Episode notes
What does Olympic lifting have in common with running? More than you think—if you understand the movement behind both.
In this episode, Coaches Caroline and Valerie explore how strength training cues like “drive through the feet” and “shrug the shoulders” can confuse runners and lead to injury when misapplied. Whether you’re into CrossFit, Hyrox, or just doing strength work to support your miles, you’ll walk away with a better understanding of how to train smarter and run pain-free.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
- ✅ Why pushing into the ground works for lifting but not for running
- ✅ What “unweighting” means—and how it changes your stride
- ✅ How improper strength cues (like shrugging) can sabotage your form
- ✅ The real purpose of core strength for ru ...