When implementing a strength training program to coincide and improve your running goals, think functional.

The term ??unctional training??from Wikipedia, states this;

Functional training is a classification of exercise which involves training the body for the activities performed in daily life.

Your Functional Strength Training Approach;

Stability, Stable to Unstable ??In order to be a better RUNNER, training for better stability should be a big concern. To have better balance, one must train out of balance. No your limits though. If you can?? do a regular squat, there is no sense performing a 1 legged squat.

Progressive, Simple to Complex ??To improve your RUNNING, efficiency in your strength training program should be a priority. Always start with a simple move. Once you master this move, go on to something more complex. Complex or compound movements will help you complete 2 body parts in one exercise. This not only makes you more efficient but it also allows for a much better caloric burn.

Load, Nothing to Heavy ??RUNNERS need resistance training. Complete a muscle movement under resistance in order to become stronger in that area ??which helps improve sport performance. Start out light or just body weight resistance, then add load when the resistance becomes too easy.

Tempo, Slow to Fast ??In RUNNING, I am sure strategy will determine when to turn on the jets for a speed burst. So, while Running, why train slow all the time? Train slow initially in order to master the move (a jog). If any in-accuracies occur, simplify the move. Once mastered then improve to the final all out ballistic muscle movement (like a sprint).

Remember to train all parts of your body in order to become a better runner. Running is great because you don’t have to go to a gym. Simply get outside or use a treadmill inside for this great home fitness workout.

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It seems as though there is one common problem amongst all humans…we’re human.
We make mistakes.
We slip up.
We cheat here and there on meal plans. (Yes, even us Personal Trainers)
We don’t exercise enough – True or True?
Well I’m going to share with you today?1 way to stay on track and keep motivated to cross that finish line and continue your fitness journey – forever!
Are you ready?
Here goes.

Use Positive Affirmations. Now I know almost the whole world has read at one point The Secret, or some form of a great book like that one to help you understand not only?the power of positive thought but also the power of speaking out loud positive thought.

Call it what you want, Positive Affirmations, Daily Dozen, Morning Mantras – they work. (Everyone knows the?Jim Carrey story too).
Try this out. Why not start your morning off by reading out loud 3 positive things you are doing, becoming or aquiring? DO, BE, HAVE (Always talk as though it is happening).
“I Robert?Foster, and I am exercising 5 days/week and loving it.
I am becoming lean, toned and ripped.
I have 8 pack abs like Mario Lopez”.
This can be done in your car on your way to work (windows rolled up maybe?).
It can be done in the shower (not at the local gym probably).
Out on a morning jog (not too loud to scare the neighbours or their dog).
Just remember, affirmations work.
Do this 1 thing daily and amazing changes will happen in your fitness life which allows all other parts of your life to respond victoriously!
Lmk your Matra below!

Wikipedia’s version of Cross Training;

Cross-training (also known as conditioning) refers to training in different ways to improve overall performance. It takes advantage of the particular effectiveness of each training method, while at the same time attempting to neglect the shortcomings of that method by combining it with other methods that address its weaknesses.

Check out mine.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjlfw2M_OGA

Leave a comment and lmk what you do for your cross training?

Boxing, Soccer, Jump Rope….?

Being a new year and everyone on the planet has a resolution to get fit, check out some solutions in this cool article;

http://www.prlog.org/10485558-diy-do-it-yourself-home-fitness.pdf”>DIY, Do it Yourself Home Fitness</a>

Write back on our blog with comments and tell me what home fitness things you do.