316: Should You Be Cross-Training?

Should you be cycling, swimming, or lifting to become a faster runner — or are you just adding noise to your training? 🤔In this episode, we break down the truth about cross-training for runners — who actually benefits from it, when it’s worth your time, and when it can backfire.You’ll learn:✅ Why runners add cross-training (and what most get wrong)✅ The best types for endurance, strength, and mobility✅ When to use it for recovery, injury, or burnout✅ How to build a balanced week that still prioritizes running✅ The simple rule of thumb: If it enhances your running, it’s valuable. If it interferes, it’s noise.Whether you’re marathon training, coming back from injury, or trying to stay consistent through busy seasons, this episode will help you understand how to make cross-training work for you — not against you.🎧 Tune in now and learn how to get stronger, recover smarter, and run your best miles yet.👉 Comment “strength” on our latest post to get a free week of customized strength workouts designed for runners!