Running high mileage without race/goal in mind- would it be a good time to introduce strength training?

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3 years ago 02/15/2021 7:28am EST

I know that I'll probably suffer from DOMS for a few weeks, but would it be smart to start regular strength training while continuing running high mileage? Currently I'm at about 80 mpw, mostly easy, not enough speedwork. Since I'm not training for anything particular right now, I feel that rather than introduce a bunch of new stimuli at once (strength training, speed work, etc.), I would focus on developing all-round better athleticism, and where better to start then with strength training.

Should I reduce mileage temporarily or keep the same mileage while going slower?

3 years ago 02/15/2021 8:28am EST

re: weak runner

Now would be a great time to introduce strength training. No need to reduce mileage.

3 years ago 02/15/2021 8:30am EST

re: weak runner

What about circuit training?

3 years ago 02/15/2021 9:44am EST

re: Seppo Kaitenenn

Seppo Kaitenenn wrote:
Now would be a great time to introduce strength training. No need to reduce mileage.

Was going to type the same response

3 years ago 02/15/2021 11:04am EST

re: Sub-8 Mile

Great time.

You could avoid serious DOMS if you don't overdo it. You will only know if you overdid it in the 24-48 hours following. So err on the side of caution and bump things up each time.

I would focus on what you can't do in running, which is build maximal strength. Start light and build to a focus on sets of 3-5 reps, heavy weight, with full recovery (or do another lift and come back to it).

Avoid conventional 10-12 rep stuff. You'd be better off doing hill sprints for that stimulus.

3 years ago 02/15/2021 12:05pm EST

re: weak runner

Yes, yes you would. And keep mileage the same and you will eventually adapt to the strength work and be less sore after strength work

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