Do you perform plyometric training as part of your running training?

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Drew Wartenburg · Answer

Question on the use of plyometrics as part of a overall running training plan. Plyometrics definitely have a place in a training cycle for runners of all sorts. I would say it's probably more important and applicable for someone that is running shorter distances, maybe middle distance, definitely races on the track where there's going to be a high level of energy return to benefit from. The nature of plyometrics being explosive and ballistic movements is something that needs to be approached with caution and care and should not come at the front of a training cycle or without the proper introductory movements before you do the actual plyometric training itself. So that would be something to consult with someone who can build a strength or a resistance program and help integrate that with the running training for the best end results.

Colleen Little, PT, DPT, OCS · Answer

Do you perform plyometric training as part of your running training? Do you perform plyometric training as part of your running training? Yes, 100%. With Bowerman, we do a ton of plyometrics in the gym, usually paired with our heavy lifts.

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"Do you perform plyometric training as part of your running training?"