Get Bigger, Faster, and Stronger with this Leg Workout for Runners
Today’s…
This is a great lower body workout that will work on strength and cardio, to help build lean muscle and make you a stronger runner.
Cardio Round 1…
For today’s cardio, we are going to be doing 10 minutes of anything of you choice. This is a great way to get your muscles loosened up and the blood flowing. If it is nice outside, feel free to substitute this with a 10 minute run outside instead.
Circuit…
Stretch
To end the workout, stretch out those muscles to prevent soreness and injury. Recovery is the most important part after working out, so make sure to take care of your body and it will take care of you. Stretch it out for a total of 10 – 15 minutes depending on how much time you have.
Leg Workout for Runners:
Leg Workout for Runners
Barbell Squat – 10, 8, 6, 5, 5, 5, 5
4 rounds of the following:
- 10 reps of Dumbbell Split squats (Right Leg)
- 10 reps of Dumbbell Split squats (Leg Leg)
- 20 reps dumbbell calf raises
- 10 reps weighted kettlebell swings
- 20 yard Weighted Sled pushes
- 10 reps alternating lunges (Right leg)
- 10 reps alternating lunges (Left leg)
Barbell Squat:
Split Squats:
Calf Raises:
Kettlebell Swings:
Weighted Sled Pushes:
Dumbbell Lunges:
Takeaways
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