Plyometric training - Maximize your running

• Box Jumps: Place a box in front of you and jump onto it with both feet. Land softly and repeat.

• Jumping Lunge: Perform a lunge, then jump up and switch legs in the air. Repeat in a steady rhythm.

• Burpees: Start standing, do a push-up, jump up and finish with a jump squat. Repeat for an intense full-body workout.

• High Knee Lifts: Run forward and lift your knees as high as possible with each step.

• Bounding: Take long, powerful strides with maximum stretch in each stride.

Do this:

• Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.

• Begin with a normal running step position.

• Swing your arms naturally to create movement and balance.

• Jump powerfully forward from one leg to the other.

• Extend the free leg as far forward as possible.

• While jumping, use your arms to create extra power.

• Swing your arms forward in a coordinated motion to maximize forward motion.

• Land softly on the front foot with bent knees to absorb the impact.

• Extend the landed leg and continue forward in the next jump.
  

By including strength training in your running training, you can create a well-balanced and sustainable training routine. Strength training not only strengthens large muscle groups but also stabilizing muscles around joints, reducing the risk of injury. Good strength exercises for runners are, for example, lunges, squats and hip lifts - these are also exercises that you can easily include weight with, by holding dumbbells or kettlebells, for example.

Plyometric training is a powerful resource for runners striving to maximize their performance. By incorporating these explosive exercises into your training, you can experience a noticeable increase in speed, strength and endurance. The form of training is suitable for all levels and also helps to improve both balance and coordination.

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Take your training and running to the next level with plyometric training - every jump and every step gets you closer to your fitness goals.