Can Plyometrics Help You Run Faster?

Tread Lightly Running Podcast

If a 10-15 minute investment each week helped you run faster, would you do it? In this episode, we explore plyometrics for runners and how they can help you run faster with just a few minutes per week - when done correctly. 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • What are plyometric exercises?
  • How runners can benefit from plyometrics
  • How to incorporate plyometrics into your routine
  • Who should NOT do plyometrics
  • Sample plyometric exercises
  • Common plyometric mistakes to avoid

References:

  • PMID: 38165636
  • PMID: 33956587
  • PMID: 32163923
  • Haff & Triplett, Essentials of Strength and Conditioning. Human Kinetics

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2025-03-15 29 min

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