movement variability | Garrett McLaughlin, MS, ATC, CSCS, ART

Strength training is one of the most important supplemental strategies for runners. Rather then randomly selecting exercises which you think will provide results, I recommend creating a framework that you can confidently add exercises into for the best long-term success.

Over the years, I have worked with a ton runners. This experience has allowed me to reflect on my mistakes and successes to now have developed a list of “non-negotiables” that should be a part of every runner’s program.

Recently, I held a 60-minute webinar which will educate you on these non-negotiables and how they can have a huge impact on your running. This is true regardless of whether you are struggling with injury and want to return to running or working towards your next PR. Let’s stop randomly selecting exercises and start implementing structured strength training programs that are created from successful principles.

In this FREE webinar replay, what you’ll learn is…

The Creation of the Healthy Running Program
Non-Negotiable #1: Specificity
Non-Negotiable #2: Variability
Non-Negotiable #3: ‘It Must Make You a Better Runner’
Q&A

–> Click here to receive instant access to the FREE webinar replay.

I hope you enjoy this webinar! Comment below or contact me directly if you have any questions or comments regarding this content. And, if you want to implement the best strategies to improve your running, click here to learn more about the Healthy Running Program.

Article written on June 22nd, 2017 at 7:51am | Follow Garrett on Facebook and Instagram |

It’s obvious that running is a very uni-planar movement that rarely, if ever, consists of lateral or rotational movements. Yes, a variety of muscles are functioning simultaneously to propel the body and stabilize it’s position. But, compared to field sports there is no variability. This can often become a problem which contributes to poor performance, chronic overuse injuries, limitations in flexibility/mobility, and specific muscular imbalances.

So, what’s the solution?

Moving in multiple planes of motion is essential for runners. In fact, it should be part of their daily routine, whether being in the dynamic warm-up or functional training program.

When runners implement more movement variability, it helps create a versatile and resilient foundation. This is due to targeting various muscles that are often under-utilized and/or weak from only moving in the sagittal plane.

What you need to realize is that our body responds to the stimulus placed upon it. If we only train one way, our body will strengthen and reinforce that one activity. This is good to a certain point… Once we lose balance within the kinetic chain, our movement quality and performance quickly suffer. It’s only a matter of time until we notice a decrease in performance and some nagging ache or pain.

I had the chance to speak with local chiropractor and movement specialist, Dr. Riley. It was great to get his take on movement variability for runners, as well as run him through some multi-planar movements. Click the video below to learn more…

By; Garrett McLaughlin, MS, ATC, CSCS, ART

Garrett McLaughlin, MS, ATC, CSCS, ART

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The Non-Negotiables of a Highly Effective Strength Training Program for Runners (FREE Webinar Replay)

Movement Variability for Runners with Dr. Jesse Riley

Article written on June 22nd, 2017 at 7:51am | Follow Garrett on Facebook and Instagram |