Cross Training

With a goal to run a marathon this upcoming spring, I’ve been trying to become well-educated on a good training routine. One strategy of a well-balanced training routine includes a cross training program. Not only is cross training beneficial for marathon runners, but also any exercise enthusiast.

An article about cross training was written by Matt Fitzgerald including the benefits of implementing a cross-training program. The following include some of these benefits:

• Injury Prevention
• Variety in your Routine
• Improve Fitness
• Rehabilitate Injury
• Rejuvenate the Mind and Body

Runner’s World offers four suggestions to cross training specifically for runners:

• Choose workouts involving similar muscles to those used when running
• Keep your heart rate up
• Check your resting heart rate to make sure it doesn’t get too high
• Incorporate running to your cross-training routine