{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Run Smarter Podcast","title":"The Right Strength Training to Improve Fatigued Running with Michele Zanini","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/e895ae96\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3709,"description":"Learn more about Brodie's Research Database & AI Assistant 📄🔍\nIn this episode of the Run Smarter Podcast, Brodie sits down with researcher and lecturer Dr. Michele Zanini to discuss his groundbreaking new study: \"Strength Training Improves Running Economy Durability and Fatigued High Intensity Performance in Well-Trained Male Runners.\"\nWe dive into what durability actually means in a running context, why it matters, and how strength training—done the right way—can help you maintain performance under fatigue and finish your races stronger.\n🔍 Topics Covered:\nWhy Dr. Zanini designed this study and the research gaps it aimed to fill\nThe concept of running economy durability and how it differs from standard running economy\nHow the study was structured and what made it unique\nDetailed breakdown of the strength training protocol:10-week program, 2x/week\nExercises: back squats, single-leg press, isometric calf raises, plyometric drills\nProgressive overload and focus on intent (explosive effort)\nKey results:35% improvement in time-to-exhaustion at 95% VO2max\nSignificant gains in running economy under fatigue\nNo change in economy in a fresh state—why this might be the case\nPractical implications for recreational runners\nStrength training tips to optimize durability and late-race performance\nAdditional insights on how female and recreational runners might respond to similar training\n📌 Key Takeaways for Runners:\nStrength training doesn’t just help with injury prevention—it can enhance fatigue resistance.\nRunning economy improvements may be more visible during fatigue, especially for well-trained runners.\nStrength protocols should include progressive loading, low reps with high intent, and strategic plyometrics.\nEven without fancy lab equipment, runners can apply these training principles and see real-world performance gains.\nFollow Michele on:\nX @MicZanini\nBlueSky @mzaniniphysiology.bsky.social\nLinkedIn\nFor MORE Run Smarter Resources 🏃‍♂️📚\n- Including Free Injury Prevention...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/yu6CIQL0sKEEn32UMHvSGj80p9Ns_xcjLGp-EWyJlqQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM5ODgwLzE2Nzkw/MTQzMTYtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}