RunwithKat Show
Welcome to the RunwithKat Show! A running podcast that centers around helping you run happy, healthy, and strong. Im Kat! Physical Therapist, Personal Trainer, Run Coach, and most importantly runner. For over 10 years now, running has been one of the biggest constants in my life, and my goal is that it becomes the same for you. As a physical therapist, one of my foundational core values is that movement is medicine, which is why I am extremely passionate about keeping runners healthy. This podcast was created with the intent to provide all of you runners out there with the proper knowledge on how to be the healthiest and fastest runner you can be, while never losing sight of running for pure enjoyment for the sport. My mission is to help you do the thing you love the most as long as possible, and bring out the best runner and person you were born to be. This show is fun, informative, and centered around all things running related. Every week, I interview running experts AND inspirational runners just like you who work everyday to be a little better than yesterday. Whether you’re a beginner runner or a marathon veteran, stay tuned every Monday and bring out the best runner in you!
Hosts: Dr. Katherine Campbell, DPT, CPT, and run coach
RunwithKat Show
Strength Training For Runners 101
As runners, we all know we need to strength train, but most runners doesn’t really know what that entails. Dr. Gabby Go discusses the importance of strength training for runners and provides insights on how to execute it correctly. In this episode, she educates runners on principles of strength training and emphasizes the need for progressive overload as well as individualized programs tailored to the specific needs of runners. Gaby highlights the benefits of strength training. She also addresses common mistakes and misconceptions about strength training, such as the belief that it will make runners bulky or slow them down. Gaby also shares her insights and experiences as a marathon runner and how to incorporate strength training into our running routines.
Episode Outline
00:00
Introduction and Background
07:59
What is Strength Training?
09:02
Common Mistakes in Strength Training
15:46
Benefits of Strength Training for Runners
20:15
Frequency of Strength Training
25:52
Difference Between Strength Training and Cross Training
28:31
Important Muscle Groups for Runners
33:59
Sets, Reps, and Rest Periods
39:49
Importance of Rest and Recovery
41:39
Advice for New Runners
42:19
Connect with Dr. Gabby Go
05:00
Training for a Marathon
15:00
Injury Prevention and Recovery
25:00
Nutrition and Hydration
35:00
Mental Preparation and Motivation
43:00
Acknowledging Coaches and Support
About Gaby
Dr. Gaby Go is a former D1 athlete and marathoner. Her personal injury experiences and athletic career sparked her journey to physical therapy alongside a special interest in treating endurance athletes. She currently works as a sport & performance physical therapist at Health Baller located in Rockville, MD. She is also the founder of Go Run Stronger, a virtual platform that offers 1:1 run coaching, strength coaching, and a monthly subscription to strength & running related injury programs. She is dedicated to her work and passionate about empowering her patients and clients to reach their individual goals. She emphasizes performance-based injury prevention and rehabilitation through strength, mobility, and adequate recovery. Follow her so you can learn tips to stay injury-free when running @dr.gabygo!
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- Go Run Stronger Website
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