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Strength Training for Runners and Walkers – Stronger muscles can increase your speed and lessen the chance of injury. The exercises in this guide, are specific to running and walking, and can be done in part or all at once.
LA Roadrunner Training Terms – It may come as a surprise to the new runner to discover that there are numerous training techniques, and even among coaches there is no clear consensus as to which is the best one to follow. There are, however, only a few variables to consider when running: time, distance, and intensity, other factors such as terrain or geographical location should also be considered. What works for one person may simply not work for others, focus your energies towards what is best for you. As long as you follow a few guidelines, there are endless possibilities toward attaining your training and running goals.
Rod Dixon’s Nine PRINCIPLES FOR RUNNERS – LA Roadrunner Coach Rod Dixon share’s his nine principles for running success. From Goal Setting to Recovery, view his words of running wisdom.
Training Progression Benefit – Helpful training advice from a fellow LA Roadrunner. A new way for runners to approach the weekly long runs. In Ryan Gardner’s words, “As a new runner this gives me a lot of encouragement. Instead of looking at new Longest Runs as big hurdles, I can think of them as being just a little bit more than what I just did. In the higher mileage part of the program this thought really reduces the intimidation. I’ll be able to do it because it’s not that much of an increase over what I just ran.”
Training Videos
Check out the LA Marathon YouTube channel where you can learn from Olympic bronze medalist and New York City Marathon champion Rod Dixon, watch training videos and race day highlights, find info about our official training program, LA Roadrunners, and more.
Rod Dixon Marathon Training – Stride Techniques
Hear the legend himself describe proper running technique.
Intro to LA Roadrunners 2009
Find out everything you need to know about the Official Training Program of the LA Marathon.
Balancing Work and Recovery
Olympic medalist Lorraine Moller explains these important training concepts.
Rod Dixon Marathon Training
Learn how to properly warm-up for your run.
Rod Dixon Marathon Training – Cool Down
Your workout doesn’t end when you stop running.