#285 Sharing Our Strength Routines, Debunking Weightlifting Myths, and What We’re Testing

About this episode

Matt and Nathan discuss the benefits of weightlifting for runners and share their personal routines.

Weightlifting: runners know it has a myriad of benefits but it can be a struggle to fit it into already full training and life schedules. Matt & Nathan are here to help. They dive into the physiology of how weightlifting actually benefits runners, and how to maximize that benefit, with tips on how to fit it into your running schedule They also discuss their current weight routines and the why behind them. Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/ We're thrilled to have Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DORMARCH10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com . Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING ! https://www.skratchlabs.com Chapters 0:00 - Intro 1:06 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs 27:06 - The role of weight lifting for runners 31:22 - Weightlifting myths 41:48…

People in this episode

Hosts: Matt, Nathan

Topics covered

• weightlifting
• runners
• training schedules
• physiology
• myths
• strength routines

Keywords

• weightlifting
• runners
• training
• physiology
• strength routines
• myths
• Skratch Labs
• Rabbit

Sponsors

Rabbit, Skratch Labs

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