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Maddy Biddulph

The resistance band moves this pro runner and coach uses to run faster and stay injury-free—try them today

Woman in sportswear exercising. A blue resistance band is looped around her ankles and she raises one leg behind her.

One thing I realised when I came back to running after a break is that the exercise you do alongside it is almost as important as the running itself.

Strength training can really level up your performance if you’re trying to run faster because stronger muscles mean you can generate more force with every stride.

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