🧩 The missing piece to your training


Hi runners, 👋🏼

Katelyn here with newsletter #555!

This edition is all about getting stronger to run better. 💪

In our latest podcast, we break down why strength training matters for runners, share our own routines, and bust a few common myths.

Plus, we’ve included a full lineup of guides to help you get started, at home or in the gym.

🎧 New podcast: Miles + muscle: How strength training has made us better runners: Why every runner should lift—and how to make it work with your training.

🧘 The 11 best bodyweight exercises you can do at home: No equipment needed—just smart, runner-focused strength work.

📘 33 gym terms you need to know for your first workout: Confused by gym lingo? This glossary will have you sounding like a pro.

📱Clayton Young’s new running app opens paid beta for just 10 athletes: “Accomplice” offers a cinematic course, feedback calls with Young and personalized training tools

⚖️ Should you run and lift weights on the same day? How to structure your training for results without burnout.

🏋️‍♀️ Strength training for runners: here's exactly what you need to know and do to get started today: The science, scheduling, and essential movements for stronger miles.

Happy running! 🏃🏻‍♀️⭐

Katelyn Tocci
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🎙️New Podcast: A Complete Guide to Strength Training, and How to Fit It Into Your Running Life

💪🏃‍♀️ New podcast drop!

In this episode, Katelyn, Alex, and Michael break down everything runners need to know about strength training—why it matters, how to do it right, and what to do when you don’t have a gym. 🏋️‍♂️💥

From busting common myths (“Will I get bulky?”) to building no-equipment routines, we’ve got your strength game covered.

Tune in for tips, personal fails, and smart training setups to stay strong and injury-free! 🎧🔥

Or listen and subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts:

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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

🧘 The 11 Best Bodyweight Exercises You Can Do At Home

🏃‍♀️ Short on time but still want to stay strong? 💪

Bodyweight training is your no-excuses solution—build strength, boost stability, and support your running from home, the trailhead, or even a hotel room. 🏡🌲

The best part? You can get started today—no equipment needed! 🔥

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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

📘 33 Gym Terms You Need To Know For Your First Workout

💪 New to the gym? Don’t sweat the lingo.

From "PRs" to "beast mode," we’ve got your back with a fun, beginner-friendly glossary of the most common gym terms so you can train (and talk) like a pro. 🏋️‍♀️📚

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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

Clayton Young’s New Running App Opens Paid Beta for Just 10 Athletes

Olympian Clayton Young just dropped a new running app—and it’s not your average training log. 🏃‍♂️📱

Accomplice combines a 12-week course, mental tools, and personal coaching insights, and he’s opening a paid beta for just 10 runners this week. ⏳

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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

⚖️ Should You Run And Lift Weights On The Same Day?

🏃‍♂️🏋️‍♀️ Can you run and lift on the same day without burning out?

In this runner-focused guide, we explain how to schedule your strength sessions around your runs, when to double up, and how to get stronger without compromising your training. 💪📅🔥

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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

Strength Training For Runners: Here's Exactly What You Need To Know And Do

💪 In this week’s podcast, we broke down why strength training is so essential for runners—and gave you all the tools to get started. From injury prevention to performance gains, we covered it all. 🏋️‍♀️💥

Now, here’s the written guide you can refer back to anytime as you build your own strength routine. Whether you're new to lifting or just need a refresher, this one’s for you! 🏃‍♀️📖

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What’s A Good Marathon Time? Average Marathon Times By Age, Sex + Ability

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