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Alice Porter

"You don't need heavy weights or a gym membership to build strength": A physical therapist shares a wall-based workout for runners

A woman performs a wall sit exercise at home, wearing leggings and a vest. Her back is against a wall, her knees are bent, and her hands are clasped in front of her as she performs the move. In front of her a tablet is propped up and there is a wooden staircase behind her.

It might sound counterintuitive, but to be a better runner, you need to do more than just run. Incorporating a small amount of strength training into your exercise routine will make running feel more comfortable and improve your speed and power.

Physical therapist Sam Caddick recently shared a routine designed to do just that. It features six moves you can do from home.

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