benefit from "Trail Running exercises for healthy ankles" and "3 Injury prevention exercises for the lower leg". It's super important that we mobilize and strengthen our ankles to help improve our running skills.
Thank you. You and Holly are my favourite coaches on this channel. Brit Asian here
Nate what is your 5k time?
Good video. With the squat, wouldnt a rear foot elevated split squat be more beneficial for runners and athletes?
splits squats are great to add in for sure - and something that we program for our runners regularly. For the purposes of this video - we use squatting to cover the basics of how to stabilize the spine, how to effectively load the hips, and go through greater ranges of motion. Once runners master this - other movements make more sense and have greater carry over.
I like it
Is it good for 1600 m run
Where'd you get your shoes from? Sick kicks
Strike Movement! One of our favorite filming shoes - b/c we can pretty much do anything in them. Here's a link :strike-mvmnt.com/collections/travel-collection/products/traveller-camo-phantom-white-c5?variant=6208111640614
Where are the tests?!
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Hi great video. I do body pump a couple of times a week for strength training. It's a lot of fun but do you think it's specific enough for my running? Thanks!
The movement's themselves don't have to be "specific" because all humans have the same ankles, knees, and hips and learning to squat for example is pretty universally beneficial. What IS important for specificity sake is the programming of said movements. Group classes in general bring a lot - good energy, motivation, and hopefully some coaching. The one thing to keep in mind: many people who do these classes go to get worked and aren't necessarily running hills, or on the track, or going long etc. Jump into the classes but when in doubt be a little conservative on the reps and focus more on the quality of the movement itself...
Tell me about that park ?
Leg press is not a good workout in my opinion.
u lost me on leg pres............
I doubt any of these exercises have lots of overlap with the actual running movement pattern. Strength training for running should be about producing adequates amount of force with 1 leg at a time and at the same time trying not to make our muscles heavy.
And not a squat was done that day....seriously? I get Mo Farah is doing it like that, but unless you're already running a 2hr marathon you need to be doing FULL SQUATS. Doing half assed squats is a good way to fuck your knees up. Bad advice, disappointing.