s2/e27 Heavy Lifting for Runners with Dr. Kate Bochnewetch PT, DPT, CSCS (@the_running_dpt)

STRENGTH TRAINING - always a hot topic with runners! Physical therapist and running coach Dr. Kate Bochnewetch (@the_running_dpt) joins the show to discuss the different kinds of strength training and what "heavy lifting" means (and why YOU should be doing it!) What is "strength training" & why is it important for runners? When your "strength" training actually is cardio in disguise Circuit training What is HIIT, actually? Why "heavy" lifting is relative! How to figure out YOUR appropriate weight/load  The importance of rest between sets PROGRESSIVE OVERLOAD 101 Periodizing your strength training Muscle soreness The "minimum effective dose" of strength training and more! Kate Bochnewetch PT, DPT, CSCS (@the_running_dpt) is a Western NY based physical therapist and lifelong runner. Kate is also an RRCA Run Coach, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and Level 1 Certified Running Gait Analyst. Kate provides personalized running and strength coaching for beginner and amateur runners to achieve their goals while minimizing risk for injury, as well as group strength coaching for runners who are new to strength training through her Strong Beginnings Group Program.