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<\/a>Kicking off mile after mile isn\u2019t enough stimulus to strengthen the body.\u00a0 And a resistance or lifting program becomes even more\u00a0 as the age of the runner increases.<\/p>\nSince running is pretty much a confined movement pattern that tends to ignore our comprehensive athletic skill development, it is important to challenge your total body<\/a> as a runner.<\/p>\n It means getting outside of your comfort zone and pushing the limits thru the implementation of diverse movement patterns that engage the body in ALL ways.<\/p>\n This is exactly how we train in small group sessions at AVC Elite Training<\/a>. We continually mix things up, keeping the body challenged through the incorporation of:<\/p>\n Because functional, multidimensional training<\/a> rewards a runner with:<\/p>\n So even if you are not a runner<\/a> or ever care to be, this form of training is beneficial for everyone to maintain a strong, healthy body and metabolism and slow down the aging process. And – above all and – MOST importantly, protecting and improving overall health!<\/p>\n Looking for a PR at your next race<\/strong>? Let Amy show you how AVC Elite Training can be the missing piece in your running training<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Did you know we lose strength and lean body mass at a rate much faster than any of us would like to know? And that is EVEN if you keep running. Running alone can’t stop the loss. Kicking off mile … Continue reading What does this mean to you as a runner?<\/h2>\n
How can runners do this?<\/h2>\n
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Why is this important, even for an experienced runner?<\/h2>\n
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Decreased Injury Rates<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
Improved Balance: After all, running is a series of single leg balances.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
Improved Speed and Agility: Both contribute to being a more skilled and efficient runner.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
Improved Jumping: Improving your spring and minimizing high loading rates that can cause stress fractures: Practice landing softly hitting those plyometrics.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
Improved Core Strength: Weaker Core= Weaker Runner<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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