Whether you’re fairly new to running or have been doing it for years, at some point you’ll want to find ways to help yourself get faster. But how do you go about that? Do you just run more? Not exactly. “Speed isn’t just built by running more — it’s built in the gym too,” explains Running Coach and professional ultra runner, Yana Strese, on a recent Instagram post.
In fact, Strese says you need a mixture of exercises that work on a range of different performance factors, including building better force production in your legs, stability, and overall strength. If that sounds quite overwhelming, don’t worry, Strese has shared a three-move workout that she says is perfect for adding onto the end of your runs, twice a week, or as a leg finisher during your strength training sessions.
